Insight ReportUS-China Trade Issues: US Applies Tariffs to All Imports from China Coresight Research August 6, 2019 Executive SummaryWe look at recent developments in the US-China trade dispute. On August 1, US President Donald Trump announced he would impose an additional 10% tariff on a further $300 billion Chinese imports starting on September 1, in addition to the $250 billion in goods already subject to additional tariffs. This reverses what had been positive signs: On June 29, the US committed to not imposing tariffs on the further $300 billion worth of Chinese goods, but changed tack citing what it said was lack of progress in the talks. On August 2, China responded by saying it will take all necessary counter-measures, and on August 5, the currency sank to its lowest level in nearly a decade, lowering the cost of Chinese exports. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Financial Confidence Improves but Tariffs and Inflation Impact Shopping Behavior: US Consumer Survey InsightsFebruary 2025 US Retail Sales: First Year-Over-Year Drop Since the Pandemic—Electronics and Department Stores Lead DeclinesUS Back to School 2025, Part 2: Where Consumers Will Shop—Opportunities with Higher-Income Shoppers, in Retail Media and on TikTokEconomic Confidence Climbs; Financial Optimism Turns Positive: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 23, 2025—Infographic
