Chinese exports rose 4.8 per cent compared to May 2024, and the underperformance was attributed largely to weakened shipments to the US, where exports fell 34.5 per cent year-on-year, the steepest drop since the COVID-related disruptions in early 2020.

Are cracks in China’s economy widening as it walks a tightrope between external pressure and internal weakness?

Bullion continues to surge, nearly $200 from its April peak, fueled by strong central bank purchases amid economic uncertainty.

Gold does a U-turn despite the stock rally

His comment comes after a week of dramatic turns in US trade policy, marked by President Donald Trump’s renewed threats of higher tariffs and a last-minute decision to delay their implementation.

EU trade chief says US talks ‘advancing in the right direction’ amid looming 50% deadline

Factory activity in May 2025 contracted sharply across Vietnam, South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan, with Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) readings slipping below the 50-mark. 

Trump’s tariffs hit Asia’s factories, trigger region-wide slowdown: Details here

South Korea two biggest trading partners, the US and China, saw a 1.3% YoY decline in exports to $57.27 billion.

South Korea’s exports dip as Trump tariffs squeeze trade with US and China

The European Commission has warned that it is prepared to activate countermeasures if a negotiated solution is not reached soon. 


EU warns of countermeasures as Trump doubles US steel tariffs

Business & Economy: This comes amid Washington broader tariff campaign against countries with significant trade surpluses with the US and a warning from Trump over recent military clashes between Pakistan and its neighbor India. 

Pakistan heads to Washington for trade talks: What’s at stake as US tariff threat looms?

Business & Economy: The Liberation Day tariff shock spooked consumers, who are now saving for a rainy day. 

US consumer spending falters in April as inflation cools and savings rise

Business & Economy: This comes amid China is grappling with major trade tensions with the US and the EU.

China’s May factory slowdown likely to deepens as trade tensions with US and EU escalate

Business & Economy: Japan’s real GDP contracted an annualised 0.7 per cent in the January-March period highlighting the vulnerability of the export-heavy economy.

Japan’s economy contracts amid US tariff strains, India poised to overtake

Business & Economy: APEC's latest report highlights exports among member economies are projected to rise by just 0.4 per cent this year, a steep decline from the 5.7 per cent growth recorded in 2024.

APEC sounds alarm on sluggish trade growth amid escalating US tariff pressure

Business & Economy: In a significant move to strengthen trade ties with the United States, India has reportedly proposed a "zero-for-zero" tariff offer on select American imports, including steel, auto components, and pharmaceuticals.

India’s concessions for US trade deal

Business & Economy: Shein and Temu are aggressively expanding their digital presence in Europe and Latin America amid Trump tariff escalation.

Shein and Temu pivot to Europe as the US tariffs threaten fast-fashion fortunes

Business & Economy: Intensifying his protectionist policies, Trump plans to impose a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the US. The move could impact Hollywood

Donald Trump to impose tariffs on film production, is it a bad news for Hollywood?

WORLD | Canadian comedian Matthew Puzhitsky has suggested an off track but not viral solution for his country to tackle the trade war with the US President Donald Trump.

'Ban Pornhub in US': Canada's 'nuclear weapon' against Trump's trade war

Business & Economy: Market moves continue to get pushed and pulled by the trump tariff on/off switch. Markets have been all over the place but going nowhere fast. 

The tariff on/off switch reflects bluster diplomacy

World | US President Donald Trump agreed to pause his new tariffs on Canada and Mexico on Monday (Feb 3) after a talk with the supremos of both countries. 


'Fairness for all': Donald Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days

"Ministries and departments are examining various scenarios, apprehending such a move by the US and possible remedies," said an Economic Times (ET) report on Thursday (Dec 19), citing a person familiar with the matter. 



India preparing to tackle Trump's likely tariff on export goods: Report

India has started a sector-wise analysis and is drawing multiple scenarios to cope with any possible increase in tariffs on Indian products in US President-elect Donald Trump's second term in the White House.

China indicated a change in policy focus towards consumption for 2025 - increasing state borrowing and spending. The country stepped up its stimulus efforts to recharge the economy next year in anticipation of impending US tariffs.

China steps up stimulus to recharge growth ahead of US tariffs

The United States is threatening a significant shake-up in its trade relations with Canada and Mexico. President-Elect Trump has proposed imposing tariffs of up to 25 per cent on key imports.

US threatens tariffs on Canada and Mexico, sparking trade crisis

China is extending visa-free entry to nationals from nine additional countries, including South Korea, Norway, Finland, and Slovakia, as part of its broader efforts to revive its tourism industry and strengthen diplomatic ties as detailed in a South China Morning Post report.

China expands visa-free access for 9 more countries; congratulates Trump for victory

A California professor has created an app that may help US wean itself off Chinese goods in an easier and more efficient way. The app, designed by Kyle Handley, associate professor of economics at the University of California San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS), enables users to see what goods will be impacted by the recent US tariffs on China and how can buyers shift their supply chains to gain access to cheaper alternatives from other nations.

Biden Tariff Analyzer: US professor creates app to help identify non-Chinese suppliers

The United States is increasing tariffs on Airbus planes imported from Europe to 15 per cent, authorities announced, in a move, the aerospace giant said on Saturday was "deeply" regrettable.

Airbus 'deeply regrets' US tariff hike from 10% to 15%

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Are cracks in China’s economy widening as it walks a tightrope between external pressure and internal weakness?

Gold does a U-turn despite the stock rally

EU trade chief says US talks ‘advancing in the right direction’ amid looming 50% deadline

Trump’s tariffs hit Asia’s factories, trigger region-wide slowdown: Details here

South Korea’s exports dip as Trump tariffs squeeze trade with US and China

EU warns of countermeasures as Trump doubles US steel tariffs

Pakistan heads to Washington for trade talks: What’s at stake as US tariff threat looms?

US consumer spending falters in April as inflation cools and savings rise

China’s May factory slowdown likely to deepens as trade tensions with US and EU escalate

Japan’s economy contracts amid US tariff strains, India poised to overtake

APEC sounds alarm on sluggish trade growth amid escalating US tariff pressure

India’s concessions for US trade deal

Shein and Temu pivot to Europe as the US tariffs threaten fast-fashion fortunes

Donald Trump to impose tariffs on film production, is it a bad news for Hollywood?

'Ban Pornhub in US': Canada's 'nuclear weapon' against Trump's trade war

The tariff on/off switch reflects bluster diplomacy

'Fairness for all': Donald Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days

India preparing to tackle Trump's likely tariff on export goods: Report

India preparing to tackle Trump's likely tariff on export goods: Report

China steps up stimulus to recharge growth ahead of US tariffs

US threatens tariffs on Canada and Mexico, sparking trade crisis

China expands visa-free access for 9 more countries; congratulates Trump for victory

Biden Tariff Analyzer: US professor creates app to help identify non-Chinese suppliers

Airbus 'deeply regrets' US tariff hike from 10% to 15%