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China warns U.S. after 245% tariff shock, but Q1 GDP beats expectations

Beijing warns it “won’t stay silent” after the U.S. slaps Chinese imports with tariffs as high as 245%. Yet on the same day, China reports stronger-than-expected GDP growth, highlighting an economy defying pressure but still burdened by structural cracks.

16 Apr 2025, 12:05
China warns U.S. after 245% tariff shock, but Q1 GDP beats expectations

Gold’s breaking more than records

Record-breaking gold and a weakening dollar signal rising risk aversion ahead of U.S. retail data and Powell’s speech

16 Apr 2025, 08:04
Gold’s breaking more than records

China halts Boeing deliveries as trade war with U.S. escalates

China ordered its airlines to suspend deliveries of Boeing aircraft and cease purchases of U.S. aviation equipment, intensifying the ongoing trade conflict with the United States. This move follows recent reciprocal tariff hikes, with the U.S. imposing a 145% tariff on Chinese goods and China retaliating with a 125% tariff on U.S. imports.

15 Apr 2025, 12:21
China halts Boeing deliveries as trade war with U.S. escalates

Markets rebound as U.S. offers tariff reprieve, but trade tensions remain

Global markets rebounded after the U.S. administration announced a temporary exemption from new tariffs on smartphones and computers. However, fresh warnings from President Trump suggest the trade conflict with China is far from over.

14 Apr 2025, 11:20
Markets rebound as U.S. offers tariff reprieve, but trade tensions remain

Relief rally: Markets up, Dollar down

China hints at easing, Swiss data supports Franc, and traders await key Fed signals

14 Apr 2025, 06:57
Relief rally: Markets up, Dollar down

China strikes back with 125% tariffs on U.S. goods as trade war intensifies

The United States and China intensified their trade conflict, with both nations implementing significant tariff increases. The escalating tensions have led to heightened market volatility and growing concerns over global economic stability.

11 Apr 2025, 13:24
China strikes back with 125% tariffs on U.S. goods as trade war intensifies

All eyes on us data as gold hits new highs

focus remains on the next moves from Washington and Beijing — and whether today’s data can ease the pressure

11 Apr 2025, 07:19
All eyes on us data as gold hits new highs

U.S. tariff escalation and cooling CPI fuel policy crossroads

The Trump administration escalates its trade response to China while a surprise drop in March CPI adds complexity to the inflation outlook and policy expectations.

10 Apr 2025, 13:58
U.S. tariff escalation and cooling CPI fuel policy crossroads

Inflation test ahead of fed speeches

U.S. CPI is expected to be the anchor today, setting the tone for upcoming rate expectations

10 Apr 2025, 06:54
Inflation test ahead of fed speeches

Escalating U.S.-China trade war rattles global markets

The intensifying tariff exchange between the United States and China has led to significant market volatility, with major indices declining and investors seeking safe-haven assets.

9 Apr 2025, 14:18
Escalating U.S.-China trade war rattles global markets