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When guns are built, do markets see profit or peril? Some bet on growth, while others brace for trouble. The same act draws praise or fear, Marco may rise, but who steers the global mirror? A recent economic analysis examines how international markets interpret military spending. Civilians rarely see it as a sign of imminent conflict, but rather as an investment opportunity that promises government contracts and industrial growth. That view applies even if the country later becomes involved in armed conflict.

This article is based on ideas originally published by VoxEU – Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and has been independently rewritten and extended by The Economy editorial team. While inspired by the original analysis, the content presented here reflects a broader interpretation and additional commentary. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of VoxEU or CEPR.

Trump Slashes China Tariffs from 145% to 30% Introduces 40% Transshipment Tariffs Targeting China via Southeast Asia Acceleration Expected in Repatriation of Manufacturing Bases to Mainland China President Donald Trump has lowered tariffs on Chinese imports

Unilateral Hike After Phone Call: “No Sign of Good Faith” Agreed Terms Between Ministers Dismissed Switzerland Mulls U.S. Energy Imports to Salvage Deal U.S.

This article is based on ideas originally published by VoxEU – Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and has been independently rewritten and extended by The Economy editorial team. While inspired by the original analysis, the content presented here reflects a broader interpretation and additional commentary. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of VoxEU or CEPR.

This article is based on ideas originally published by VoxEU – Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and has been independently rewritten and extended by The Economy editorial team. While inspired by the original analysis, the content presented here reflects a broader interpretation and additional commentary. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of VoxEU or CEPR.

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The walls go up, the costs rise high, While buyers ask the reason why. The goods remain, but fewer people choose them. When tariffs leave them bound to lose. As President Trump ramps up his latest round of tariffs, concerns over their far-reaching consequences are intensifying. Countries that have yet to strike trade agreements with the United States, such as Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, are bracing for the fallout.

This article was independently developed by The Economy editorial team and draws on original analysis published by East Asia Forum. The content has been substantially rewritten, expanded, and reframed for broader context and relevance. All views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official position of East Asia Forum or its contributors.

This article is based on ideas originally published by VoxEU – Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and has been independently rewritten and extended by The Economy editorial team. While inspired by the original analysis, the content presented here reflects a broader interpretation and additional commentary. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of VoxEU or CEPR.

“One of the Worst Trade Barriers, Barely Any Trade with the U.S.” “Most Military Purchases from Russia,” He Points Out Sharpest Tariff Yet Signals Possible Delay in Negotiations U.S.

This article was independently developed by The Economy editorial team and draws on original analysis published by East Asia Forum. The content has been substantially rewritten, expanded, and reframed for broader context and relevance. All views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official position of East Asia Forum or its contributors.

This article was independently developed by The Economy editorial team and draws on original analysis published by East Asia Forum. The content has been substantially rewritten, expanded, and reframed for broader context and relevance. All views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official position of East Asia Forum or its contributors.

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No GPS trust. No U.S. signals. Jammed launches, stranded ships, compromised sites. Iran courts Beidou to escape surveillance and regain control. In a move that highlights the geopolitical fault lines in modern technology, Iran has officially abandoned the U.S.-led Global Positioning System and instead turned to China’s Beidou satellite network.

This article was independently developed by The Economy editorial team and draws on original analysis published by East Asia Forum. The content has been substantially rewritten, expanded, and reframed for broader context and relevance. All views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official position of East Asia Forum or its contributors.

This article is based on ideas originally published by VoxEU – Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and has been independently rewritten and extended by The Economy editorial team. While inspired by the original analysis, the content presented here reflects a broader interpretation and additional commentary. The views expressed do not necessarily represent those of VoxEU or CEPR.

"Hiring Foreign Workers Reduces Jobs" Gains TractionUniversities Alarmed by Potential OPT Elimination

This article was independently developed by The Economy editorial team and draws on original analysis published by East Asia Forum. The content has been substantially rewritten, expanded, and reframed for broader context and relevance. All views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official position of East Asia Forum or its contributors.

EU agrees to lower tariffs by pledging large-scale purchases of U.S.