Trump Tariffs Reshape Global Trade as China and EU React
Trade tensions escalate as the U.S., China, and the European Union engage in high-stakes negotiations. President Donald Trump's tariff policies dominate discussions, with markets bracing for potential delays or extensions on Chinese imports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent describes talks as "constructive," but semiconductors, rare earth minerals, and Russian oil imports remain contentious.
The EU faces a new 15% tariff on key exports, including pharmaceuticals and automobiles, threatening billions in losses. Meanwhile, cryptocurrency markets remain on edge, as geopolitical volatility often triggers capital flows into digital assets like BTC and ETH as hedges against traditional market instability.