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European Markets Set to Open Lower Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

U.S.-China trade conflict prompts significant declines in European and Asian stock indices.
European stock markets are expected to open significantly lower as tensions escalate between the United States and its global trade partners, primarily influenced by President Donald Trump's firm stance on trade policy.

Reports indicate that the DAX futures in Frankfurt are down by 4.40% approximately 40 minutes before the opening of European markets, while the CAC 40 index in Paris is down by 2.58%.

The FTSE 100 in London has dropped by 2.43%, and the Milan stock exchange is seeing a decline of 5.30%.

Last week, U.S. markets experienced their largest weekly drop since March 2020, contributing to concerns about a potential global economic slowdown.

In Asia, the impact of the trade conflict has been similarly dramatic.

The Hong Kong stock exchange witnessed a staggering decline of over 12% on Monday afternoon, marking its largest drop in more than 16 years.

The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 8.40%, while the Shenzhen index decreased by 10.33% as of 06:30 GMT.

In Tokyo, the Nikkei index reported a loss of 7.01% during the same timeframe.

The intensity of these declines stems from China's response to heightened tariffs imposed by the U.S. Over the weekend, while several Asian financial markets had already closed, China announced retaliatory tariffs, increasing fears of a destructive escalation in the global economy.

Last week, President Trump initiated significant tariff increases, imposing heavy tariffs primarily on Asian and European countries.

The tariffs, described as the most aggressive since the 1930s, include a baseline tariff of 10% as well as additional targeted increases: 20% for the European Union, 34% for China, 24% for Japan, and 31% for Switzerland.

The Trump administration appears resolute in its approach, viewing the tariffs not merely as a negotiating tool but as a victory.

Analysts comment on the economic ramifications, pointing to a growing anxiety surrounding the potential for a global economic downturn amidst escalating trade conflicts.
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