The Beijing Hour

Tariffs center stage at IMF/World Bank meetings

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Apr 22, 2025
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INSIGHT

Global Uncertainty from U.S. Tariffs

  • The IMF highlighted a sharp increase in global economic uncertainty due to U.S. tariffs.
  • While recession isn't predicted, significant forecasts will be reduced because of trade tensions.
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U.S. Trade Weaponization Backfires

  • The U.S. has weaponized foreign trade and currency, isolating itself internationally.
  • Tariffs aimed at China end up isolating the U.S. from all but its satellite allies.
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U.S.-China Economic Interdependence Persists

  • Complete decoupling between U.S. and China is unlikely due to consumer demand.
  • American consumers find ways to purchase Chinese goods via e-commerce despite tariffs.
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