Economy

Slowing Chinese Economy Overshadows Trade Tensions for U.S. Businesses

By Economics Desk | January 16, 2026

U.S. companies operating in China now see Beijing’s economic slowdown as a bigger threat than ongoing trade tensions—raising urgent questions about Washington’s strategy and America’s economic sovereignty.

The latest survey from the American Chamber of Commerce in China reveals a striking shift in the worries haunting U.S. businesses abroad: slowing growth in China is now their top concern, surpassing even the headline-grabbing trade frictions between Washington and Beijing.Are We Ignoring the Bigger Threat to American Prosperity?Of the 368 companies surveyed, nearly two-thirds flagged China's faltering economy as their paramount challenge, while just over half cited trade tensions. This is no trivial detail; it signals that despite high-profile tariff battles and diplomatic standoffs, what truly threatens these enterprises—and by extension our national economic interests—is a faltering Chinese market.This...

This is Exclusive Content for Subscribers

Join our community of patriots to read the full story and get access to all our exclusive analysis.

View Subscription Plans