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 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.