Tariffs & Trillions: Global Markets Spiral

📉 Tensions between the U.S. and China hit new highs as the White House confirms a new round of sweeping tariffs, sending global markets into disarray. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq plunged, oil prices collapsed, and bond yields fell sharply—all signs of investor panic.

Adding fuel to the fire, President Trump announced a record-breaking $1 trillion defense budget, the first of its kind in U.S. history. While some hail it as a show of strength, others warn it could destabilize fiscal priorities and intensify global unrest.

📉 In Asia, markets tumbled, with sharp losses in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia.
🌏 ASEAN nations seek, clarity from Washington, as the tariff escalation threatens their export-driven economies and financial stability.

🎢 Amid the chaos, one bright spot emerged: the UK secured a deal with Universal Studios to build a massive new theme park projected to generate £50 billion in economic value and create thousands of jobs.

As economic uncertainty deepens and geopolitical tensions rise, the global system appears more fragmented than ever, with moments of optimism flickering through the fog.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Introduction
00:12 Tariff War Escalates With China | $1 Trillion US Military Spending
05:28 Asian Markets Plunge | SE Asia Moves
09:36 UK Universal Theme Park

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🧠 Why It Matters:

We’re not just watching another trade skirmish—we’re seeing a reshaping of global economics. With tariffs escalating, military spending skyrocketing, and financial markets panicking, the balance of power is shifting. Meanwhile, local wins like the UK’s Universal deal show that not every headline spells doom—but agility and awareness are now essential for survival.

🏷️ TAGS:

#Tariff War #Military Budget #Market Panic #Asia Markets #UK Theme Park #WBN News Leaks