🚨 Geopolitical Tensions & Market Impact: China Sanctions US Officials Amid Trade Disputes
China has retaliated against the U.S. with sanctions on lawmakers and NGOs following Washington’s actions on Hong Kong. The move signals escalating tensions as Trump’s trade policies weigh on global markets.
📉 Market Reactions:
- Asia-Pacific markets mixed**: CSI 300 (+0.33%), Nikkei 225 (-1.30%), KOSPI (+0.2%).
- **Yuan under pressure** amid U.S.-China friction.
- **U.S. indexes fell last week** as Trump’s Fed criticism spooked investors.
💡 **Key Takeaway:**
Trade uncertainty persists, with the PBOC holding loan rates steady (3.1% 1-year, 4.6% 5-year). Analysts expect monetary easing if tensions worsen.
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