US-China Trade Talks: Potential De-escalation and Market Implications
President Donald TRUMP and Chinese President Xi Jinping are poised to meet in South Korea on Thursday, with trade negotiations taking center stage. The discussions aim to finalize a tentative framework that could reduce tariffs and export restrictions—key flashpoints in the ongoing trade war. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has hinted at progress, emphasizing benefits for U.S. farmers and the broader economy.
While the talks may not resolve all disputes, they represent a critical step toward stabilizing economic relations between the world's two largest economies. Markets will watch for Ripple effects across commodities, equities, and digital assets, particularly those sensitive to macroeconomic sentiment.