Beijing on Wednesday called for “dialogue” with Washington even as it vowed to take “forceful measures” to protect the Chinese economy from President Donald Trump’s 104 percent minimum tariffs. A worsening trade war between the world’s two biggest economies has pushed U.S.-China tensions to a new level of confrontation that analysts say is becoming increasingly difficult to de-escalate. Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs on 86 countries came into effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, with successive increases taking the duty on all Chinese goods to 104 percent. Beijing, which on Friday announced it would impose a 34 percent tariff on all…
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Sam Watt is a veteran companies market cap and value news writer, author, and columnist who began his career in 1980. With over four decades of experience, Sam specializes in analyzing company market valuations, corporate histories, and sector-specific developments across the auto, food, and broader consumer industries. His work offers readers deep insights into the forces shaping business growth, historical market shifts, and the evolving dynamics of corporate value. Known for his sharp analysis and factual storytelling, Sam continues to be a trusted voice in financial journalism.
