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US Tariffs Hit Canton Fair, Chinese Firms Pivot

4/15/2025

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The Canton Fair in Guangzhou, China's premier trade expo, vividly illustrated the chilling effects of President Trump's 145% tariffs, which have left the US market in a standstill. With over 30,000 exhibitors, many Chinese companies are pivoting to alternative markets as US orders dwindle, resulting in a noticeable decline in overseas buyers, especially from the US and Europe.

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The Canton Fair in Guangzhou, China's premier trade expo, vividly illustrated the chilling effects of President Trump's 145% tariffs, which have left the US market in a standstill. With over 30,000 exhibitors, many Chinese companies are pivoting to alternative markets as US orders dwindle, resulting in a noticeable decline in overseas buyers, especially from the US and Europe.