US Treasury warns of unsustainable China trade war amid market rally

April 22, 2025, 4:20 pm

The US Treasury Secretary recently warned that the ongoing trade battle with China may be unsustainable, sparking a market rally. With foreign demand faltering and economic pressures mounting, investors and policymakers alike brace for deeper turmoil as the administration navigates escalating trade tensions.

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