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The global trade landscape is always shifting, and lately, China’s approach to trade has been a significant part of that change. We’ve seen shifts like China reducing its imports of U.S. soybeans, a move that ripples through markets and impacts industries far beyond agriculture. When a major player like China alters its purchasing patterns, the … Read more
It feels like we’re constantly hearing about tariffs and trade wars these days. The news cycles buzz with potential tariff refund bills, or how trade disputes might impact jobs in critical sectors like semiconductors. From my perspective, having spent decades in tech, these aren’t just abstract economic concepts; they have real, tangible consequences that touch … Read more
It looks like the tariff landscape is shifting again, and this time, the semiconductor industry is in the crosshairs. Recent talk suggests that “fairly substantial” tariffs on chips are on the way. But before we dive into what that might mean, there’s a ray of good news for some of our biggest tech players – … Read more
As of September 2, 2025, we’re seeing a significant escalation in trade policy discussions, with reports suggesting proposals for substantial tariffs on imports from China. While specific figures are still being debated, the idea of tariffs as high as 200% or even 300% signals a major shift in global trade dynamics. For those of us … Read more
It’s August 31, 2025, and many of us might not realize a significant economic shift is already underway. The United States is moving towards ending its duty-free import threshold. This change, set to fully take effect soon, could have ripple effects similar to what the UK experienced after Brexit – a ‘Brexit-style’ shock, as some … Read more
It’s August 2025, and the global economic stage feels… uncertain. We’re seeing a trend where political leaders, often speaking directly to a nation’s concerns, propose economic policies that can sound appealingly simple but have complex ripple effects. These are often labeled as populist economic policies, and understanding their impact is key to understanding our interconnected … Read more
As of August 27, 2025, we’re seeing significant shifts in how goods move across the Pacific. Several major postal services across Asia have announced they are halting or significantly restricting the shipment of certain items to the United States. This isn’t just a logistical hiccup; it’s a clear signal that changes in U.S. customs policies … Read more
When we hear about tariffs, it often sounds like a distant economic policy debate, something for governments and businesses to hash out. But as I’ve learned from my time in the tech world and observing global trends, these policies have a way of rippling outwards, touching our everyday lives in ways we might not expect. … Read more
When governments impose tariffs, it’s often framed as a way to protect domestic industries or address trade imbalances. We saw a lot of this during the Trump administration, with significant tariffs placed on goods from countries like China and the European Union. But as someone who’s spent decades in the business world, I’ve learned that … Read more
As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how interconnected everything is. Economic policies, even those that seem distant, often have a way of rippling outwards and affecting us all. Today, I want to talk about tariffs. You might hear about tariffs in the news – often framed as a way … Read more