Author: Bea R. Oliver

How Is the US-China Trade War Impacting Emerging Economies? Emerging Countries and the Effects of the Trade War between US and China Since 2018, the multilateral trading system has faced significant challenges due to unilateral trade policies imposed by the United States, particularly with China. A major factor driving these actions was the growing U.S. trade deficit, especially with China. In 2017, the U.S. trade deficit with China reached a record $363 billion, accounting for 42% of the total U.S. trade deficit of $861 billion, according to Comtrade (2018). U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticized this large deficit, blaming…

What Does the Fed’s Big Rate Cut Mean for Global Markets? Global investors brace for turmoil as big Fed cut sows confusion In a surprising move, the U.S. Federal Reserve recently implemented a significant interest rate cut, leaving global investors bracing for potential financial turmoil. While the rate cut was intended to stimulate growth amid economic uncertainty, its unexpected nature has left many questioning what’s next for the global economy. How will this decision affect market stability, and what should investors be prepared for in the months ahead? Global investors are on high alert for significant market volatility after the…