Chinese exports to the United States they cooled in the first half of 2018

Shipments rose 5.4% in the first half of the year, 13.9 percentage points lower than the same period of the previous year.

China's export growth in the United States was significantly reduced in the first half of 2018, according to official data released on Tuesday, indicating that the trade dispute between the two countries may already have implications.

The United States rose [5,4%] in the first half of the year, 13.9 percentage points lower than in the same period last year, according to the United States. General Administration of China Customs in a statement. Website

Chinese exports to the United States in June rose [3,8%] down 23.8% compared to the same month of 2017.

Specific data in the United States they have was published outside the usual time l, with the coming into force of US duties on Chinese imports for US $ 34 billion

There is little sign of relaxation between the two largest economies in the world that can avoid imposition of US duties and an equivalent amount of Chinese tariffs in retaliation this week.

The first lot of 25% levies proposed by the United States will come into force on July 6th. The list of products includes a wide range of machines or mechanical products. Consumer goods, including mobile phones and clothing, will not be affected by rates.