Trump’s New Tariffs and the Potential Hit to Travel
Tariffs don't hit travel directly. But if economic growth slows and the stock market sinks, the travel industry will feel it.
Gordon Smith is Airlines Editor at Skift and Editor at Airline Weekly. He’s covered the industry for more than 15 years across television, print, and digital platforms. Since joining Skift in January 2024, he has interviewed more than 25 airline CEOs, often helping make headlines along the way. Send stories/tips via Signal: smithgme.01
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For the travel industry, the impact of tariffs is indirect. But the knock-on effects could be significant: Will tourists still be eager to visit the U.S.?
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It will likely be many hours before the full impact of the 7.7 magnitude quake is known, but early reports suggest serious damage in Myanmar and parts of neighboring Thailand.
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