Chad Bown

Chad Bown, a leading trade economist from the Peterson Institute for International Economics and host of Trade Talks, dives deep into the turbulent world of tariffs. They discuss Trump's recent tariff decisions and their wide-reaching implications for the global trading order. Bown highlights the ongoing threats to the U.S. auto industry and the potential fallout for lower-income households. The conversation also explores the challenges of re-employing Americans in manufacturing and the complex dynamics affecting smaller nations and essential supply chains.

Chad Bowne, a Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, dives into the demise of the electric vehicle tax credit after nearly 20 years. He discusses how this credit spurred EV innovation and what its loss means for future consumer costs. The conversation also covers the vertical integration strategies of major retailers to tackle supply chain issues, and a groundbreaking moment as Canada's LNG export journey commences. Additionally, labor market shifts and their impact on work preferences are explored.

Chad Bown, a senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and former chief economist at the State Department, sheds light on the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. He discusses the significant impact of the 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports and its repercussions for tech companies. Bown also delves into how e-commerce businesses like Timu and Wish are adapting to new regulatory challenges. Additionally, he explores the broader geopolitical implications of these trade policies in the tech landscape.