The European Union has postponed ratifying its trade deal with the United States.
The decision followed a ruling by the Supreme Court declaring tariffs imposed by Donald Trump illegal.
European officials say the ruling has created fresh legal and political uncertainty around the agreement.
Economist Holger Schmieding urged Europe to rethink its economic direction.
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Schmieding, who works at Berenberg, said Europe must pivot toward strategic autonomy.
He warned that companies may struggle to replace cheaper foreign suppliers in the short term.
However, he stressed that long-term resilience requires reducing dependence on external trade shocks.
The ruling adds new pressure to transatlantic trade relations already facing regulatory and political hurdles.
