China’s Economy Slows Broadly Even as Exports Keep Rising
Officials blamed U.S. “protectionism” for the dismal July data, but growth was likely held back by real estate and new policies aimed at slowing factory investments.
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‘Acute, Sustained, Profound and Abiding Rage’: Canada Finds Its Voice
America’s withdrawal from the global order is forcing former allies to rethink their identities.
Japan Says Trump to Correct ‘Extremely Regrettable’ Error in Tariff Order
Tensions have been mounting between the United States and Japan as both sides appear to have starkly different interpretations of a trade deal finalized last month.
Trump Announces Additional $100 Billion Apple Investment in U.S.
The White House said the pledge would bring more of the company’s supply chain and advanced manufacturing to the United States.
Trump Has Soured on Putin. Putin Couldn’t Care Less.
Russia’s president has lost faith in the very idea of reaching agreements with the United States.
Ford Is Latest Carmaker to Blame Tariffs for Profit Slump
The company estimated that duties on imported cars and car parts would cost it $2 billion this year.
Trump Demands That Drugmakers Lower Some of Their U.S. Prices by September
The administration has not put forward a clear legal authority to compel drugmakers to reduce their prices.
Tesla Earnings Show Falling Profit as Car Sales Slow
Elon Musk has said robotaxis are the company’s future, but most revenue still comes from cars.
U.S. Proposes Steep Tariffs on Critical E.V. Battery Material
The Commerce Department plans to impose a 93.5 percent levy on Chinese graphite, an essential ingredient in the batteries that power electric vehicles.
K-Beauty Fans Stock up on Cosmetics After Trump’s Tariff Threat
American consumers of Korean cosmetics and skin-care products are bulk buying, as President Trump threatens 25 percent tariffs on imports.
Trump Threatens 35 Percent Tariffs on Canada in the Middle of Trade Talks
The president revived his discredited claims about fentanyl entering the U.S. from Canada to justify his latest proposed rate of 35 percent.
This Is BYD, the Chinese Car That’s Taking Over the World
China’s national champion carmaker BYD embodies a state-led industrial model that America may no longer be able to compete with.
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