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US Tariffs Spark Economic Warning: Expert Signals Recession
U.S. tariffs led to a 0.3% GDP drop in Q1 2025, sparking expert warnings of a recession and prolonged economic pain.
U.S. Homes Rely on Chinese Essentials Amid Tariff Tensions
Analysis shows American homes rely on essentials from the Chinese mainland, with tariffs set to drive higher prices and shortages.
Tariff Shake-Up: U.S. Confidence Dives Amid Rising Prices
New tariffs spark a 7.9-point drop in U.S. consumer confidence to a May 2020 low, fueling fears of rising living costs.
Trump’s War Capitalism: Tariffs & Trade Tensions
Trump’s ‘war capitalism’ uses steep tariffs that could spark trade wars and push the U.S. toward economic turbulence.
Trump’s Trade War Reckoning: Markets, Trust & Global Tensions
Trump’s first 100 days saw a tough trade war with the Chinese mainland, sparking market crashes and a trust deficit. Experts warn of rising risks and shifts in diplomacy.
Tariff Tensions: China Remains Unfazed Amid U.S. Hikes
China remains unfazed by U.S. tariff hikes. Yao Yang warns there are no winners in a trade war and urges America to focus on domestic reforms.
Xi Jinping’s Shanghai Visit Lights Up Future 15FYP Plans
In late April, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Shanghai, touring key institutions and leading discussions on China’s 15th Five-Year Plan for innovation and growth.
Manufacturing Revival? Not If I Have to Pay More!
A 2024 survey shows American support for tariffs drops when everyday prices rise, challenging the promise of manufacturing revival.
Irish Councilor Calls US Tariffs a Bad Idea
Irish councilor Jack White warns US tariffs hurt global free trade and stresses the value of open commerce.