Tariffs

Economists agree that a trade war results in losers on all sides. Nevertheless, some take the view that Trump's policies might actually strengthen Europe in some areas.

According to Katharine Neiss, chief economist for Europe at PGIM, the extent to which Germany's more expansive fiscal policy will stimulate growth depends on whether it is accompanied by structural reforms.

The EU Commission has announced punitive tariffs on e-cars produced in China. A thoughtless move with negative side effects.