#TariffsPause
Tensions between the US and China remain high, fueled by ongoing trade disputes. In the past 24 hours, China lowered tariffs on select US goods, hinting at a possible thaw, but swiftly dismissed President Trump’s claim of active negotiations as “fake news.” Despite the uncertainty, US stock markets climbed, led by gains in tech shares. Formal talks have not resumed, with China insisting that the US must first lift unilateral tariffs. Meanwhile, the Trump administration continues to escalate pressure, leaving the future of relations unclear. Concerns are growing over deeper economic decoupling and the potential impact on global markets
