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U.S. and China agree 90-day ‘reciprocal’ tariff pause and reduction deal

In a surprising breakthrough, the United States and China have agreed to suspend most tariffs on each other’s goods for 90 days, marking a significant step toward easing trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Following high-stakes negotiations in Geneva, representatives from both nations announced that reciprocal tariffs would be slashed from 125% to …

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Are we underestimating the impact of tariffs on S&P 500 earnings growth?

As global trade tensions escalate, many investors and analysts are questioning whether markets are too complacent about the long-term effects of tariffs on corporate earnings. While some argue that businesses have adapted to protectionist policies, others warn that the S&P 500’s earnings growth could face significant headwinds. Tariffs: A hidden threat to profit margins Tariffs …

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Trump tariff roll-back – a win for China? U.S. markets rejoice the ‘deal’

The U.S. stock market surged as investors cheered a breakthrough in trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing. The rollback of tariffs, announced as part of a new trade agreement, sent the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite soaring. The deal, which slashes ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on both sides, is seen as a major …

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Countries begin to turn away from the U.S. because of Trump’s tariff policies

Countries are increasingly pivoting away from the United States due to the ripple effects of former President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. His ‘America First’ ideology, which prioritised domestic interests over international collaboration, assumed that the world needed America more than America needed the world. While this may have held true in certain aspects, the global …

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Trump takes wrecking ball to global trade – sets stock markets on fire and plays golf – all in one week

Is this a fair ‘take’ on the last weeks tariff turmoil? President Trump’s tariffs have left a significant mark on global trade and financial markets, creating waves that continue to shape global economic dynamics. The tariffs, initially aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit and protecting domestic industries, triggered a rollercoaster ride for stock markets …

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Stock market pullback in 4th quarter… how likely is it?

While many investors are hoping for a year-end rally, several analysts are warning that a fourth-quarter pullback remains a real possibility. Valuation concerns: Large-cap stocks are trading at historically high valuations, reminiscent of the 2021 peak. That leaves little room for error if economic data disappoints. Tariff aftershocks: April’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs triggered a sharp …

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Global stocks indices flying high as new records broken – 12th August 2025

In a sweeping rally that spanned continents and sectors, major global indices surged to fresh record highs yesterday, buoyed by cooling inflation data, renewed hopes of U.S. central bank rate cuts, and easing trade tensions. U.S. inflation figures released 12th August 2025 for July came in at: 2.7% – helping to lift markets to new …

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