European Aerospace Braces for Tariffs as Trump Returns to White House

Airbus CEO warns of significant U.S. protectionist policies that could disrupt transatlantic trade and European economic recovery.

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury has cautioned that the European aerospace industry is preparing for 'very strong' protectionist measures under Donald Trump's second presidential term.
Trump's campaign promises included tariffs of 10-20% on foreign goods, with higher rates on Chinese imports, raising concerns about potential economic fallout.
European aerospace companies, still recovering from pandemic-related supply chain issues, face added pressure from geopolitical tensions and competition.
The UK could experience indirect impacts from U.S.-EU trade disputes, despite not being a primary target of Trump's proposed tariffs.
Analysts warn that U.S. protectionism could trigger global economic instability, with risks of inflation, market volatility, and slowed growth in Europe.