Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-05-21 01:56Group 1 - AI chips have become a focal point during President Trump's first visit to the Middle East, with NVIDIA announcing the sale of over 18,000 AI chips to Saudi Arabia for a 500 MW data center [1] - The U.S. Department of Commerce has intensified its scrutiny of Huawei products amid ongoing trade tensions, which has implications for the tech industry [1] - Despite the trade war, China's export total reached 6.13 trillion yuan in Q1 2025, showing resilience with a slight decline in imports but a recovery in growth rates [1] Group 2 - The U.S. automotive industry is heavily reliant on global supply chains, particularly from China, and rising tariffs have led to increased costs for manufacturers, ultimately affecting consumer prices and contributing to inflation [3] - The emergence of Chinese companies like DeepSeek, which offer competitive AI models and electric vehicle charging technologies, poses a challenge to U.S. tech firms [3][5] - Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration has become precarious as he faces pressure to distance himself from the government amid declining stock prices and personal wealth [5][7] Group 3 - There is a growing sentiment among U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Mnuchin, that the trade war strategy may need to shift as the costs to the U.S. economy become more apparent [7][8] - The need for actual actions to demonstrate sincerity in negotiations with China is emphasized, as mere statements are insufficient for meaningful progress [8]