German Economic Minister Peter Altmaier said Thursday there were even odds that the U.S. and the European Union could reach a deal that would avoid the Trump administration imposing tariffs on autos and auto parts imports.

President Trump has repeatedly threatened to impose tariffs if a broader trade deal is not reached, but talks between both sides have been stalled for months.

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