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China Escalates Trade War with US, Raising Tariffs to 125% in Retaliation

China responds to US tariff hikes by increasing its own tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, starting April 12. The Chinese Finance Ministry criticizes the US's economic strategy,...

China Escalates Trade War with US, Raising Tariffs from 84% to 125%

China responds to US tariffs by increasing its own tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, effective April 12. The Chinese Finance Ministry criticizes the US actions, stating they la...

China Escalates Trade War with US, Raising Tariffs from 84% to 125%

China responds to US tariff hikes by increasing its own tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%, signaling a sharp escalation in the trade war and warning of the economic senselessnes...

China Escalates Trade War with US by Raising Tariffs to 125% on American Goods

China responds to US tariffs by increasing its own tariffs on American goods from 84% to 125%, effective April 12, and vows to ignore further US tariff impositions.

China Escalates Trade War with US, Raising Tariffs to 125% on American Goods

China responds to US tariffs by increasing its own tariffs on American goods from 84% to 125%, effective April 12. The move escalates the trade war, with China criticizing US actio...

Chicago Fed's Goolsbee Warns: Tariffs Pose Stagflationary Shock to Economy

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee warns that tariffs could lead to a stagflationary shock, posing unique challenges for the Federal Reserve. He highlights the anxiety in manufa...

U.S. Jobless Claims Edge Up to 223,000: What This Means for the Economy

Initial jobless claims in the U.S. increased by 4,000 to 223,000 for the week ending April 5, with the 4-week moving average unchanged. The insured unemployment rate remained at 1....

President Trump Eyes Tariff Relief for Struggling US Companies Amid Market Pressures

President Donald Trump has indicated a potential shift in trade policy by considering tariff exemptions for US companies affected by market downturns. He also shared insights on th...

Singapore PM Warns: US's 10% Universal Tariff Could Derail Our Trade-Dependent Economy

Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warns that the US's new 10% universal tariff could severely impact Singapore's trade-dependent economy, with potential revisions to growth ...

Global Banking Leaders Secretly Discuss Impact of Trump Tariffs on World Economy

CEOs of major global banks held private talks on the effects of President Trump's tariffs on the economy, organized by the Bank Policy Institute, amid growing recession fears.

Trump's Tariff Decision Looms: Multiple Options on the Table Ahead of Wednesday's Announcement

US President Donald Trump is undecided on adopting a reciprocal tariff plan, with an announcement set for April 2. Options are being weighed to match tariffs on US exports, as reve...

UK Government Eyes Efficiency: Starmer and Reeves Push for AI Adoption and 10,000 Job Cuts

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves are pushing for government efficiency through AI adoption and significant job cuts, aiming to strengthen the economy...

Japan Achieves a Significant Trade Surplus of ¥584.5 Billion in February

Japan has achieved a significant trade surplus of ¥584.5 billion in February, highlighting the strength of its export sector amidst global economic challenges. Detailed analysis an...

Bessent Announces Tariff Numbers for Each Country Effective April 2

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that each country affected by US trade restrictions will be assigned a tariff number effective April 2. He also discussed the economy'...

India Poised to Become the World's Third Largest Economy by 2028, Says Report

India is set to become the world's third-largest economy by 2028, driven by its growing consumer market and increased global output share. The economy is projected to reach $5.7 tr...

Kevin Hassett Claims Stock Market Underestimates the Impact of Latest Jobs Data

Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, lauds the latest jobs report as "fantastic," suggesting the stock market underestimates its impact. He credits President T...

China's Trade Surplus Soars to $170.51 Billion in February, Surpassing Expectations

China's trade surplus dramatically increased to $170.51 billion in February, surpassing expectations. Exports grew by 2.3%, while imports fell by 8.4% year-on-year, highlighting th...

President Trump Pledges Major Overhaul to Tackle Soaring US Trade Deficit

President Donald Trump has announced plans to address the US trade deficit, which saw a significant increase in January. Trump criticized his predecessor, Joe Biden, for the curren...

US Wholesale Inventories See a Significant 0.8% Rise in January 2024

The US Census Bureau reported a 0.8% increase in wholesale inventories for January 2024, totaling $906.2 billion. This growth, slightly below expectations, marks a 1.2% annual rise...

February Sees a Slight Dip in Japan's Consumer Confidence Index

Japan's consumer confidence index experienced a slight decrease in February, indicating potential caution among consumers. This could have implications for spending patterns and th...

EU Condemns US Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum as Unlawful and Harmful to Economy

The European Commission criticizes US tariffs on steel and aluminum as unlawful and economically harmful, warning of disruptions to transatlantic trade and global markets.

Trump's Pro-Growth Policies: A Necessity Revealed by Latest Jobs Data

The latest U.S. nonfarm payrolls report highlights the necessity of President Donald Trump's pro-growth policies, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Trump's...

UK Inflation Dips Slightly to 2.5% in December, Defying Analyst Predictions

The UK's annual inflation rate slightly decreased to 2.5% in December, down from 2.6% in November, and below analysts' expectations. This development, reported by the UK Office for...

China's Trade Surplus Soars to $104.84 Billion in December, Exceeding Expectations

China's trade surplus rose to $104.84 billion in December, exceeding expectations with a 10.7% increase in exports and a 1% rise in imports compared to the previous year, as report...

Canada's Economy on the Line: LeBlanc Warns of US Tariffs Impact

Canada's Minister of Finance Dominic LeBlanc warns of the serious threat US tariffs pose to Canada's economy and workers, calling for unified efforts to protect trade ties.

December Sees a Slight Dip in Japan's Consumer Confidence: What's Behind the Trend?

In December, Japan experienced a slight decrease in consumer confidence, raising questions about the factors affecting consumer sentiment and its implications for the economy. Anal...

South Korea's Business Confidence Plummets to Four-Year Low Post-Martial Law

South Korea's business sentiment has reached its lowest point in over four years, since the COVID-19 pandemic, following the declaration of martial law. The Composite Business Sent...

Turkey Slashes Interest Rates to 47.5%: A Bold Move to Stabilize Economy

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey has cut its key interest rates to 47.5%, the first reduction since February 2023, aiming to stabilize the economy by addressing inflation...

Spain's Economy Shows Encouraging Growth in Q3: A Detailed Analysis

Spain's GDP grew by 0.8% in Q3, signaling a positive economic trajectory. This growth has sparked optimism among economists and investors, with more analysis to come.

December Sees a Decline in Eurozone Consumer Confidence: What's Behind the Dip?

The European Commission reports a decline in the Eurozone's consumer confidence index for December, dropping to negative 14.5 points from the previous month's negative 13.7.

US Jobless Claims Drop Sharply: What Does It Mean for the Economy?

US jobless claims dropped by 22,000 to 220,000 in the week ending December 14, indicating a potential strengthening in the job market. The 4-week moving average increased to 225,50...

Fed Chair Powell: Sustained Inflation Progress Crucial for Future Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell highlighted the need for sustained inflation reduction before considering additional interest rate cuts, adjusting the projected rate cuts for 2...