Best Asian Development Bank Podcasts (2025)

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Asian Development Bank Lowers Growth Forecast on Tariff Concerns 20:09

17d ago20:09

20:09

The Asian Development Bank has lowered its growth forecast for Asia further after the region found itself the hardest hit by tariffs from the US. The multilateral institution said those tariffs will shave growth in the region by a third of a percentage point in 2025 and a full percentage point in 2026. In its annual outlook report released Wednesda…

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Dimon's Recession Warning; XPeng Earnings Preview 21:13

32m ago21:13

21:13

Asian currencies look poised to benefit from a favorable mix of lower US Treasury yields, softer oil prices, and sustained downward pressure on the greenback. A cautious outlook from Walmart underscores lingering vulnerabilities that may cap gains in US assets. Stateside, traders priced in two Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. Shares in South Ko…

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Global Equity Rally Wavers as Buyer Fatigue Kicks In 19:51

1d ago19:51

19:51

Stocks in Asia fell early Thursday for the first time in five sessions as the rally on Wall Street sparked by US-China trade talks showed signs of exhaustion, on speculation stocks have run too fast amid risks stemming from a trade war to an economic slowdown and sticky inflation. Japanese and Australian stocks edged lower, while a gauge of US-list…

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E235: Reimagining Battery Futures for EVs 34:46

6h ago34:46

34:46

In this episode, our guest is Dr. Yanxi Yu, a PhD graduate from University of Sydney, whose pioneering research focuses on green lithium extraction from seawater and brine using electrochemical methods. With a background in environmental and chemical engineering, Yanxi explains the environmental benefits and technical challenges of sustainable lith…

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Wall Street Erases 2025 Losses; Global Trade Tensions Cool Down 20:27

2d ago20:27

20:27

Asian stocks traded in narrow ranges early Wednesday after US benchmarks wiped out their 2025 losses on signs the global trade war is cooling and after US inflation climbed less than forecast. Equities were mixed in Japan while they crept lower in Australia. US contracts were little changed after chipmakers led Tuesday's rally on Wall Street, follo…

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US-China Trade Truce Sends Stocks Higher; India Equity Outlook 21:03

3d ago21:03

21:03

Asian stocks followed gains in US equities on optimism the US-China trade truce marks the end to an all-out tariff war. Shares in Australia and Japan jumped at the open after the S&P 500 closed more than 3% higher. Japan's Topix gained for a 13th day, putting it on track for it longest winning streak in 16 years. A gauge of US-listed Chinese stocks…

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E234: Busting EV Myths in the Philippines 56:41

1d ago56:41

56:41

In this episode, our guest is Luis Buenaventura, a FinTech executive and devoted EV enthusiast based in the Philippines. Luis shares his firsthand journey into electric vehicles, offering practical insights on everything from vehicle comparisons to charging infrastructure, and debunks major EV myths around range anxiety, fire risk, and flood safety…

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APAC Stocks, US Futures Edge Higher After US-China Trade Talks 16:14

4d ago16:14

16:14

The US and China both reported "substantial progress" after two days of talks in Switzerland aimed at de-escalating a trade war, marking what Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng called "an important first step" toward resolving differences. While neither side immediately announced specific measures on Sunday, He said the world's two biggest economies ag…

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Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend: US CPI, Portugal Election, Japan Eco 39:14

6d ago39:14

39:14

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to U.S eco data and earnings from the retail giant, Walmart. In the UK – a look ahead to Portugal’s general election. In Asia – a look ahead to Japan industrial production, PPI, and GDP data. See omnystudio.co…

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Trade Talk Optimism Caps APAC Trading Week 20:24

7d ago20:24

20:24

Asian stocks inched higher at the Friday open after US President Donald Trump announced a trade framework with the United Kingdom and signaled tariffs on Chinese goods may fall if upcoming talks go well. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are set to meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Switzerland on …

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The Fed Holds Rates Steady, US-China Trade Talks in Focus 17:51

