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Sunday, Jun 01, 2025

Global Markets Dive as U.S.-China Trade Disputes Intensify

China levies 34% tariffs on imports from the U.S., resulting in substantial losses for major stock indices.
On April 4, 2025, China declared a 34% tariff on all imports from the United States, effective April 10, as a direct reaction to the recent tariff hikes imposed by the U.S. on Chinese products.

This situation has heightened trade friction between the two largest economies, resulting in considerable volatility in global financial markets.

In the U.S., major stock market indices saw considerable losses.

The S&P 500 dropped by 4.8%, marking its largest one-day decline since June 2020. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 4%, and the Nasdaq Composite plunged by 6%, entering bear market territory.

The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), commonly known as Wall Street's 'fear gauge,' soared, signifying rising market uncertainty.

The energy sector also suffered notable losses.

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices decreased by 7.4%, closing at $62 per barrel.

In the bond market, the yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury note slid to 3.99%, indicating heightened demand for safe-haven investments in light of escalating trade tensions.

China's retaliatory actions encompassed not just tariff implementation but also the enforcement of export controls on vital rare earth elements like samarium and gadolinium, crucial for several high-tech and defense-related applications.

Furthermore, China halted imports of specific U.S. agricultural products and placed several U.S. companies on its sanctions and export control lists.

These developments have raised alarms among economists and policymakers regarding the possibility of a global economic downturn.

The International Monetary Fund has cautioned that the intensifying trade conflict could induce higher inflation and diminished economic growth across the globe.

As the situation unfolds, market participants and analysts are vigilantly observing further policy announcements and economic indicators to evaluate the broader consequences of the ongoing trade dispute.
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