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Nvidia, AMD to Pay 15% for US-China Chip Licenses

8/12/2025

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Nvidia, AMD Pay Taxes

Nvidia and AMD are set to pay the US government 15% of their semiconductor sales to China in exchange for export licenses. This strategic move seeks to bolster US dominance in AI while navigating complex trade relations. Yet, rising security concerns and China's uncertain demand for these chips could pose challenges in this delicate balance.

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India Faces Tariff Hit

India's exports to the US are set to take a hit, facing a staggering 25% reciprocal tariff that impacts 55% of total exports, as revealed by Finance Minister Pankaj Chaudhary. Union Minister Rajnath Singh condemned the US's 50% tariffs on Indian goods, linked to India's oil purchases from Russia, leaving trade negotiations in limbo.

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Nvidia, AMD Pay Taxes

Nvidia and AMD are set to pay the US government 15% of their semiconductor sales to China in exchange for export licenses. This strategic move seeks to bolster US dominance in AI while navigating complex trade relations. Yet, rising security concerns and China's uncertain demand for these chips could pose challenges in this delicate balance.

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