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Will my gadgets cost more?

This new US tariff on polysilicon, a key material for microchips, could indirectly affect the price of electronics globally. While the UK isn't directly imposing the tariff, a rise in manufacturing costs for US companies might lead to higher prices for imported gadgets and solar panels here, as supply chains adjust to the new trade rules.

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Donald Trump imposes 15% tariff on polysilicon imports from December 4

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