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US-Canada Trade War Escalates as US National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion Milestone

US-Canada Trade War Escalates as US National Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion Milestone
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Global markets are under intense pressure today as a massive trade conflict erupts between the US and Canada, coinciding with the US national debt reaching a historic $40 trillion threshold ahead of the Jackson Hole symposium.

US-Canada Trade War Intensifies with 50% Tariffs on $20B of Goods
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US-Canada Trade War Intensifies with 50% Tariffs on $20B of Goods

President Donald Trump has escalated trade tensions by imposing a 50% tariff on approximately $20 billion of Canadian imports, declaring that Canada will 'no longer be treated like a State.' The move targets critical sectors including automotive parts, steel, and agriculture. Canada has vowed to retaliate with a 'dollar-for-dollar' response starting September 8, raising fears of supply chain disruptions and higher consumer costs.

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US National Debt Hits Historic $40 Trillion Ahead of Jackson Hole

For the first time in history, the US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion. This milestone arrives just days before the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, where the new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is expected to address the challenges of balancing monetary policy against a ballooning fiscal deficit and rising interest expenses.

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Market Braces for NVIDIA Earnings Amid Shifting AI Landscapes

Market Braces for NVIDIA Earnings Amid Shifting AI Landscapes

NVIDIA is set to report its fiscal Q2 2027 earnings tomorrow, serving as a critical barometer for the AI capital expenditure cycle. While demand remains robust, emerging competition from Google's custom AI chips and their potential partnership with Meta are creating new uncertainties for the GPU giant's dominance.

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Gold Prices Surge Toward New Records on Fiscal and Geopolitical Risks

Gold prices are testing the $4,655 mark today as investors seek safe-haven assets. The combination of the $40 trillion debt milestone and escalating geopolitical risks, including potential new sanctions on Iran, has fueled fears of inflation and currency devaluation, driving capital into bullion.

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China Property Market Easing and Liquidity Injections to Boost Demand

China Property Market Easing and Liquidity Injections to Boost Demand

Shanghai has announced further relaxation of property purchase restrictions as the People's Bank of China continues to inject liquidity into the financial system. The Chinese government is also expanding interest subsidies for loans to small businesses and individual consumers to counter the impact of global trade restrictions.

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