Export-Import Bank Is Crucial to America's Ability to Compete With China
The EXIM Bank can level the playing field for U.S. businesses, help them be more competitive and ultimately help them create more U.S. jobs.
How Trump's New EU Tariff Will Impact Whisky Drinkers and Producers
Following a 15-year dispute between the U.S. and the EU, the WTO approved a measure that will impose a pricey new tariff on all Irish and Scotch single-malt whiskies as well as a slew of other European products.
US Adds 136,000 Jobs in September as Jobless Rate Hits 50-Year Low
"Job growth remains on its slowing trend even as labor markets continue to get tighter. While wages dropped slightly, finding qualified workers is likely to get more difficult," Gad Levanon wrote.
Mike Pompeo Smiles as Protester in Italy Hands Him a Block of Cheese
Pompeo was shaking hands with the Italian Prime Minister when a protester approached with a block of Parmigiano Reggiano.
China Rejects Trump Trade Criticism, Says He Must Be Aware of 'Bullying'
Trump has taken issues with China's World Trade Organization status as a "developing nation," as it allows Beijing preferential rules on tariffs.
Obama Chief Economist: Trump's Tariffs a 'Giant Tax on American Consumers'
President Donald Trump's tariffs on China are borne almost entirely by American consumers, the evidence shows.
Fox Expert: Investors Don't Think China Trade Deal Coming 'Anytime Soon'
"When the smoke is clear, when there is a sense of calm, the market will react to what's really going on in our economy," Charles Payne said.
Farmers Confront Agriculture Secretary; 'We Are Not Starting to Do Great'
Last week, Trump threatened to slap tariffs on $300 billion more Chinese imports. China responded by halting all imports of U.S. agricultural goods.
Japan-South Korea Feud Explained: Why Are they at Loggerheads?
The current trade dispute between Asia's second and fourth largest economies has its roots in grievances dating from World War Two.
Donald Trump Vows Tougher China Stance 'If and When I Win' 2020 Election
Trump declared that his trade war was undermining Chinese economic growth, and threatened more pain for Beijing after 2020.
Donald Trump 'Cannot Accept Reality' of Trade War, Chinese Media Says
China announced this week that its quarterly economic growth had dipped to the lowest level since 1992.
Trump Is Engaged in a 'Low Intensity Trade War' With India, Analyst Says
President Donald Trump warned India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi about "unacceptable" trade tariffs ahead of their G20 summit meeting in Osaka, Japan.
Trump Tariffs Could Spike 2019 Holiday Shopping Prices for Americans
"Consumers could see higher prices for TVs, cell phones, [laptops], cameras, cookware, stemware, instruments, clothing, shoes, toys, strollers, and much more," Aronhalt said.
Republicans Hopeful Trump Will Strike Deal with Mexico, Avoid Tariffs
With top officials from the U.S. and Mexico meeting in an attempt to avoid the tariffs, some Senate Republicans believe a deal will be reached and economic heartache avoided.
Trump Calls Mexico an 'Abuser,' Says He'll Tax Companies to Bring Jobs Back
"Our many companies and jobs that have been foolishly allowed to move South of the Border, will be brought back into the United States through taxation (Tariffs)," the president wrote.
Republicans Warn Trump: Mexican Tariffs Will 'Jeopardize Passage' of USMCA
The trade deal requires approval of Congress, meaning Trump still needs to win over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi before the measure can pass—something tariffs with Mexico won't help. Now, even Republicans are expressing doubts.
Chinese Media Hint at Rare Earths Export Limits: What Would Be Impacted?
"We remind the U.S. not to underestimate China's ability to defend its rights to development and to remember not to blame anyone for not warning them," the Communist Party's paper warned.
U.S. Imports From Vietnam Soar as Chinese Factories Simply Move Countries
American imports from Vietnam rose 40.2 percent in the first three months of the year.
Farmer Says He Still Hasn't Received Money From Last Farm Bailout
"These farmers are going to end in bankruptcy, and committing suicide and losing their farms and they're still talking about supporting the president," the president of the National Black Farmers Association said.
Donald Trump Is Misjudging China, Former Morgan Stanley Asia Chairman Says
"They're not going to change their system, and I think a lot of hard-liners in the Trump administration are looking for them to do that," said Stephen Roach, a veteran Wall Street analyst.
Mnuchin Says China is Footing Tariff Bill but Research Shows Otherwise
One paper found tariffs are costing U.S. consumers and businesses $3 billion per month in added tax costs.
U.S. Companies Highlight Potential Impact of China Tariffs
"We are now embarking on a new Long March, and we must start all over again," Chinese President Xi Jinping said.
OECD Says World Economy 'Dangerous,' Urges De-escalation of Trade Tensions
"Unless there is a de-escalation of trade tensions, the outcome could be much worse than in our central scenario," said the secretary-general of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.
Morgan Stanley Warns of Global Recession If U.S.-China Trade Talks Collapse
"If talks stall, no deal is agreed upon and the U.S. imposes 25 percent tariffs on the remaining circa $300 billion of imports from China, we see the global economy heading towards recession," said an analysts' note.
Donald Trump Blames Obama, Bush, Clinton for China Deficit
The president told Fox News that Beijing "took advantage of us for many, many years."
Suicides, Bankruptcy Rising Among Farmers Amid Trade War, Union VP Says
A National Farmers Union executive and Wisconsin dairy farmer ridiculed Trump's ongoing trade war with China, warning of increased financial stress and suicides among U.S. farmers.
Bannon Says 'No Chance' Donald Trump Backs Down From China's 'Economic War'
"I think it's going to set the framework for the 2020 election. This is as important as it gets," said the former White House chief strategist.
Who Is Paying for the China Tariffs? It's Not Beijing
Research shows that U.S. consumers and businesses, not China, ultimately bear the true cost of the president's trade war.
Farm Union Calls Trump's Proposed $15 Billion Subsidy Insufficient
"Such temporary solutions are not sufficient to address the permanent damage the trade war has inflicted on agricultural export markets."
GOP Sen.: Americans Hurt by Trade War Should Remember Soldier 'Sacrifices'
Senator Tom Cotton said U.S. farmers and consumers who feel the pinch of President Donald Trump's trade war with China should consider the "sacrifices" made by soldiers fighting abroad or buried in Arlington National Cemetery.