Trump imposes tariffs on $300bn more Chinese goods in sharp escalation of trade war
5 years, 5 months ago

Trump imposes tariffs on $300bn more Chinese goods in sharp escalation of trade war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Trump’s latest round of 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods entering the US, including smartphones and laptops, took markets by surprise, analysts said. The president’s threat that the new tariff could rise “well beyond 25 per cent” in future added to fears for the world economy, which is already showing signs of a marked slowdown. Mr Trump tweeted: “The US will start, on 1 September, putting a small additional tariff of 10 per cent on the remaining $300bn of goods and products coming from China into our country. “Trump may be thinking that, with exports only 12 per cent of GDP and substitutes to China emerging at home and abroad, the risk of tariffs is outweighed by the reward of further rate cuts.”

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How China, India will navigate Trump’s bid for ‘tariffs, and tariffs alone’
2 days, 1 hour ago

How China, India will navigate Trump’s bid for ‘tariffs, and tariffs alone’

Live Mint  

As Donald Trump returns as the US President on 20 January, the world will closely watch his trade policies. During his first term, Trump initiated a trade war with China in 2018, imposing tariffs on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods, including steel, aluminium, solar panels and washing machines. China's trade surplus stood at $785 billion for the first 10 …

'Fancy footwork': China has reportedly figured out how to beat Trump's tariff threat
1 week, 1 day ago

'Fancy footwork': China has reportedly figured out how to beat Trump's tariff threat

Raw Story  

China may be able to sidestep Donald Trump's tariffs just as easily as the last time he slapped them on the trade rival. The once and future president imposed tariffs on Chinese bicycles in 2018, but manufacturers just moved their final assembly operations to facilities in Cambodia, India, Malaysia, Taiwan and Vietnam — using parts mostly made in China — …

'Would be heartbreaking': Retailers warn Trump could wreck next Christmas with toy tariffs
2 weeks ago

'Would be heartbreaking': Retailers warn Trump could wreck next Christmas with toy tariffs

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump is vowing to slap heavy tariffs on all foreign-made goods once he reassumes the presidency next year, and some retailers are warning that could be bad news for children who are expecting their favorite toys next Christmas. CBS News reports that The Toy Association, an industry organization, has found that nearly 80 percent of American toys are …

Why the US should think twice before launching another tariff war?
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Why the US should think twice before launching another tariff war?

China Daily  

Shipping containers are stored at the Port Newark Container Terminal in Newark, New Jersey, on July 21, 2022. In a move that surprised no one, US President-elect Donald Trump once again played the "tariff card," threatening an additional 10 percent tariff on all Chinese products entering the United States, citing a most far-fetched excuse of US drug problems. Here are …

Trump's game, China's move
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump's game, China's move

China Daily  

Cai Meng/China Daily The Trump White House is likely to ignite another round of inflation in new trade and tech wars. Trump's triple inflation risks If the 2021-23 inflation surge in America killed Biden's second term by instigating widespread voter frustration, Trump's economic agenda is likely to pose a triple threat to US price stability. The second likely source of …

Trump's game, China's move
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump's game, China's move

China Daily  

Cai Meng/China Daily The Trump White House is likely to ignite another round of inflation in new trade and tech wars. Trump's triple inflation risks If the 2021-23 inflation surge in America killed Biden's second term by instigating widespread voter frustration, Trump's economic agenda is likely to pose a triple threat to US price stability. The second likely source of …

Trump's game, China's move
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump's game, China's move

China Daily  

Cai Meng/China Daily The Trump White House is likely to ignite another round of inflation in new trade and tech wars. Trump's triple inflation risks If the 2021-23 inflation surge in America killed Biden's second term by instigating widespread voter frustration, Trump's economic agenda is likely to pose a triple threat to US price stability. The second likely source of …

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs

China Daily  

NEW YORK -- Americans are scrambling to stock up on cars, appliances and other big-ticket imports in anticipation of new tariffs from the Donald Trump administration, a spending spree that could reignite the very inflation buyers are hoping to avoid, reported The Washington Post on Thursday. "President-elect Trump has vowed to enact widespread tariffs as soon as he takes office …

