1016 ET - Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on cars and auto parts made outside of the U.S. could destroy demand more heavily than post-pandemic supply chain issues did, UBS analysts say in a research note. If the tariffs remain in place, car prices would have to surge to offset the cost, likely by about $4,000 to $5,000 per U.S. vehicle from Ford or General Motors, the analysts say. It's hard to say how badly demand could be impacted as a result, they say. Consumers and the economy are in a more uncertain position now than they were when prices shot up after the pandemic due to imbalances between supply and demand, the analysts say. Ford sinks 3.8%, while GM sides 7.3% and Stellantis falls 3%. (dean.seal@wsj.com)
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