中美关税战是危险的消耗战

Group 1 - The core issue of the trade war is the significant impact on high-tech industries in the U.S., particularly the reliance on rare earth elements from China, which are essential for various technologies including electric vehicles and defense applications [1][2][3] - The U.S. retail sector is heavily dependent on Chinese imports, with companies like Best Buy indicating that approximately 60% of their sales costs come from China, leading to potential price increases for consumers [4][5] - The ongoing trade tensions have resulted in a drastic reduction in U.S. exports to China, particularly in the beef sector, where exports dropped by 92% in March, highlighting the severe repercussions of the tariffs [6] Group 2 - The semiconductor industry in the U.S. faces challenges due to its 50% reliance on imports of critical materials like germanium and gallium from China, which could jeopardize domestic manufacturing efforts [3][6] - Boeing is experiencing headwinds as the trade conflict affects its sales to Chinese airlines, which are significant customers, with potential delays in aircraft deliveries due to tariffs [7] - The energy sector's impact appears limited, as U.S. LNG exports to China are minimal, allowing for a shift in export destinations without significant disruption [7]