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs

China Daily  

Americans are scrambling to stock up on cars, appliances and other big-ticket imports in anticipation of new tariffs from the Donald Trump administration, a spending spree that could reignite the very inflation buyers are hoping to avoid, reported The Washington Post on Thursday. "President-elect Trump has vowed to enact widespread tariffs as soon as he takes office in January, a …

Better Sino-US ties best option for Trump
3 weeks ago

Better Sino-US ties best option for Trump

China Daily  

US president-elect Donald Trump Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election heralds the start of a new era in the United States. On the trade side, high tariffs are imposed on goods imported from China; on the technological side, there is export control on high-precision semiconductors and other hi-tech products; and on the investment side, US companies are forbidden …

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth

China Daily  

Vessels dock at the port of Lianyungang, a pilot FTZ area in Jiangsu province. WANG CHUN/FOR CHINA DAILY US president-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly pledged to impose high tariffs on imports from China, including revoking China’s permanent normal trade relations status, resulting in 32 percent tariff, an additional 10 percent tariff, on the basis of the average 19 percent tariff …

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth
Trending News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth

China Daily  

Vessels dock at the port of Lianyungang, a pilot FTZ area in Jiangsu province. WANG CHUN/FOR CHINA DAILY US president-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly pledged to impose high tariffs on imports from China, including revoking China’s permanent normal trade relations status, resulting in 32 percent tariff, an additional 10 percent tariff, on the basis of the average 19 percent tariff …

US families to bear brunt of new tariffs
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

US families to bear brunt of new tariffs

China Daily  

Families in the United States could soon have to pay thousands of dollars more for furniture, clothes, cars, electronics and household items imported from China and other key trading partners if US President-elect Donald Trump follows through with a new round of tariffs, according to economists and trade organizations. Mary Lovely, professor emeritus of economics at the Maxwell School of …

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods

CNN  

New York CNN — It’s not March 2020, but it sure feels a lot like it for Herschel Wilson. “We certainly don’t know if we’re really getting this global tariff thing, and certainly not on day one,” he said, referring to Trump imposing tariffs on all imported goods when he takes office on January 20. For instance, Stanley Black & …

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods

CNN  

New York CNN — It’s not March 2020, but it sure feels a lot like it for Herschel Wilson. “We certainly don’t know if we’re really getting this global tariff thing, and certainly not on day one,” he said, referring to Trump imposing tariffs on all imported goods when he takes office on January 20. For instance, Stanley Black & …

China’s weak consumption drags on economy as Trump tariff threat looms
3 weeks, 3 days ago

China’s weak consumption drags on economy as Trump tariff threat looms

CNN  

Beijing Reuters — China’s industrial output growth quickened slightly in November, while retail sales disappointed, keeping alive calls for Beijing to ramp up consumer-focused stimulus as policymakers brace for more US trade tariffs under a second Trump administration. “China’s economic policies have been amazingly consistent in promoting manufacturers over consumers despite clear signs of lasting weakness,” said Dan Wang, a …

US manufacturers are stocking up on imports ahead of tariffs
3 weeks, 5 days ago

US manufacturers are stocking up on imports ahead of tariffs

Live Mint  

U.S. manufacturers are stockpiling imported parts and raw materials in anticipation of President-elect Donald Trump imposing new tariffs next year. U.S. industrial manufacturers and consumer-packaged-goods companies are buying up critical parts and raw materials, such as emulsifiers and flavor enhancers, driving up demand, according to GEP, a supply-chain software company that gathers the data. U.S. businesses are giving priority to …

‘Let yuan fall’: China’s new mantra to counter Trump tariff as Xi battles to revive economy
4 weeks ago

‘Let yuan fall’: China’s new mantra to counter Trump tariff as Xi battles to revive economy

Firstpost  

China is considering allowing its currency yuan to weaken in 2025 as the country braces for higher US trade tariffs as Donald Trump returns to the White House on January 20, 2025 As per analysts, the yuan may fall to 7.37 per dollar by the end of 2025, though a key factor will be how much Donald Trump raises tariffs …

