Trump threatens China with tariffs

President Donald Trump said he wanted to "help" China rather than harm it, after he threatened to impose 100% tariffs in response to Beijing's new rare‑earth export controls.

The Guardian

The IMF boss is right to say 'buckle up' - the global economy is facing multiple menaces

Trump's latest tariff tantrum and rising fears of an AI bubble have quickly borne out Kristalina Georgieva's claim that 'uncertainty is the new normal.' Trump threatens 100% tariffs as Beijing restricts rare-earth exports. Little more than 48 hours passed last week between a warning from the IMF chief, Kristalina Georgieva, that 'uncertainty is the new normal' and Donald Trump's latest tariff onslaught - this time aimed at China. Markets plunged on Friday after Trump threatened to levy punitive additional tariffs of 100% on Chinese goods in retaliation for Beijing's blocks on exports of rare earth minerals. Continue reading. .

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Handelsblatt

Markets Insight: Donald Trump Brings Fear Back to the Markets

The US president escalates the trade war with China and recalls memories of the 'Liberation Day.' That may also have a positive side, says Astrid Dörner.

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Handelsblatt

Markets Insight: After Trump's tariff shock – Time for a stress test

The U.S. president escalates the trade war with China and recalls memories of Liberation Day. That could even be beneficial, says Astrid Dörner.

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