United States President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that his administration is open to considering tariff exemptions for select American companies facing difficulties due to market conditions. The statement came during a public appearance on the South Portico of the White House, where Trump addressed reporters and hinted at a more flexible approach to trade policy moving forward.

“We're open to reviewing tariff exemptions for select US companies as time goes by,” Trump said. He added that decisions on exemptions would be based largely on instinct, explaining, “I’ll determine it instinctively, more than anything else.” The comment suggests a personalized and case-by-case assessment process for businesses impacted by his administration’s reciprocal tariff strategy.

Trump’s openness to possible exemptions marks a noteworthy development in the evolving structure of his trade agenda. While the administration has implemented sweeping tariff measures aimed at rebalancing international trade, Wednesday’s remarks indicate room for adjustment in favor of domestic firms that are disproportionately affected.

In addition to discussing tariffs, the president also addressed market concerns, particularly in the bond sector. “The bond market right now is beautiful; I saw last night people were getting a little queasy,” Trump said, indicating that despite short-term investor worries, he views the overall state of the financial market positively.

His comments come amid broader shifts in U.S. economic policy, including a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for non-retaliating countries and an increase in duties for China. The mention of tariff relief for local companies signals that the administration may take a more nuanced approach in addressing the unintended consequences of its international trade measures.

As the administration navigates the next phase of its trade strategy, industry leaders and economic analysts will closely watch whether exemptions are granted, and how such decisions might reshape the competitive landscape for U.S. businesses operating under the current tariff regime.