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Trump and Xi Meet as Trade Tensions Grip Markets

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are meeting at a high-stakes summit as US-China tensions over tariffs, technology, and geopolitics remain unresolved. Markets, supply chains, and trade flows across Asia hinge on whether the two sides signal a thaw or deeper confrontation.

China and US Trade Chiefs Meet Ahead of Trump Visit

China and US trade chiefs are set to meet for last-minute talks ahead of a planned Trump visit, aiming to lay groundwork before any presidential-level engagement. The outcome could signal whether a concrete trade deal or tariff shift is within reach.

Trump China Trip and U.S. Inflation Data Collide

Trump's visit to China and a key U.S. inflation report are the two biggest market movers to watch this week. Trade signals from Beijing could affect tariffs and supply chains, while the inflation data will influence the Federal Reserve's rate-cut timeline.

China April Exports Surge 14% Amid Trade Tensions

China's exports rose 14% in April, beating expectations despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade pressures from the US and other partners. The result could reflect front-loaded orders ahead of tariff increases or successful trade route diversification, with implications for global freight, commodity markets,

Trump Sets 4 July Deadline for EU Zero-Tariff Deal

Trump has set a 4 July deadline for the EU to formally enact a trade deal and cut tariffs on US goods to zero. Failure to comply risks new US tariffs on European exports, with potential knock-on effects for transatlantic trade and markets.

US and China Hold Senior Trade Call Before Summit

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held a video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, with Beijing describing the tone as candid and constructive. The call comes weeks before an expected Trump-Xi summit, raising hopes for progress on trade tensions that have unsettled global

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Trump-Xi summit: 5 things to watch as world's most powerful men meet

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are meeting at a high-stakes summit as US-China tensions over tariffs, technology, and geopolitics remain unresolved. Markets, supply chains, and trade flows across Asia hinge on whether the two sides signal a thaw or deeper confrontation.

1mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs

Trump goes to China, inflation comes to America: What to watch this week

Trump's visit to China and a key U.S. inflation report are the two biggest market movers to watch this week. Trade signals from Beijing could affect tariffs and supply chains, while the inflation data will influence the Federal Reserve's rate-cut timeline.

1mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs

China's exports rise 14% in April despite geopolitical uncertainty

China's exports rose 14% in April, beating expectations despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade pressures from the US and other partners. The result could reflect front-loaded orders ahead of tariff increases or successful trade route diversification, with implications for global freight, commodity markets,

1mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs

Trump gives 4 July ultimatum to EU to approve trade deal with US

Trump has set a 4 July deadline for the EU to formally enact a trade deal and cut tariffs on US goods to zero. Failure to comply risks new US tariffs on European exports, with potential knock-on effects for transatlantic trade and markets.

1mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs

China, US trade chiefs had 'candid' call weeks ahead of expected Trump-Xi summit

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held a video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, with Beijing describing the tone as candid and constructive. The call comes weeks before an expected Trump-Xi summit, raising hopes for progress on trade tensions that have unsettled global

2mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs

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