The Economist: US-China strike surprise tariff truce

The Economist: US-China strike surprise tariff truce

For the next 90 days, at least
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Key topics

  • US and China agree to cut new tariffs to 10% for 90 days

  • Markets surge after surprise truce in Geneva trade talks

  • Long-term deal uncertain as 34% tariff still looms after pause

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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com
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