China’s top leadership has made boosting domestic demand and consumption a core economic priority for 2026. Beijing aims to stabilise growth by encouraging spending amid global uncertainties and slowing exports.


China's top goal for 2026: Beijing's top leaders focus on boosting consumption

China's exports grew strongly in November, helping its trade surplus cross $1 trillion for the first time. This came even as the exports dipped unexpectedly in the last month.


China's trade surplus hits record high, crosses $1 trn for first time

Bilateral trade between China and Tajikistan has reached $1.2 billion, with China emerging as Tajikistan’s top trading partner, accounting for 25% of total trade.

China-Tajikistan Trade: Bilateral Trade Between China and Tajikistan Reaches $1.2 Billion

The U.S. dollar has surged against most major currencies, rising beyond what interest rate differentials can justify. Although the likelihood of a December Federal Reserve rate cut has decreased, analysts warn there are still downside risks for the greenback. This video explains what is driving the rally and why investors are becoming cautious.

Investors Bet on Downside Risks for Dollar

The U.S. trade deficit shrank more than expected in August as imports fell sharply, although economists warn the long-term impact on GDP remains uncertain. After a 43-day delay, the long-awaited August trade data is finally out, offering markets and analysts a clearer picture of the economic landscape.

U.S. Trade Deficit Drops Sharply in August

Indian agricultural exporters are among the winners from U.S. President Donald Trump’s exemption of dozens of food items from his reciprocal tariffs regime, which some analysts say could help to revive lost demand.
Trump on Friday removed tariffs he had imposed on more than 200 food products, including beef, as consumer concerns mount over rising U.S. grocery prices.

Tariff easing rekindles demand for Indian produce

The Trump administration has announced new framework trade agreements with four Latin American nations. The deals are aimed at reducing tariffs on select products. With the goal of easing inflation and lowering food prices for American consumers.


US to cut tariffs on imports from 4 nations

President Donald Trump says China will begin purchasing US soybeans and other farm goods by spring, following fresh discussions between Washington and Beijing. The announcement comes at a critical time for American farmers, who were counting on China, the world’s largest soybean buyer, to return to the US market after months of stalled trade.


Trump Says China Will Resume US Soybean Buys Before Spring

Trump announces trade deal with 4 nations 

Afghan Deputy PM Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has warned industrialists and traders against using Pakistan for exports or imports, urging them to find alternative trade routes. The Taliban leadership says no aid will be provided to those continuing trade via Pakistan. With tensions rising after Pakistan shut borders, Baradar’s statement signals a deeper rift and push for Afghanistan’s economic independence.


‘Not Through Pakistan’: Afghan Taliban Warns Traders to Find New Trade Routes

With few details on the US-China trade deal, American manufacturers are wondering when growers would begin investing again. It is still uncertain if the next few months will be a turning point for the struggling farm-machinery sector.


Lack of US-China Trade Details Keep Manufacturers Uncertain

Chinese exporters are heartened by lower US tariffs following a summit between leaders of the two economic superpowers Thursday, but say they’re still keen to hedge exposure to any future setbacks in bilateral trade ties.


Chinese Exporters Bet That Xi-Trump Tariff Truce Won’t Last 

Tensions are once again flaring between Washington and Ottawa.
President trump ruled out trade talks with Canada again on Friday.
That is a major blow to efforts at easing tariff tensions between the north American trading partners.

Trump Says No Trade Talks With Canada 

Canada-U.S. Trade War:  U.S. President Donald Trump has abruptly ended all trade negotiations with Canada following a provocative advertisement aired by the Ontario government. The ad featured excerpts from a 1987 speech by former President Ronald Reagan criticizing tariffs and trade barriers, which Trump claimed was misused to interfere with a pending U.S. Supreme Court case on his tariff powers.

Trump Pulls Plug on Canada Trade Talks After Ontario Ad Uproar

Trump Halts Canada-U.S. Trade Talks After Ontario’s Anti-Tariff Ad Sparks Tensions

India is exploring newer markets to reduce the impact of high tariffs and ensure fair trade terms for its exporters, said Piyush Goyal. He noted that India's approach is guided by strategy and self-interest rather than external pressure.


Indian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal says no trade deals can be done with a gun to our heads

India and the US are reportedly close to finalising a long-pending trade deal that could see Washington cut tariffs on Indian imports to 15–16% from 50%. The move comes after India agreed to reduce its dependence on Russian oil.


US-India ties: US likely cut India tariff in trade deal: reports

Global markets face renewed volatility as tariffs return, trade tensions escalate, and geopolitical developments influence investor sentiment.


Could trade wars make Fed go full soft launch on rate cuts?

While tensions flare with the U.S., China is charting its course for the next five years. Chinese President Xi Jinping and the country’s top leaders, known as the Central Committee, will meet next week from Monday to Thursday for a planning meeting called the “Fourth Plenum.”


China: Xi to prepare political & economic blueprint ahead of Trump meet 

Chinese president to chair fourth plenum, political & economic roadmap on agenda

India’s merchandise trade deficit has hit a 13-month high,
Reaching over 32 billion dollars in september.
The gap is widening due to a surge in gold and silver imports…
And export pressures following steep u.S. Tariffs on indian goods.
Let’s break down the numbers.

 India’s Trade Deficit Hits 13-month High | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

Chinese economy slows amid Trump trade war and weaker consumer spending. China's economy showed further signs of weakness last month as it came under strain from Donald Trump's trade wars and domestic problems, with factory output and consumer spending rising at their slowest pace for about a year.


China's economy under pressure amid trade tension

"China's announcement of export control measures on rare earths and related items is a legitimate action by the Chinese government to refine its export control system in accordance with laws and regulations," a spokesperson with the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said on Sunday, in response to a question over the China's considerations with the Thursday announcement on imposing export control measures on related rare earth items.


Trump tariff war: Beijing criticises US 'double standards', defends rare earth export curbs 

US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor met PM Modi in New Delhi to discuss defence, trade, technology, and critical minerals, presenting him a signed photo from Trump, who called Modi a "great and personal friend".


India-US ties: PM Modi says Gor's tenure to boost India-US relations

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