8d ago17:51

17:51

Asian stocks traded in a tight range Thursday after the Federal Reserve reiterated it isn't in a rush to lower interest rates, and investors awaited the trade negotiations between China and the US. Stateside, the S&P 500 halted a two-day slide, led by chipmakers as Bloomberg News reported that the Trump administration plans to rescind Biden-era cur…

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E233: Investing for Impact to Fast-Tracking Australia's Clean Energy Future 58:03

6d ago58:03

58:03

In this episode, our guest is Blair Palese, a long-standing climate advocate, ethical investment strategist and Director of Philanthropy at Ethinvest. Blair shares her journey from leading fossil fuel divestment campaigns to founding the Climate Capital Forum, where she now works to unlock climate finance and accelerate clean tech solutions in Aust…

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India Strikes Pakistan After Kashmir Attack, US and China Announce Trade Talks 19:43

9d ago19:43

19:43

India's government said it conducted targeted military strikes against Pakistan early Wednesday, a widely anticipated move after it pledged retaliation for a militant attack last month in Kashmir that killed 26 people. Pakistan said it shot down five Indian airplanes in retaliation. The downing of the jets are not "hostile acts" and Pakistan was de…

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Dollar Gains After Two-Day Dip, Oil Holds Decline With Higher OPEC+ Supply 15:11

10d ago15:11

15:11

A gauge of the dollar rose 0.3% after declining Monday as speculation around potential trade deals sparked an extraordinary spike in Taiwan's dollar and resonated across global foreign exchange markets. The MSCI Emerging Markets Currency Index rose 0.6% to a record. US stock futures edged lower after the S&P 500 halted its longest rally in about 20…

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Trump: Willing to Lower China Tariffs, Australia PM Albanese Wins Re-Election 17:32

11d ago17:32

17:32

Financial markets have steadied in the past two weeks - the S&P 500 on Friday posted its longest winning streak in two decades - amid signs that talks with Asian nations are progressing and trade tensions between China and the US are thawing. President Donald Trump also said in an interview Sunday that he's willing to lower the tariff on Chinese im…

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E232: Impact Ventures in Solar and E-Mobility 49:22

9d ago49:22

49:22

In this episode, our guest is Shazia Khan, a seasoned energy entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. Shazia shares her journey from founding Pakistan’s first pay-as-you-go solar company to becoming a strategic force in energy access across Africa and Latin America. She discusses her ventures in peer-to-peer energy sharing, her board roles in e-mobilit…

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Daybreak Weekend: Fed Decision, Germany Chancellor, China Eco 39:15

13d ago39:15

39:15

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to next week’s Fed decision and earnings from Walt Disney. In the UK – a look ahead to the challenges facing Germany’s next Chancellor. In Asia – a look ahead to a look ahead to economic data in China. See omn…

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China's Commerce Ministry Says It's Evaluating US Trade Talks 18:56

14d ago18:56

18:56

Asian stocks edged up and US equity-index futures reversed losses Friday after China said it's evaluating possible US trade talks, boosting optimism that tariff tensions will tamp down. China's Commerce Ministry said in a Friday statement that it had noted senior US officials repeatedly expressing their willingness to talk to Beijing about tariffs,…

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Australia Election Preview, Microsoft and Meta Earnings Beat 22:07

15d ago22:07

22:07

US equity futures rallied Thursday on stronger-than-expected tech earnings and signs the Trump administration may be close to announcing the first round of trade deals to reduce planned tariffs. The advance for US futures came after the S&P 500 erased an intraday drop of more than 2% Wednesday to close 0.2% higher. Shares in Japan and Australia bot…

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Trump's First 100 Days, Magnificent Seven Earnings in Focus 21:41

16d ago21:41

21:41

As the S&P 500 closed higher for five consecutive sessions, the American equity benchmark posted its longest winning streak since November. Monday marked the fifth time in the past month the index fully wiped out an intraday gain or drop of 1% or more. The number of reversals already matches the total seen in the entire year of 2024. After the US c…

