Trump has warned 22 countries that steeper tariffs will be imposed starting Aug. 1
Move comes amid stable global economic outlook and low oil inventories
High defence spending masks deeper economic strains, economists warn at forum
Stubborn food inflation and global uncertainty cloud outlook
'Surprisingly good' results driven by a March surge in exports and industrial production ahead of U.S. tariffs
Better-than-expected Q1 growth overshadowed by renewed trade tensions
Trump tariffs and prolonged political uncertainty weigh on Europe's largest economy
“China firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China’s interests”: China's Commerce Ministry
The nation's global trade deficit increased for the fourth year in a row to US$37B
North American exports could plunge 12.6% if harshest levies are applied