AmCham Shanghai on Tariff Risks

The video discusses the impact of the US election on business sentiment in China, focusing on the uncertainties surrounding tariffs and investment planning. It highlights strategies businesses use to navigate these uncertainties, such as building resiliency and planning for currency depreciation. The discussion also covers the effects of US policies on US-China business relations, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new regulations while recognizing the opportunities in the Chinese market.

What was a primary focus of the Trump administration's policies as discussed in the video?

• Healthcare reform

• Environmental regulations

• Domestic issues like inflation and immigration

• International trade agreements

How are businesses advised to handle investment planning in uncertain times?

• Invest all funds immediately

• Wait for complete certainty before investing

• Build flexibility into investment plans

• Focus only on short-term gains

What is one potential benefit of the renminbi's depreciation for businesses?

• Decreased operational costs

• Higher export activity

• Increased import costs

• Reduced local funding opportunities

What strategy are businesses using to reduce dependency on vulnerable supply chains?

• Ignoring geopolitical risks

• Increasing sea freight dependencies

• Localizing supply chains

• Relying solely on international suppliers

What is a key concern for businesses regarding tariffs?

• The influence on healthcare costs

• The effect on environmental policies

• The impact on local employment

• The exact products that will be tariffed

How have US policies affected trust in US-China business relations?

• They have increased trust significantly

• They have had no impact on trust

• They have caused a major reset in trust levels

• They have eliminated trust completely

Why do companies still value the China market despite challenges?

• It is the only market available

• It offers a highly innovative ecosystem

• It has no regulatory requirements

• It guarantees immediate profits