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Economy and Trading International Business and Trade

Trump’s China Tariff War Sparks Unprecedented Stock Surges in Food and Agriculture Sectors

Three unexpected stocks are skyrocketing amid renewed trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Pinnacle Food Group Limited surged over 77%, while Sadot Group Inc. jumped 87% and Australian Oilseeds Holdings Limited exploded over 260% in midday trading, according to market analysis.

Unexpected Stock Surges Amid Trade Tensions

Three relatively unknown companies experienced extraordinary stock price increases during Wednesday trading sessions, reportedly driven by the escalating trade war between former President Trump and China. According to market analysis, Pinnacle Food Group Limited (PFAI) shares were up over 77%, Sadot Group Inc. (SDOT) gained over 87%, and Australian Oilseeds Holdings Limited (COOT) saw an unprecedented rise exceeding 260% at midday.

by Ethan Reynolds PhDOctober 15, 2025

Economy and Trading International Business and Trade

Treasury Yields Decline Amid U.S.-China Trade Tensions, Government Shutdown Impact

Treasury yields dipped slightly as markets weighed escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China, including threats of a cooking oil embargo and new sanctions. The ongoing government shutdown has also delayed key economic data, leaving investors navigating uncertainty.

Treasury yields moved modestly lower in recent trading sessions, reflecting investor caution amid evolving trade developments and domestic political uncertainties. One basis point equals 0.01%, and it’s crucial to remember that yields and prices move in opposite directions, a fundamental relationship in bond markets. This movement comes as market participants digest a complex mix of international trade disputes and the economic implications of a prolonged U.S. government shutdown.

U.S.-China Trade Tensions Escalate with New Threats and Sanctions

by Ethan Reynolds PhDOctober 15, 2025

International Business and Trade Policy

China Rare Earth Restrictions Threaten U.S. Defense Industry and Trade Relations

China’s new restrictions on rare earth exports for military use threaten critical U.S. defense systems including F-35 jets and submarines. With China controlling over 90% of global rare earth refining, the move gives Beijing significant leverage in trade negotiations.

China’s sweeping restrictions on rare earth exports specifically targeting foreign military applications represent a significant escalation in trade tensions that could severely impact U.S. defense capabilities and potentially reignite a broader trade war between the world’s two largest economies. The October 9 announcement from China’s Ministry of Commerce marks the first time Beijing has explicitly prohibited rare earth exports for defense purposes, creating immediate vulnerabilities for American weapons systems that depend on these critical materials.