Xi Hosts Trump in Beijing Amid Trade Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted former U.S. President Donald Trump in Beijing, marking a rare high-level engagement amid ongoing geopolitical and trade tensions. The meeting is likely to influence market perceptions of U.S.-China relations, particularly with respect to trade policy and tariff regimes under a potential second Trump administration. Equity and currency markets in China, along with U.S. sectors sensitive to trade—such as technology and industrials—are particularly exposed to shifts in bilateral sentiment. The dialogue may affect capital flows and risk appetite toward emerging market assets, especially if signals emerge about de-escalation or renewed negotiations. Traders will watch upcoming U.S. inflation data and Chinese manufacturing PMI for signs of economic momentum that could shape the trajectory of trade and monetary policy discussions.

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