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Morgan Stanley·2024-08-14 03:54

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the company or sector discussed Core Insights - The focus of the report is on the potential risks associated with tariff increases and their implications for Asian economies, particularly in the context of trade tensions and supply chain diversification [3][5][30] Summary by Relevant Sections Trade Tensions and Economic Impact - The report highlights that apart from China, other Asian economies such as Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are also facing increased trade tensions with the US, with Vietnam's trade surplus with the US growing significantly from $39 billion in 2017 to $111 billion [3][4] - The report discusses the significant changes in trade flows since 2018, indicating a shift in US imports from China to other countries like Mexico and Vietnam, with a total reduction of $97 billion in the trade deficit with China and an increase of $338 billion with other major trading partners [5][6] Currency Depreciation and Tariff Effects - The report anticipates potential currency depreciation in Asia if tariffs are enacted, drawing parallels to the 2018-19 period when the Chinese yuan depreciated by 11.6% amid rising tariffs [15][25] - It is noted that the effective tariff rate on Chinese imports has increased by 17.8%, and the report suggests that policymakers may be reluctant to allow similar levels of currency depreciation this time due to concerns over capital outflows [15][25] Sector-Specific Impacts - The report identifies specific sectors that may face greater pressure from tariffs, including electronics, industrial machinery, and textiles, which constitute a significant portion of US imports from China [36][37] - It emphasizes that if a 10% tariff is applied to all US imports, the impact would be broader and affect various sectors beyond those currently facing tariffs [36][37] Economic Growth and Central Bank Responses - The report estimates that the economic growth slowdown in China from 2018 to 2019 was approximately 130 basis points, primarily driven by reduced exports and weakened business confidence [30][32] - It discusses the challenges faced by central banks in emerging markets in responding to potential economic slowdowns due to tariffs, suggesting that fiscal measures may be prioritized over immediate interest rate cuts [33][34]