Trump’s Tariffs Shake Global Trade and Domestic Policies

April 27, 2025, 11:20 pm

President Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy is sparking a multifaceted international debacle: China lashes out over “selfish” trade wars, Shein hikes prices by 300%, and even Singapore is scrambling for new deals. Meanwhile, IMF–World Bank talks fizzle, and Trump eyes tax cuts powered by tariff revenue, with critics warning of unintended fallout like a fentanyl crisis.

theregister.com / Even untouched by tariffs, UK financial IT braces for the blow

Spend will come under scrutiny, but projects with good returns still likely to get backing, analyst says The ripple effects of recent US tariffs could hit sectors well beyond those currently in the firing line, or so warns TechMarketView.…

techinasia.com / China stays confident on growth despite Trump tariffs

China's tariffs on US imports reach 125%, amid ongoing trade tensions affecting global supply chains.

wired.com / Donald Trump Is Already Ruining Christmas

Santa’s helpers are freaking out that steep tariffs on Chinese imports will prevent toys, trees, and decorations from arriving in the US on time for the December holiday.

techinasia.com / Temu shoppers now pay Trump tariffs, prices double

Starting May 2, items shipped from China will incur either a 120% ad-valorem tax or a minimum fee of US$100 per item.

androidheadlines.com / T-Mobile CEO Is Warning of Potential Price Hikes, Blames It on Tariffs

The post T-Mobile CEO Is Warning of Potential Price Hikes, Blames It on Tariffs appeared first on Android Headlines.

zerohedge.com / Chinese Sellers In US Market Begin Hiking Prices

Chinese Sellers In US Market Begin Hiking Prices President Trump's tariff war on China has forced Singapore-based Shein Group Ltd. — whose supply chain is heavily concentrated in Guangzhou, China, with over 3,000 suppliers — to raise prices on low-cost Chinese goods for American...

techinasia.com / The apps making China cool again

Trump tariffs loom, but US demand for made-in-China goods is spiking - and it’s not about Shein or Temu. Plus: a fresh, fiery take on term sheets. Read on.

techinasia.com / Hyundai, Kia plan US production boost to reduce 25% tariff risk

Hyundai Motor Group has formed a task force to create contingency plans for its US operations.

bloomberg.com/technology / US Shoppers Pay for Trump Tariffs on Temu, Doubling Some Prices - Bloomberg.com

US Shoppers Pay for Trump Tariffs on Temu, Doubling Some Prices Bloomberg.com

techinasia.com / Trump’s tariffs: SG central bank warns of economic impact

The MAS projected that the tariff would reduce corporate incomes and profits while curbing domestic demand.

reuters.com/business / China downplays impact of Trump tariffs on economic recovery - Reuters

China downplays impact of Trump tariffs on economic recovery Reuters

zerohedge.com / International Institutions Must Abandon "Wokeism"

International Institutions Must Abandon "Wokeism" Authored by Daniel Lacalle, The scandal over the alleged corruption of the founder of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos would be just an anecdote were it not another example of what has happened recently with many international...

www.ft.com/ / China says it can live without US farm and energy goods - Financial Times

China says it can live without US farm and energy goods Financial Times

techinasia.com / Trump’s tariffs: Chinese firms tap Indian exporters

This development arises as Chinese exporters confront levies of up to 145% on goods shipped to the US.

techinasia.com / S Korea, US ease tariff tensions, plan further talks

Seoul and Washington will maintain direct and regular communication channels between their financial authorities.

techinasia.com / Chinese exporters adapt strategies as US tariffs hit trade

Factories in key Chinese export hubs like Yiwu and Dongguan have scaled back operations.

reuters.com/business / Morning Bid: Markets long for more signal, less noise on trade - Reuters

Morning Bid: Markets long for more signal, less noise on trade Reuters

techinasia.com / China vows stability as US trade tensions persist

The government noted the economy’s resilience in the first quarter, driven largely by stronger domestic demand.

techinasia.com / Trump’s China tariffs to trigger US supply chain shock

After the US raised tariffs to 145% in April 2025, cargo shipments from China fell by around 40%.

zerohedge.com / The World Economy Is Reaching 'Limits Of Growth'

The World Economy Is Reaching 'Limits Of Growth' Authored by Gail Tverberg via Our Finite World blog, The world economy is at a major turning point, which is why we should brace for rapid changes in the economy. The world is moving from having enough goods and services to go around,...

reuters.com/business / Singapore negotiating for US concessions on pharmaceuticals, chips - Reuters

Singapore negotiating for US concessions on pharmaceuticals, chips Reuters

techinasia.com / China slams ‘selfish’ trade wars over tariffs

China said the US started the trade war and called for removing unilateral tariffs to resolve it through dialogue.

techinasia.com / Trump’s tariffs: Shein hikes US prices, some items up by 300%

Shein's price hikes began on April 25, 2025 affecting beauty, home goods, and women's clothing categories.

zerohedge.com / Schweizer: Chinese Chemists Working With Mexican Cartels Creating Fentanyl To Kill Americans

Schweizer: Chinese Chemists Working With Mexican Cartels Creating Fentanyl To Kill Americans New York Times bestselling author Peter Schweizer is once again speaking out against China's sinister role in fueling America's deadly fentanyl crisis, as President Donald Trump seeks to punish...

techinasia.com / Trump’s tariffs: US, Singapore seek new trade deals

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, focus on finding solutions for significant SG exports, particularly pharmaceuticals.

techinasia.com / Trump’s tariffs: IMF-World Bank talks end without clear results

Many participants left without clear answers regarding tariff relief or its economic implications.

zerohedge.com / Trump Floats Plan To Slash Or Eliminate Income Taxes For Millions Using "BONANZA" Tariff Cash

Trump Floats Plan To Slash Or Eliminate Income Taxes For Millions Using "BONANZA" Tariff Cash President Donald Trump doubled down Sunday on his plan to use tariff revenue to slash - and possibly eliminate - income taxes for millions of Americans. Photo: Fox News The former president...

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