Samsung may benefit from Trump’s tariff plans, while Apple could face setbacks
Donald Trump is considering placing new tariffs on his country’s imports from China. Because many Apple products are made in China, the company may feel the impact of the tariffs more than others. If Trump’s tariff goes into effect, Apple may either increase the price of its products for customers or lose profits unless it takes the burden on itself.
Meanwhile, Samsung could gain advantages because of this situation. Instead of coming from China, most Samsung phones are built in Vietnam or India, like Apple’s. So Samsung can still offer stable prices to those in the U.S., helping it appeal even more to buyers.
When Trump was in office before, Apple got tariff exemptions to help its products, though it is not guaranteed that this would happen again. Trump has recently started criticizing Apple over its business links with China. If he is re-elected, he could withdraw his support from the company.
If the plans take shape, Apple could find itself shifting where it produces its products. Samsung’s worldwide approach to making phones might help it compete more effectively in the U.S. market. The situation might lead buyers to look more at Samsung if Apple puts its prices up.
