US Tariffs Spur Deeper China–Africa Trade Ties
US tariffs on African exports hit textiles and auto sectors, prompting nations like Lesotho and South Africa to pivot toward the Chinese mainland’s zero-tariff policy for new growth pathways.
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Chinese Mainland Appliance Exporters Defy U.S. Tariffs
Chinese mainland exporters refuse to cut prices under U.S. tariffs, as home appliance makers in Zhongshan adapt and U.S. buyers scramble to secure orders within a 90-day window.
How the Chinese Mainland Is Buffering U.S. Tariff Shocks
As U.S. tariffs rise, the Chinese mainland leans on domestic demand and new markets to cushion export shocks through agile policies and e-commerce ties.
12 U.S. States Take Trump to Court Over ‘Illegal Tariffs’
Twelve U.S. states have sued the Trump administration, arguing that ‘reciprocal tariffs’ imposed under emergency powers exceed legal authority and threaten economic stability.
Tariff Hikes Threaten U.S. Housing Affordability, Say Experts
New U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum may drive up housing costs by thousands, experts warn, echoing 2018 trade war fallout.
U.S. Tariffs Hit Consumers: The $9.3B Shoe Price Tag
U.S. tariffs added $9.3B to footwear costs in 2023, spotlighting how trade policies hit consumer wallets amid rising inflation.
EU Vows to Counter Trump’s New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
France and the EU are set to respond to President Trump’s new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, signaling another potential escalation in the ongoing trade tensions between the US and Europe.
EU Slams US Tariffs, Promises Strong Response
The EU criticizes US tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, warning of firm responses and highlighting the disruption to global trade.