Trump Raises Stakes in U.S – China Trade Conflict

Market sentiment took a hit after U.S. President Donald Trump said he expected to move ahead with raising tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese imports to 25% from the current 10%. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Trump said it was "highly unlikely" he would accept China's request to hold off on the increase, which is due to take effect on January 1. The president's comments come ahead of a meeting between Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Argentina at the end of the week. 

(Source: Investing.com)