Trump’s trade war escalates: Theme of the Week

Bloomberg Opinion Today

While Uber Technologies Inc.'s IPO might have been top of mind for many investors, the excitement (and disappointment) was arguably overshadowed by the increasing threat of an all-out trade war between the U.S. and China. Talks between the two sides — which President Donald Trump called "candid and constructive" — ended without a resolution. The president's declaration came on the same day his administration hiked tariffs on Chinese goods, an outcome companies and consumers, fearing retribution from China as well, had hoped would not come to pass. As the months-long dispute appears to have no end in sight, how will markets and investors adapt to a new reality? Bloomberg Opinion writers took an extensive look this week at the economic and political repercussions.

There's Nowhere to Hide From Trump's Trade War – Stephen Gandel

Trump Says No Rush on Trade Talks. Really? – Brooke Sutherland and Sarah Halzack

The U.S. and China May Not Want a Deal After All – David Fickling

Put an End to This Reckless Trade Dispute – Bloomberg editors

This Is the Wrong Way to Deal With China – Andrew Browne

No U.S. Manufacturer Asked for More Tariffs – Brooke Sutherland

Trump's Trade Threats Hurt the U.S. More Than China – David Fickling

Trade Fears Threaten the Best Stocks in the U.S. – Stephen Gandel

Corporate Bonds Aren't Worried About a Trade War – Brian Chappatta

The Dollar Dictates China's Need for a Trade Deal – Christopher Balding

Trade Talks Are Foundering on Mistrust and Arrogance – David Fickling

Trade Talks Have Two Key Implications for Markets – Komal Sri-Kumar