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Trump’s Trade Wars Spark Fresh US Recession Fears | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

May 20, 2025

The Trump administration’s escalating trade confrontations are fuelling fears of an economic downturn in the U.S. A recent survey places the chance of recession at 36%, with some experts predicting it could be as high as 60%. Inflation is climbing, growth is slowing, and business confidence is slipping. Yet while the global economy braces for impact, India appears less exposed — with only 2% of its exports tied to the U.S. As America risks isolation, can India remain a rare bright spot in Asia?

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