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US-China Trade War Escalates as Tariffs Reach Historic Highs

China raises tariffs on US goods to 125% in retaliation for Trump’s 145% levy, fueling global market volatility and economic uncertainty.

A China Shipping cargo container sits stacked at the Port of Long Beach in Long Beach, California on April 10, 2025. President Donald Trump answers a reporters question during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin in the Oval Office of the White House on April 7, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on April 10, 2025 in New York City. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's declared 90-day tariff pause for many countries, uncertainty remains in global trade, with the Dow and other international markets falling steeply again.
Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a bilateral meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at Diaoyutai Guest House in Beijing on April 11, 2025.
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Overview

  • China imposed 125% tariffs on US goods, matching the aggressive escalation of Trump’s 145% tariff on Chinese imports.
  • Global markets continue to experience sharp fluctuations, with US stocks falling and bond yields rising, signaling investor unease.
  • China implemented additional economic measures, including restrictions on rare earth mineral exports and sanctions on 18 major US companies.
  • Economic experts warn of recession risks, with US households potentially facing an average annual cost increase of $4,000 due to the tariffs.
  • The Trump administration remains optimistic about securing rapid trade deals during the 90-day tariff pause for other countries, but skepticism persists over the feasibility of such negotiations.