Vi e w p o i n t | 19 Dec 2025 03:00:00 ET │ 29 pages Global Economics Global Indicators Chartbook (Year-End Edition): The World in Pictures CITI'S TAKE Our global indicators chartbook highlights that the global economy continues to display impressive resilience. The global manufacturing and services PMIs in recent months have posted readings toward the upper part of their ranges of the last few years. Global trade indicators meanwhile continue to shake off the restraining effects of tariffs. Global exports ...

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The US last week released its new National Security Strategy – and it wasn’t good news for Europe. The document – which sets out US foreign policy priorities – blasted Europe for undermining 'political liberty and sovereignty,' de-emphasised the threat from Russia, reframed America’s competition with China and put influence over the western hemisphere at the top of the US agenda. In this episode, FT chief economics commentator Martin Wolf and Nobel laureate Paul Krugman discuss what the impact of this new U ...

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Core Insights - The global trade environment has become increasingly complex, impacting procurement strategies for apparel and textile firms due to ongoing policy uncertainties [1][2] - Tariffs and trade deals significantly influence sourcing decisions and the overall supply chain, affecting raw material availability and consumer spending trends [2] Trade Environment - The trade situation has a direct effect on the entire supply chain, including raw materials, with duties and trade agreements shaping sourcing location choices [2] - A new rule announced in April provides a potential relief from tariff costs, allowing U.S. content to be exempt from duties if at least 20 percent of a product's value is derived from U.S.-produced components [3] Webinar Insights - A webinar is scheduled to discuss the current trade situation and its implications for the industry, particularly focusing on cotton [4] - Key topics will include the latest tariff developments, their impact on fiber and downstream markets, and the implications of ongoing trade deals for cotton production and shipment trends [5] - The session will also cover how importers are leveraging the U.S. content exemption and the factors influencing global cotton pricing, along with a macroeconomic outlook affecting consumer markets [5]

After sharp swings in global trade this year, 2026 looks to be more subdued https://t.co/LZSxbUo4rA ...

The FT’s chief economics commentator Martin Wolf, and Nobel prize-winning economist Paul Krugman sit down to discuss Maga Man, Trump’s promise to restore a ‘masculine’ economy, and what Mamdani’s mayoral win tells us about where the US might be heading #martinwolf #paulkrugman #trump #globaleconomy #globaltrade #internationaleconomics #trumptariffs #worldtrade #worldeconomy #economicsystem #usa #washington #eu #china ► Enjoying FT content? Get a daily slice of the very best FT journalism with FT Edit. Free ...

Global Trade & Infrastructure - China's Belt and Road Initiative aims to strengthen global connectivity by modernizing trade routes and securing maritime pathways [6] - Chinese entities have invested over $60 billion in 129 port projects globally [7] - China's dominance in global trade infrastructure is a central pillar of the Belt and Road Initiative [6] - Approximately 80% of global trade is conducted via ships, highlighting the crucial role of ports [4] - Six of the ten busiest ports in the world are located in China, with 95% of the nation's trade done by sea [4] China's Port Investments & Strategic Implications - China has built a network of about 100 ports on every continent except Antarctica, clustered around key maritime chokepoints [3] - 17 of the ports China has invested in have majority Chinese ownership, potentially offering Beijing more leverage [10] - Concerns exist that Chinese port operators could become listening posts, monitoring the economies surrounding these ports [20] - The megaport in Chancay, Peru, is expected to triple agricultural exports of Peru [2] - The initial investment in Chancay was $1.3 billion, with potential for a total investment of $3.5 billion for expansion [14] Geopolitical Concerns & Countermeasures - US officials have criticized the Chinese investment in the Chancay port, raising national security concerns [15][16] - Some suggest the port in Chancay could be dual use, potentially for military activity, which both Peruvian and Chinese officials deny [17] - The US has at least 127 other overseas military bases [20] - The EU has introduced investment screening regulations to make it more difficult for China to buy up critical infrastructure, including ports [24] - Approximately 5% of global trade travels through the Panama Canal, and 40% of US container traffic flows through it [21]

Global Trade & Investment - The U.S dollar's strength or weakness affects global trade [1] - The U.S dollar's strength or weakness affects investments [1] Currency Exchange - The U.S dollar's strength or weakness affects currency exchange [1] Business & Consumer Implications - The U.S dollar's strength or weakness has implications for businesses [1] - The U.S dollar's strength or weakness has implications for consumers [1]