Asia Centric by Bloomberg Intelligence

China Could Call Donald Trump's 60% Tariff Bluff

Nov 13, 2024
Tom Orlik, chief economist at Bloomberg Economics and author of "China, The Bubble That Never Pops," discusses the implications of Donald Trump's election on trade dynamics and US-China relations. He delves into the complexities of imposing tariffs on Chinese imports and their potential economic fallout for both nations. Orlik also examines the Federal Reserve's independence amid political pressures, shedding light on how these dynamics could shape future economic policies. The conversation hints at a possible US-China standoff with significant repercussions for the global economy.
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