China, Trump

As Trump's tariffs loom, analysts say China is better prepared than ever for a trade war with the U.S.
Trump calls tariffs America's "big power over China," but analysts say Beijing may be better prepared than ever to engage in a trade war with the U.S.
How China could retaliate against Trump's tariffs
Beijing may ratchet up trade restrictions or change its monetary policy.
Commerce Nominee Defends Trump Tariffs and Promises Strong Stance on China
Howard Lutnick, the financier President Trump has picked to lead the Commerce Department, said he favored “across-the-board” tariffs and was grilled about his financial ties in a nomination hearing Wednesday.
Will China thrive during the Year of the Snake - or will Trump’s tariffs bite?
As the Chinese lunar new year begins, investors will be wondering whether allocating to the world’s second-largest economy will “rattle” up some big returns, or whether Trump’s tariffs will take a “ve
Trump threatens China: More tariffs are coming on Feb. 1
President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that even more tariffs could be coming as soon as next week: This time China was his target, as Trump threatened to unleash a wave of higher taxes on imports from America’s second-biggest trading partner.
Trump Would ‘Rather Not’ Put Tariffs on China, Maintains Threat
President Donald Trump said he’d prefer not to have to impose tariffs on China, his latest dovish remark toward the world’s second-biggest economy even as he continues to threaten sweeping action.
Trump commerce pick says favors broad tariffs, vows tough China stance
Donald Trump’s commerce secretary nominee told his US Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday he favors “across-the-board” tariffs targeting countries rather than products, while signaling a hawkish China stance.
Trump says new 10% tariff on China could come by Feb. 1, repeating November pledge
Markets were cautiously optimistic after Trump took a lighter approach to China on Monday. That sentiment lasted a day.
China Responds to Trump's 'Big Power' Tariff Threat
In the run up to the election Trump, who described tariffs as "the most beautiful word in the dictionary," vowed hikes as high as 60 percent on Chinese goods, saying this would not only protect domestic industries but serve as critical tax revenue. Economists have pointed out such a move would raise costs for American consumers.
Factbox-All of Donald Trump's Tariff Threats
However, Trump's threats have changed over time, ranging from small levies to ones exceeding 200%, leaving other nations and businesses unclear of what is to come next. Here is a roundup of Trump's trade-related threats.
'America first': Trump vows tariffs on China, India, Brazil and other nations that 'harm' US
US President Donald Trump said on Monday (Jan 27) that India, China, and Brazil, the high-tariff countries, are harmful to America adding that Washington would impose further taxes on other countries too to bring money to to the US.
Trump commerce nominee says Canada, Mexico can avoid tariffs, vows stronger China tech curbs
President Donald Trump's nominee to run the Commerce Department, Howard Lutnick, said on Wednesday that Canada and Mexico can ...
Donald Trump's Tariffs on Taiwan Microchips Spark Shock
Donald Trump's decision to place tariffs on Taiwan comes as China made significant breakthroughs with AI development.
'I prefer across the board': Trump's top tariff man favors broad duties for a range of issues — including AI
Donald Trump's pick for commerce secretary underlined that big and broad tariffs are top of mind both for him and the ...
China carmakers merit dumping probe and tariffs: Brazil auto industry group
BYD and Great Wall Motors among mainland brands alleged to sell below cost to undermine competitors from US, Europe, Japan ...
Pending Tariff Uncertainty Creating Paralysis—A ‘Wait And See’ Approach For 2025
When business leaders are unclear on the future, they tend to pause before making material investments. Pending tariffs are ...
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US tariffs on China should be higher than other countries: Lutnick
Washington: US President Donald Trump s nominee for commerce secretary said Wednesday that tariffs on China should be higher ...
Trump just gave his clearest picture yet of what new tariffs could look like
President Donald Trump has been talking about tariffs for so long that it feels like we know exactly what’s coming. But we ...
Copper Tariffs Would Short-Circuit An Already Challenging U.S. Electrification Build-Out
If Trump is fixed on luring manufacturing investment stateside by erecting a tariff wall, he should at least exempt imports ...