Trade War Implications for the Economy and Markets

Fallout from the escalating Sino-U.S. trade war is rippling through financial and commodity markets and, if prolonged, could impede growth in both nations.

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Bluford “Blu” Putnam has served as Managing Director and Chief Economist of CME Group since May 2011. With more than 35 years of experience in the financial services industry and concentrations in central banking, investment research, and portfolio management, Blu serves as CME Group’s spokesperson on global economic conditions.

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