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E231: Inside Bitcoin Mining: Energy, Economics, and the Future 49:09

16d ago49:09

49:09

In this episode, our guest is Syed Saqib Alam, a seasoned Bitcoin mining expert who shares his journey from hobbyist miner to industry leader. He explains the fundamentals of Bitcoin mining, the vital role miners play in maintaining the blockchain, and the critical importance of energy efficiency in mining operations. Saqib offers a deep dive into …

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Cautious Start to Trading Ahead of Week's Eco Data, Earnings 19:39

18d ago19:39

19:39

Asian shares gained in a cautious start to the week as investors await progress in US trade negotiations with the region and signs of further stimulus from China. The dollar was steady against major peers and US equity-index futures edged lower in early trading Monday. Contracts in Japan signal a gain when cash markets reopen after the yen weakened…

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Daybreak Weekend: Tech Earnings, UK Elections, China PMI Preview 38:56

20d ago38:56

38:56

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to the April jobs report and big tech earnings. In the UK – a look ahead to local elections. In Asia – a look ahead to China PMI data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Introducing Stock Movers 4:27

21d ago4:27

4:27

Check out the new Stock Movers Podcast from Bloomberg. Subscribe for five-minute episodes on today's winners and losers in the stock market. Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4kJ43ON Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mr385jv6 Listen on other platforms: https://link.podtrac.com/h0zn7xir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mixed Signals on Trade Talks; Fed Rate-Cut Hopes 19:01

21d ago19:01

19:01

President Donald Trump said Thursday that his administration was talking with China on trade, after Beijing denied the existence of negotiations on a deal and demanded the US revoke all unilateral tariffs. The Chinese Commerce Ministry dismissed speculation that progress has been made in bilateral communications, saying "any reports on development …

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Stock Rally Loses Steam After Wavering Tariff News 17:49

22d ago17:49

17:49

Asian stocks traded in a tight range Thursday as a global relief rally started to give up momentum after mixed signals from the Trump administration on its plans for China tariffs. A regional gauge of stocks swung between small gains and losses as market enthusiasm got curbed after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cast doubt on a timely resolution …

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Stocks Advance as Trump Walks Back Intent to Fire Fed's Powell 21:30

23d ago21:30

21:30

Stocks jumped and the dollar rose after President Donald Trump said he had no intention of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell while optimism grew that trade tensions may be easing. Trump's comments on the Fed chief late Tuesday in Washington walk back opinions expressed earlier in the week that sparked concerns about the US central bank's i…

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APAC Stocks Dip After US Selloff; Suntory Holdings CEO Takeshi Niinami 21:07

24d ago21:07

21:07

Asian stocks edged down at the open after US President Donald Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell raised concerns about the central bank's independence and sparked a selloff in US assets. We get reaction from JoAnne Bianco, Partner & Senior Investment Strategist at BondBloxx Investment Management. Plus - late Monday, Japan's Pr…

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US Trade Negotiations Continue This Week 18:55

25d ago18:55

18:55

Officials from Japan and South Korea are slated to begin trade negotiations with the United States this week. Early Monday, China's Ministry of Commerce said it firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China’s interests. Those comments came as China claims Washington is using tariffs to coerce other countries to restrict economic …

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Cementing sustainability in the construction industry 12:17

23d ago12:17

12:17

Governments are some of the biggest buyers of construction services, putting them in a powerful position to shape a more sustainable future. In this episode, Andrew Minson, Concrete and Sustainable Construction Director at the Global Cement and Concrete Association, and Jenny Yan Yee Chu, Procurement Specialist at the Asian Development Bank explore…

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E230: A Vision for the Future Of Energy 1:03:21

