US-China Tariff Rollback: Temporary Relief or Corporate Opportunity?

US and China Agree to Roll Back Tariffs – A Temporary Truce? On May 12th, 2025, the US and China reached a temporary agreement to roll back tariffs. While this move is presented as a positive step, concerns remain about its potential impact. The agreement, lasting 90 days, has sparked debate among economists and analysts. Some believe it provides needed relief, while others are skeptical, citing the possibility that corporations will use this opportunity to inflate prices. "I don't think these blanket tariffs are going to help anyone anyway," said one commentator, echoing concerns about past corporate responses to economic shifts. The temporary nature of the agreement adds another layer of uncertainty, leaving the future of trade relations between the two economic giants unclear. The stock market, already volatile, is expected to continue its fluctuating behavior in response to this evolving situation. The coming weeks will be critical in determining the long-term effects of this temporary tariff suspension.