📉 U.S.–China Trade War Escalates: Tariffs Surge on Both Sides

In April 2025, the U.S. and China intensified their trade conflict with significant tariff hikes: 🇺🇸 U.S. Actions: Raised tariffs on Chinese imports to a cumulative 145%, citing national security concerns Announced a 90-day tariff pause for other countries — but China was excluded 🇨🇳 China’s Response: Imposed 84% tariffs on U.S. goods, targeting key agri exports like soybeans, pork & dairy Blocked 25 U.S. firms from exporting to China 📉 Market Reaction: Dow Jones plunged over 1,000 points post-announcement Investors fear rising recession risks and global supply chain disruptions 🔍 Why it matters: These moves could spike global prices, rattle equity markets, and reshape global trade dynamics.