TradingKey - The U.S. raises tariffs on China to 245%. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that the U.S.-China trade war is damaging America's reputation.
The White House recently issued a new statement announcing a significant increase in tariffs on Chinese imports, citing major retaliatory actions by China. The U.S. tariff rate on Chinese goods has now been increased from 145% to 245%, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing trade war.
On April 2, the U.S. introduced tariffs on multiple countries, setting a base rate of 10%. However, the rates varied by country. China was initially hit with a 54% tariff, which subsequently increased to 104%, 125%, and now 245%. In response, China raised its tariffs on the U.S. goods from 34% to 84%, then to 125%.
As tensions continue to rise, Jamie Dimon issued a warning,He said President Trump’s trade war risks harming America's reputation. He urged Washington to engage with China.
Dimon stated, "America has always been a safe place due to its prosperity, rule of law, and military strength. However, Trump's attempts to reshape global trade threaten America's economic dominance."