How did the British attempt to impact the economy of the colonies?

The British aimed to control the colonial economy through a series of mercantilist policies, which restricted trade to benefit the mother country. They implemented Navigation Acts that mandated that certain goods could only be shipped to England, limiting the colonies' ability to trade freely with other nations. Additionally, Britain imposed taxes and tariffs, like the Stamp Act and Townshend Acts, to generate revenue from the colonies and maintain economic dominance. These measures fostered resentment and ultimately contributed to the colonies' desire for independence.