The Illusion of Loss: Unveiling the Truth Behind US-China Trade

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This article discusses the trade relationship between China and the United States, highlighting the cost breakdown of a product made in China and sold in the US. It points out that while Chinese factories make minimal profit, American brands, transportation companies, and retailers gain significantly more. The article also mentions that China often invests its earnings from trade into US Treasury bonds, effectively lending money back to the US government. It concludes by noting that despite the US benefiting from global trade, it often perceives itself as being at a disadvantage, leading to trade disputes.