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Apr 2025
12m 40s

Trump’s trade war, bond selloff, Ukraine...

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Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs kick in, including a 104% duty on Chinese goods. It deepens a global trade war, triggering carnage on global markets and sending U.S. bonds plunging. Consumers are waiting for the impact. Plus, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says two Chinese men fighting for Russia have been captured in eastern Ukraine. Find our recommended re ... Show More
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