23d ago1:03:21

1:03:21

In this episode, our guest is Michael Barnard, a climate futurist, systems thinker, and clean tech strategist. Michael dives deep into the myths and realities around hydrogen, offering compelling arguments backed by decades of technical analysis and scenario modelling. He explains why hydrogen's role in the future energy mix is likely overstated an…

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Daybreak Weekend: Tesla Results, Europe Earnings, China Tariff Reaction 39:27

27d ago39:27

39:27

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to home sales data and Tesla earnings. In the UK – a look ahead to how companies across Europe and beyond are preparing to share their latest financial performances with the market. In Asia – a look ahead to h…

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Japan Edges Higher on US Trade Negotiation Hopes 17:27

28d ago17:27

17:27

Japanese stocks rose in the early Friday session as expectations for progress in trade negotiations between the US and the European Union supported automotive-related sectors. Most Asian markets are shut for the Good Friday holiday. Data released Friday showed Japan's consumer inflation advanced last month, supporting the central bank's stance on a…

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Daybreak Holiday: Trump versus Powell, ETF Inflows, Antitrust in Focus 38:55

28d ago38:55

38:55

On this special holiday edition of Bloomberg Daybreak US edition, host John Tucker discusses President Trump recent criticism of Fed Chair Powell with Michael McKee and Stuart Paul. He also talks about ETF inflows with Eric Balchunas and looks at the future of antitrust litigation with Jennifer Rie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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The Impact of Tariffs on the Global Auto Industry 25:07

29d ago25:07

25:07

On today's episode, we take a look at the impact of how US tariffs are reverberating through the global automotive industry. Ford Motor Company is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesn't deliver on the tariff relief he's hinted at for automakers, while Chinese EV maker Xpeng…

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Nvidia Chip Curbs Spur Market Caution; Chinese Suppliers Mock Tariffs on TikTok 22:04

1M ago22:04

22:04

Asian stocks edged lower and US equity-index futures dropped at the open as trade conflicts showed no signs of abating. Nvidia said the US put new restrictions on some chip exports to China. Contracts for the Nasdaq 100 fell more than 1.5% and S&P 500 futures retreated 1% after Nvidia slumped in after-hours trading. That’s even as results from Wall…

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Stanford Professors Reflect on Fostering Grit & Nurturing Growth 26:37

1M ago26:37

26:37

Welcome to Grit & Growth’s final episode. After five years and 90 episodes, we’ve asked four Stanford GSB professors who teach in the Seed Transformation Program to tell us what they’ve learned — about the grit of intrepid entrepreneurs working in emerging economies and the growth they’ve experienced in their own teaching. Jesper Sorensen, Baba Shi…

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Treasury Secretary Bessent Plays Down Foreign Bond Dumping Claim 17:52

1M ago17:52

17:52

Speaking exclusively to Bloomberg, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent played down the recent selloff in the bond market, rejecting speculation that foreign nations were dumping their holdings of US Treasuries. In her latest column, Bloomberg Opinion's Shuli Ren writes China is done retaliating against President Donald Trump's exorbitant tariffs, call…

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Markets Open Higher on US Tech Tariff Pause 19:08

1M ago19:08

19:08

On today's episode - US President Donald Trump pledged he will still apply tariffs to phones, computers and popular consumer electronics, downplaying a weekend exemption as a procedural step in his overall push to remake American trade. We preview the trading week ahead with Chuck Cumello, President and CEO at Essex Financial Services. Asian stocks…

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Daybreak Weekend: U.S Retail, ECB Meeting, TSMC Earnings 38:55

1M ago38:55

38:55

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to U.S Retail sales and earnings from Netflix. In the UK – a look ahead to next week’s ECB meeting. In Asia – a look ahead to earnings from TSMC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Tariff War Woes Fuel Exodus From US Assets 19:13

1M ago19:13

19:13

A gauge of Asian stocks is on track for its third consecutive week of decline as market relief turned to angst after the White House clarified US tariffs on China rose to 145%. US Treasuries resumed a selloff from earlier in the week. Equity-index futures for the S&P 500 retreated 1%. In a sign investors are seeking havens and non-US alternatives, …