US hikes tariffs on imports of Chinese solar wafers, polysilicon and tungsten products
4 weeks ago

US hikes tariffs on imports of Chinese solar wafers, polysilicon and tungsten products

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — The Biden administration plans to raise tariffs on solar wafers, polysilicon and some tungsten products from China to protect U.S. clean energy businesses. The notice from the U.S. Trade Representative’s office said tariffs on Chinese-made solar wafers and polysilicon will rise to 50% and duties on certain tungsten products will increase to 25%, effective on Jan. 1, following …

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan
4 weeks ago

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan

CNN  

New York CNN — Import taxes are set to spike under the incoming Trump administration, forcing Americans to pay more for everything from foreign-made sneakers and toys to food, according to new research. “President Trump will work quickly to fix and restore an economy that puts American workers first by re-shoring American jobs, lowering inflation, raising real wages, lowering taxes, …

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan
4 weeks ago

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan

CNN  

New York CNN — Import taxes are set to spike under the incoming Trump administration, forcing Americans to pay more for everything from foreign-made sneakers and toys to food, according to new research. “President Trump will work quickly to fix and restore an economy that puts American workers first by re-shoring American jobs, lowering inflation, raising real wages, lowering taxes, …

Trump’s proposed tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could benefit India - Report
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump’s proposed tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could benefit India - Report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 10 : India has a significant opportunity to capitalize on export prospects resulting from expected trade disruptions by upcoming US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, says a report by Shriram Mutual Fund. The report outlined how Trump's proposed tariffs on top US import partners--China, Mexico, and Canada--could lead to trade diversion, benefiting countries like India. It said, …

Are fears of higher tariffs leading you to stockpile goods?
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Are fears of higher tariffs leading you to stockpile goods?

CNN  

New York CNN — From the very moment President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office on January 20, he’ll be able to levy tariffs on imports from other nations. On that day, he has already vowed to impose a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports as well as an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods. These tariffs have …

Trump is threatening to raise tariffs again. Here’s how China plans to fight back
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump is threatening to raise tariffs again. Here’s how China plans to fight back

LA Times  

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose new tariffs on Chinese imports when he takes office, a move that would deepen a trade war he started six years ago. Trump kicked off a trade war in 2018 by imposing 25% tariffs on imports from China — including industrial machinery, cars, auto parts and television cameras. Last week, the U.S. expanded …

Tariffs bad for business, bad for US firms and consumers, and bad for all trading partners: China Daily editorial
1 month ago

Tariffs bad for business, bad for US firms and consumers, and bad for all trading partners: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

This photo taken on Jan 19, 2023 shows the US Capitol building in Washington, DC, the United States. To those worrying about the uncertainties heralded by a new incoming United States administration and the president-elect's unpredictability, there is one thing at least that is predictable: He will continue wielding the baton of tariffs. On the campaign trail, he told US …

Trump tariffs to harm growth: Experts
Top News
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to harm growth: Experts

China Daily  

US President-elect Donald Trump The wave of tariff hikes proposed by United States President-elect Donald Trump would harm global livelihood and economic growth, while it can't help resolve the country's domestic economic issues, global experts said. They made the remarks at the 9th China Global Think Tank Innovation Forum held in Beijing on Wednesday, where experts discussed the potential global …

Trump tariffs to harm growth: Experts
Top News
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to harm growth: Experts

China Daily  

US President-elect Donald Trump The wave of tariff hikes proposed by United States President-elect Donald Trump would harm global livelihood and economic growth, while it can't help resolve the country's domestic economic issues, global experts said. They made the remarks at the 9th China Global Think Tank Innovation Forum held in Beijing on Wednesday, where experts discussed the potential global …

Cushioning headwinds
1 month ago

Cushioning headwinds

China Daily  

Hong Kong found itself at the heart of a seismic shift as dignitaries and business leaders from the world's two largest economies gathered in the city just days after Donald Trump scored a resounding victory in the United States presidential election in November. "But that doesn't mean that politics will lead us in that direction," he told the US-China Hong …

