💼 Bessent: Trade Talks with China Were ‘Productive’ Amid Growing Tensions High-stakes negotiations between U.S. officials and China appear to be gaining ground. Blackstone’s Chief Investment Strategist, Joseph Bessent, called the latest trade discussions “productive,” signaling potential movement on tariffs, tech cooperation, and supply chain stabilization. While no formal deal has been announced, the tone marks a shift from recent confrontational rhetoric. Markets reacted modestly, with cautious optimism. #ChinaTrade #Bessent #Tariffs #USChinaRelations #BETTRNews https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-bessent-china-trade-deal-b2748619.html

🇺🇸 Trump Floats 80% Tariff Cuts on China Amid Wave of New Deals Former President Donald Trump signaled he may slash tariffs on China by up to 80%, claiming “many deals are in the hopper.” This move would mark a significant shift from his earlier trade war stance, suggesting a possible recalibration of U.S.–China economic policy in anticipation of a 2024/2026 political strategy. Critics are already questioning whether this pivot reflects strength or desperation. #Trump #Tariffs #ChinaTrade #USPolitics #TradePolicy #Election2024 #BETTRNews 🔗 Full update: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/live/trump-tariffs-live-updates-trump-floats-slashing-china-tariffs-to-80-with-many-deals-in-the-hopper-191201761.html