US tariffs on EU wine and spirits set at 15% from August 1, Brussels says
Bloc members including France and Italy are pushing for an exemption as negotiations continue
Bloc members including France and Italy are pushing for an exemption as negotiations continue

Confusion persists over which EU products will be exempt from 15% levy expected to enter into force on Friday

Most exports from bloc to face 15% tariffs while European market will open to more American imports

Country faces steeper levies than rivals in Europe or South America after Donald Trump’s attacks over affirmative action

Market has been hit by Trump’s tariffs deterring US buyers

US President Donald Trump announces levies on dozens of countries and formalises some trade deals

Investigations are precursor to fresh tariffs after previous levies were struck down by the Supreme Court