India is trying to find a way to maintain ties with both the US and Russia as it seeks to clinch a trade deal with President Donald Trump and bring down tariff rates of 50% https://t.co/emeGDrkFOl ...

Market Trends - The Indian rupee experienced its largest gain in almost four months, recovering from near a record low [1] - The rupee's rebound is attributed to optimism surrounding a potential trade agreement between India and the US [1]

Market Outlook - Alternative investments are expected to surge if China and the U S reach a trade agreement [1]

Market Trends - US stock-index rose, indicating a respite after the most significant decline since April [1] - The rise signals a potential easing of tensions after escalated trade disputes between Washington and Beijing [1] Geopolitical Factors - The US President's administration signaled openness to a trade deal [1]

Trade Relations - The EU and the US will collaborate on a new plan for the next phase of their trade deal [1] - The plan aims to avoid Washington's suggestion that the EU roll back regulations criticized by Trump [1]

Trade Agreement - The US and Japan will continue implementing their trade deal [1] Geopolitical Landscape - Japan is transitioning to a new leader [1]

Trade Relations - A trade deal would benefit both Canada and the United States [1] - Such a deal could be unpopular for the Canadian prime minister [1]

US demands for concessions have thrown the EU-US trade deal agreed this summer into jeopardy https://t.co/7gjsVurGHT ...

Trade Deal Concerns - The EU is concerned that new US trade demands are undermining the trade deals previously agreed upon [1] - The original deal, sealed in July, included a 15% tariff ceiling on most goods [2] - There is fear that the US wants to alter the terms of the trade deal, particularly regarding digital regulation [3] Key Issues of Contention - US governments, especially during Donald Trump's administration, have viewed EU regulation on big tech as excessively burdensome [3] - EU environmental laws, specifically those related to climate, are also emerging as a point of concern [4] - EU ambassadors in Brussels are expected to be briefed on discussions with the US side regarding these issues [3]

There's just months to get this trade deal done, writes @mihirssharma. India and the EU need to get to get to know each other better, and quickly (via @opinion) https://t.co/vxDo3hvJNM ...