Trade Wars

US Economy: Fragile Second Half as Tariffs, Tight Labor, and Policy Risks Weigh on Growth

UOB expects the US economy to weaken in 2H25 as tariffs resume, labor tightens, and political risks cloud Fed independence.

9 months ago

Beijing Shows It Can Force the US to Compromise

China’s strengthened economic leverage and strategic diplomacy have compelled Washington to back down repeatedly, proving Beijing’s growing global power.

9 months ago

Barron Trump tipped for senior TikTok role after president claims users ‘owe’ him for saving app

President Donald Trump’s son Barron is reportedly considered for a top TikTok position after his father claimed credit for saving…

10 months ago

Two Chinese Nationals Charged for Illegally Shipping US AI Chips to China

Two Chinese nationals faced charges for illegally exporting advanced AI chips to China without proper licenses through ALX Solutions Inc.

12 months ago

US Lowers Tariff on Malaysian Imports to 19% After Negotiations

The US reduced tariffs on Malaysian imports to 19% after negotiations, avoiding a planned increase to 25%.

12 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.

1 year ago

US warned not to cross red lines in tariff negotiations

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated Malaysia will protect its bumiputera policy during tariff negotiations, resisting external pressures.

1 year ago

Trump’s Tariffs Generate Record Revenues as Trading Partners Hold Back Retaliation

Former President Trump's tariffs generated $50 billion in customs revenue with limited retaliation, indicating a strategic international response.

1 year ago

China’s Exports Surge as Firms Race to Beat Trump’s August Tariff Deadline

China’s exports rose 5.8% in June as firms rushed orders ahead of Trump’s looming August tariff deadline

1 year ago

Malaysia Plays It Cool as US Tariffs Bite, Banking on Deal Before August Deadline

Malaysia will not retaliate against the US tariffs; negotiations are ongoing, with hope for a deal before August 1.

1 year ago

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