European equities finished Tuesday's session slightly higher, as investors appeared to shrug off
concerns of a potential trade war and uncertainty following Italy's election result.
Markets have been on edge in recent sessions amid
concerns of a potential trade war between China and the U.S.. On Wednesday, China announced fresh tariffs on 106 U.S. products, including cars, whiskey and soybeans — less than 24 hours after the U.S. administration issued a list of Chinese imports that it would target.
Not exact matches
«Thus, the risks
of potential «
trade wars» and the
potential negative impact on the global economy and on oil demand if these risks do materialise should constitute a serious
concern for OPEC,» the authors argue.
With President Donald Trump due to arrive in Germany later on Thursday, a lawmaker in the country has voiced
concerns over a
potential trade war between the U.S. and Europe as a result
of Trump's protectionist policies.
In March, equities were under pressure after
concerns of tougher regulation on tech companies as well as over fears
of a
potential global
trade war.
Investors are
concerned about the negative implications
of a
potential trade war, the effect
of privacy breaches at social media companies, and the magnitude
of Federal Reserve (Fed) rate increases in 2018.
The news
concerning forecasted Fed rate hikes, inflation projections, and a
potential trade war with China have shaken up the markets since February
of this year.
Stocks fell victim to heightened fears about
potential trade wars, exacerbated by a more strident tone from Trump administration officials today and an apparent lack
of concern about the difficulties heaped upon the stock market by the heated
trade rhetoric between the U.S. and China.