#TradeWarEases The Trade War Between the U.S. and China Eases After a Major Agreement
The U.S. and China have agreed to a 90-day tariff ceasefire to alleviate their prolonged trade war.
Key Aspects:
The U.S. reduces tariffs from 45% to 30% on Chinese products.
China reduces tariffs from 25% to 10% on American imports.
The agreement was reached in talks in Geneva led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng.
Impact on Global Markets:
S&P 500 futures rose by 2.8%
The U.S. dollar increased by 0.7%
Gold prices fell by 2.3%
Technology Sector Impacted:
Apple faces a tariff loss of $1.4B and is shifting production to India and Vietnam.
Prices for smartphones and laptops may increase by 31% and 34% respectively.
What's Next?
This temporary agreement signals a step towards a permanent resolution, with more negotiations expected soon.