Apple's Retail Retreat in China

This chapter examines Apple's unprecedented decision to close a retail store in China, analyzing the broader economic challenges posed by declining sales and fierce local competition. It discusses the implications of U.S.-China trade dynamics, including ongoing negotiations and the delicate balance of tariff agreements. Furthermore, the episode highlights the environmental and strategic importance of rare earth metals in the tech ecosystem, advocating for a rebalancing of trade relations to bolster American leadership in technology.