Cushioning headwinds
1 month ago

Cushioning headwinds

China Daily  

Hong Kong found itself at the heart of a seismic shift as dignitaries and business leaders from the world's two largest economies gathered in the city just days after Donald Trump scored a resounding victory in the United States presidential election in November. "But that doesn't mean that politics will lead us in that direction," he told the US-China Hong …

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations
1 month ago

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations

China Daily  

By HENG WEILI in New York | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-03 09:36 People walk past a board displaying currency exchange rates of the US dollar and Euro against Russian rouble in Moscow, Russia, November 27, 2024. On Saturday evening, US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on BRICS countries — which include China and Russia — …

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations
1 month ago

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations

China Daily  

People walk past a board displaying currency exchange rates of the US dollar and Euro against Russian rouble in Moscow, Russia, November 27, 2024. On Saturday evening, US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on BRICS countries — which include China and Russia — that do not use the dollar as their reserve currency. "We require a …

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations
1 month ago

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations

China Daily  

People walk past a board displaying currency exchange rates of the US dollar and Euro against Russian rouble in Moscow, Russia, November 27, 2024. On Saturday evening, US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on BRICS countries — which include China and Russia — that do not use the dollar as their reserve currency. "We require a …

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations
1 month ago

Trump's tariff threats target BRICS nations

China Daily  

By HENG WEILI in New York | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-03 09:36 People walk past a board displaying currency exchange rates of the US dollar and Euro against Russian rouble in Moscow, Russia, November 27, 2024. On Saturday evening, US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on BRICS countries — which include China and Russia — …

China's yuan slides to 4-month low on tariff threats and mixed PMI data
1 month, 1 week ago

China's yuan slides to 4-month low on tariff threats and mixed PMI data

Hindustan Times  

SHANGHAI, - The yuan fell to a four-month low on Monday, as tariff threats and mixed purchasing managers' index data raised concern China's economy might need additional policy support. The onshore yuan dropped to a low of 7.2675 per dollar, its weakest since July 24, despite a private manufacturing survey on Monday showing China's factory activity expanded at the fastest …

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in
1 month, 1 week ago

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in

CNN  

New York CNN — During this busy holiday shopping season, some bargain hunters may be wondering if this is the ideal time to stock up on items before they could cost a lot more. But a 10% across-the-board import tariff, plus the additional 60% on Chinese goods, could cause the price of a new smartphone to rise by 26% to …

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in
1 month, 1 week ago

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in

CNN  

New York CNN — During this busy holiday shopping season, some bargain hunters may be wondering if this is the ideal time to stock up on items before they could cost a lot more. But a 10% across-the-board import tariff, plus the additional 60% on Chinese goods, could cause the price of a new smartphone to rise by 26% to …

Trump threatens to impose 100% tariff on BRICS nations if they pursue de-dollarisation
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump threatens to impose 100% tariff on BRICS nations if they pursue de-dollarisation

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump warned BRICS nations that Washington will impose 100 per cent trade on them if they pursue the idea of de-dollarisation, put forward by Russia and China Amid the looming trade wars with Mexico and Canada, US President Donald Trump warned that he will impose a whopping 100 per cent tariffs on BRICS nations unless their governments …

Trump's tariffs could cost American families $2,600 more a year
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's tariffs could cost American families $2,600 more a year

Firstpost  

Even as US President-elect Donald Trump has pitched tariffs as the solution to everything, tariffs are most likely going to raise the cost for average American families and reduce their after-tax incomes, according to economists Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump speaks at the Bitcoin 2024 event in Nashville, Tennessee, US, July 27, 2024. On the campaign …

Trump's Tariffs In His First Term Did Little To Alter Economy — But This Time May Be Different
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's Tariffs In His First Term Did Little To Alter Economy — But This Time May Be Different

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump listens during a campaign rally at Santander Arena, Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, in Reading, Pa. via Associated Press Trump also posted on Monday that Chinese imports would face additional tariffs of 10% until Beijing cracks …

Wall Street’s response to more tariffs: Been there, done that
1 month, 1 week ago

