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JPMorgan's Dimon Urges Trump: Negotiate to Avoid Trade War

4/16/2025

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon urged President Trump to negotiate with China on tariffs to prevent a global trade war.
He highlighted the importance of robust economic relationships and warned that uncertainty could damage US credibility.
Dimon expressed concerns that Trump's tariff policies might lead to economic turbulence.
Despite his concerns, he remains optimistic about the US economy but stresses the need for prompt negotiations.

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon urged President Trump to negotiate with China on tariffs to prevent a global trade war.
He highlighted the importance of robust economic relationships and warned that uncertainty could damage US credibility.
Dimon expressed concerns that Trump's tariff policies might lead to economic turbulence.
Despite his concerns, he remains optimistic about the US economy but stresses the need for prompt negotiations.