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Trump, Xi wrap state visit centered on spectacle over substance. Here are the top takeaways

US · 2026-09-25

Key takeaway

Trump and Xi extend the US-China trade truce, deferring scheduled tariff increases.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerTrump and Xi agree to extend the US-China trade truce, deferring scheduled tariff increases.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onWith tariffs deferred, US importers and Chinese exporters maintain current landed costs and supply chain stability.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUS SMEs sourcing from China avoid immediate input cost increases, but face ongoing uncertainty due to unresolved tech/export-control issues.

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Source: CNBC

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