Wall Street’s response to more tariffs: Been there, done that

Live Mint  

Wall Street isn’t thrilled about the return of Donald Trump’s tariff threats. His newly proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico—the U.S.’s two largest trading partners—would add 0.8 percentage point to a key inflation gauge next year if just half of the costs are passed on to consumers, according to a Deutsche Bank analysis. The two countries, along …

When it comes to trade and tariffs, Trump’s bark may be worse than his bite
1 month, 1 week ago

When it comes to trade and tariffs, Trump’s bark may be worse than his bite

The Independent  

According to Donald Trump, “the most beautiful word in the dictionary” is “tariff”. He’s also determined to target the import of Chinese cars from Mexico, threatening “whatever tariffs are required – 100 per cent, 200 per cent, 1,000 per cent”. Previously, as well as attacking Chinese cars from Mexico, Trump has spoken of 60 per cent charges on goods from …

Trump’s tariffs in his first term did little to alter the economy, but this time could be different
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s tariffs in his first term did little to alter the economy, but this time could be different

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. House Democrats put together legislation to strip a president’s ability to unilaterally apply tariffs this drastic, warning that they would likely lead to higher prices for autos, shoes, housing and groceries. Trump’s first term tariffs had a modest impact on economy Trump imposed tariffs on …

Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan, will American wallets suffer?
1 month, 1 week ago

Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan, will American wallets suffer?

Hindustan Times  

Jimmy Kimmel has laid out a potential flaw in president-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico on the day he takes office. Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan However, Kimmel has pointed out that some of Trump's own merchandise was made in these countries. “If you want …

Jimmy Kimmel reveals Trump’s ‘dumb’ tariffs plan could hit MAGA fans where it hurts
1 month, 1 week ago

Jimmy Kimmel reveals Trump’s ‘dumb’ tariffs plan could hit MAGA fans where it hurts

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jimmy Kimmel has detailed a potential flaw in Donald Trump’s …

What Trump’s new tariff threats mean for the US economy
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1 month, 1 week ago

What Trump’s new tariff threats mean for the US economy

Live Mint  

The stiff duties that President-elect Donald Trump threatened against the U.S.’s neighbors and big trading partners, along with the additional tariffs he promised against China, could raise prices for Americans on everything from fresh fruit from Mexico to lumber from Canada and Chinese electronics. Trump’s promise to impose 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico and an additional 10% on Chinese …

Trump's tariff war could cost Americans more than $3,200 a year, experts claim
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's tariff war could cost Americans more than $3,200 a year, experts claim

Daily Mail  

American consumers would bear the brunt of Donald Trump's proposed tariffs, new analysis showed on Tuesday night as the world braced for a new era of U.S. protectionist policies. Trump proposed tariffs including the threats made to China, Mexico and Canada on Monday could lead to an increase in costs for every consumer annually, analysis found But even before the …

Why Trump’s proposed tariffs may be bad news for China and Asia
1 month, 1 week ago

Why Trump’s proposed tariffs may be bad news for China and Asia

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — President-elect Donald Trump took to social media on Monday to promise massive hikes in tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China starting on the first day of his second term. But Trump’s planned tariffs on Chinese goods could also benefit some countries in Southeast Asia as factories may relocate from China to other places …

Trump tariff vow hit
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump tariff vow hit

Live Mint  

By Alden Bentley NEW YORK, - A pledge by President-elect Donald Trump to impose tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico and China sent their currencies lower against the dollar on Tuesday, renewing the specter of trade wars and fanning uncertainty in other currency pairs. But, of course, the peso is vulnerable to falling into those multi-year lows against the U.S. …

Trump's sharp tariff hikes could speed up China's shift to new markets and offshore factories
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's sharp tariff hikes could speed up China's shift to new markets and offshore factories

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Chinese exporters are already looking at new markets …

Trump fires salvo on North American trade pact
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump fires salvo on North American trade pact

Live Mint  

Donald Trump’s new tariff pledges send a clear signal that he wants to rewrite the terms of North America’s free-trade pact and follow through with plans to hit China with tariffs, demonstrating to allies and adversaries alike that he is serious about renewing confrontation over a global trading system that he believes costs the U.S. dearly. View Full Image President-elect …

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