U.S. inflation falls to 2.3% in April but data remains key as the Fed holds interest rates steady amid growing tariff uncertainty

U.S. inflation falls to 2.3% in April but data remains key as the Fed holds interest rates steady amid growing tariff uncertainty

Inflation fell to 2.3% in April. The Fed is keeping rates steady at 4.25%-4.5% as new tariffs fuel inflation risks, prompting a cautious wait-and-see approach.

Chart: Who’s Hit by Trump’s ‘Discounted Reciprocal’ Tariffs?

Chart: Who’s Hit by Trump’s ‘Discounted Reciprocal’ Tariffs?

On Wednesday, April 2, or as President Trump calls it “Liberation Day”, America announced reciprocal tariffs by increasing US duties to match the tax rates charged by other countries on American imports. Here’s a list of countries facing reciprocal tariffs.

China’s Free Market Practices through Devaluation

China’s Free Market Practices through Devaluation

By devaluing its own currency, China has tried to address its issues due to financial distress. Not many have taken this surprise move by China in good spirits. While China might be trying to fix its own domestic growth, it could trigger currency wars amongst nations that are trying to compete with each other in international trade.