trade wars

Malaysia Awaits US Clarity on Reciprocal Trade Agreement

Malaysia has yet to receive official notification from Washington on ART’s cancellation, pending US review of new tariff rates.

3 months ago

Malaysia waiting for MITI update before deciding on move regarding new US tariffs

Anwar Ibrahim awaits a MITI briefing before Malaysia responds to new US trade tariffs affecting significant trade relations.

3 months ago

This is how China’s AI giants outmaneuver U.S. chip ban

Chinese AI firms are circumventing U.S. export controls, stockpiling Nvidia chips while shifting towards domestic alternatives for self-reliance.

6 months ago

US Supreme Court Questions Legality of Trump’s Tariffs Under Emergency Powers

Supreme Court justices challenged Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers for tariffs, questioning whether he exceeded Congress’s authority under IEEPA.

7 months ago

US Presses Argentina to Curb China’s Influence as $40 Billion Aid Deal Takes Shape

The Trump administration urges Argentina to limit Chinese access to key resources while finalizing a $40 billion US-led rescue package.

7 months ago

Tariffs will raise Adidas costs by €200 million

Adidas reported a strong second-quarter performance, with a 16% increase in inventories, reaching 5.26 billion euros by the end of…

10 months ago

Malaysia Resists US Tariff Demands to Protect Core Policies and Economic Sovereignty

Malaysia seeks to limit US tariffs to 20%, prioritizing domestic policies and avoiding foreign ownership easing.

10 months ago

Malaysia braces for tough US tariff talks as Trump threatens global “take it or leave it” deal

Malaysia negotiates US tariff cuts as Trump threatens unilateral rates, aiming to protect key exports in June 18 talks.

12 months ago

Federal Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs, Appeals Court Grants Temporary Reprieve

Court strikes down Trump's tariffs as illegal; appeals court reinstates them. Markets rally, but uncertainty persists as legal battle continues.

1 year ago

Chinese Exporters Trying To Evade US Tariffs Through ‘Place-of-Origin Washing’ in Malaysia or Vietnam

Chinese exporters evade US tariffs by routing goods through Malaysia, Vietnam for "place-of-origin washing," exploiting customs loopholes.

1 year ago

Powell’s Defiance of Trump Solidifies Fed’s Power, Shakes Markets

Jerome Powell’s unyielding stance against Trump’s pressure underscores Fed independence, triggering market volatility and complicating tariff-driven policies, with global economic…

1 year ago

Cautious sentiment expected to influence the FBM KLCI

This cautious sentiment is expected to influence the FBM KLCI, which is likely to open on a subdued note as…

1 year ago

Will Trump’s new Rome lead to the creation of a new Western trade-security union?

Dismantling Global Institutions – The WTO, UN, and even NATO (in its current form) are obstacles to U.S. supremacy. Weakening…

1 year ago

Tariff tensions and stock market turmoil: risks rising

Heightened uncertainty around U.S. economic policies has led to one of the worst starts on record for U.S. stocks under…

1 year ago

Asian Markets Struggle Amid Trade War Concerns Despite US Inflation Relief

Asian markets saw mixed movement as investors balanced relief from lower-than-expected US inflation data with ongoing concerns over President Donald…

1 year ago

EU Responds to U.S. Tariffs with €26 Billion Countermeasures

The EU’s countermeasures will roll out in two phases, beginning April 1 and reaching full implementation by April 13

1 year ago

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