AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoUS–China Tariff Truce: The US and China agreed on a “30-for-30” framework to cut tariffs on about $60B of trade, with product lists covering non-sensitive goods; notable gaps remain, including soybeans, keeping pressure on US farm exports. Agriculture & Commodities: Soybean futures slid after China kept its soybean import tariff in place, while other grains and meats are in focus as tariff relief expands. Trade Implementation Details: The lists cover hundreds to thousands of categories and require domestic legal steps before reductions take effect; timing and tariff cut depth are still unclear. Energy & Metals: China said it will include US coal in the tariff-cut package for 2027–2028, while copper prices fell on weaker China data and a stronger dollar. AI & Chips: China may allow ByteDance and Alibaba to buy Nvidia RTX PRO 5500 chips under US curbs, and the two countries launched an AI crisis communication channel to prevent escalation. Industry Automation: Global industrial robots hit a record 5 million units in 2025, with China driving strong growth. Healthcare Deal: Merck paid $400M upfront for a SciBrunch preclinical KRAS G12D inhibitor, signaling continued pharma cross-border investment tied to China-based R&D. Logistics Policy: US shipping groups urged extending the suspension of China-linked port fees, warning of added cost and uncertainty for ocean trade.
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