US tariffs
US announces new tariffs on many trading partners
The levies, which take effect on Friday, range from 10% to 12.5%. Products already facing sector-specific duties will not be affected.
July 24, 2026
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Xi says China progress compatible with making America great again
Talks between the Chinese and US presidents in Beijing focused on trade and Iran, with both sides expressing optimism about future cooperation and stability in bilateral relations.
May 14, 2026
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Trump and Xi set for high-stakes talks in Beijing
Trump arrives in Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping aimed at easing tensions, as both sides prepare to discuss trade, tariffs and geopolitical disputes between the superpowers.
May 13, 2026
Toyota sees 22% profit drop this year
Toyota forecast a 22% drop in annual net profit due to US tariffs, despite strong vehicle sales and rising revenues.
May 8, 2026
Trump threatens Europe with tariffs over Greenland as protesters rally
Trump escalated his push to buy Greenland, threatening up to 25% tariffs on Denmark and European allies, sparking mass protests in Greenland and Denmark and raising unprecedented tensions within NATO over sovereignty and security concerns.
January 17, 2026
China's Q3 GDP growth slows to one-year low
GDP grew 4.8% in July-September, slowing from 5.2% in the second quarter and in line with analysts' expectations in a Reuters poll for a rise of 4.8%.
October 20, 2025
Bessent, Chinese vice premier to meet to try to defuse US tariff hike
Bessent says on X that the two officials "engaged in frank and detailed discussions regarding trade between the United States and China."
October 19, 2025
Europe's top central banker says economy holding up better than expected
ECB chief Christine Lagarde said Europe’s economy has withstood Trump’s tariffs better than expected. A trade deal, stronger euro, and pro-growth measures limited inflation and disruption, though growth remains weak and tariffs will weigh modestly until 2027.
September 30, 2025
Birkenstock lifts sales outlook on demand boost for clogs and shoes
The company expects sales of at least 2.09 billion euros ($2.45 billion), implying growth of about 17.5% at constant currency rates over last year.
September 25, 2025
Europe to succumb to slowdown driven by tariffs, French turmoil: Reports
The OECD says the full impact of the tariff slowdown is yet to be felt. It predicts a broader growth slowdown, with French unrest likely to weigh on the economy, while increased German spending may offer some support.
September 23, 2025