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E229: Authentic Connections: LinkedIn as a Catalyst for Change 47:51

1M ago47:51

47:51

In this episode, our guest is Lynnaire Johnston, a New Zealand-based LinkedIn strategist, author, and founder of LinkAbility. Lynnaire shares practical and powerful insights on how professionals—especially in the sustainability and clean energy sectors—can elevate their personal and company brands using LinkedIn. She emphasizes the platform's evolu…

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Trump's Tariff Pause Sparks Global Relief Rally 23:16

1M ago23:16

23:16

Asian stocks posted their biggest jump in more than two years as global financial markets rebounded after US President Donald Trump paused most of his sweeping reciprocal tariffs. Treasuries rallied after a tumultuous session. Trump announced a 90-day pause on the new tariffs that hit dozens of trading partners Wednesday. However, he raised duties …

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Markets Retreat Ahead of Trump Tariff Deadline 19:51

1M ago19:51

19:51

Stocks sank and Treasuries sold off in Asia Wednesday morning, as financial markets were hit by fresh turmoil after US President Donald Trump ratcheted up the pressure on China and pledged to push ahead with sweeping global tariffs. Bloomberg Opinion's Karishma Vaswani says Washington's tariffs are driving Asian nations to strengthen cooperation wi…

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China Vows to Fight US Tariffs As APAC Markets Recover 20:05

1M ago20:05

20:05

Asian shares bounced back after a record selloff, as Japan lead gains on expectations that it will get priority in trade talks with US President Donald Trump’s administration. China slammed the US for threatening to raise its tariffs and pledged to retaliate if Washington follows through, raising the stakes of the trade war between the world’s two …

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Leadership, Relationships, and Finding Your True Calling: A Conversation with Sophie Hudson 45:43

1M ago45:43

45:43

Sit down with Sophie Hudson for an extraordinary exploration of leadership, personal growth, and the power of human connection. Sophie is a "pure delight" - which sets the stage for an inspiring dialogue about leadership, relationships, and finding one's true potential. Sophie Hudson is an author, podcast host, and former educator, and she shares p…

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Markets Fall as Global Tariff Turmoil Enters Second Week 21:51

1M ago21:51

21:51

A flight from global equities accelerated Monday and investors piled into haven assets as the fallout from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs deepened after China slapped retaliatory measures. From Sydney to Tokyo, Asian stocks plunged at the open along with commodities such as oil and copper. Trading of Nikkei 225 and Topix futures was suspended …

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E228: Australia's Leap into Electrifying Trucks 56:05

1M ago56:05

56:05

In this episode, our guest is Grant Mitchell, an entrepreneur and electric vehicle expert with deep roots in the transport and logistics sector. Grant shares decades of experience and offers a rich perspective on the evolution of electric trucks—from early forklift applications to cutting-edge battery-swapping technology and autonomous freight solu…

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Tariff-Fueled Stock Rout Caps Off Trading Week 13:36

1M ago13:36

13:36

Markets wrap up a turbulent week as Asian shares fall to the lowest level in two months, extending a global selloff in stocks after President Donald Trump’s latest tariff measures drove investors into haven assets. Stateside, the S&P 500 tumbled more than 4.8% for its worst single-day drop since 2020. We speak with Garfield Reynolds, Bloomberg MLIV…

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Trump Tariffs: Everything You Need to Know 21:40

1M ago21:40

21:40

This is a special edition of the Bloomberg Daybreak: US Edition podcast. Subscribe to the show: on Apple: http://bit.ly/3DWYoAN on Spotify: http://bit.ly/3jGRYiB Anywhere: http://bit.ly/3J1bct9 On today's episode: President Donald Trump imposed the steepest American tariffs in a century as he steps up his campaign to reshape the global economy, spa…

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