Oil in the era of Trump… what could it mean? 

Trump is back, and the threat of tariffs looms large over China’s economy.  

On Wednesday, base and precious metal prices took a dive.  

Resource markets are deeply concerned about Trump’s proposed tariffs and how they will impact China’s manufacturing-led economy. 

But there is a dichotomy to all of this; Trump has also promised to keep inflation low.  

Tariffs will increase the cost of imports for the American consumer, which is inflationary.  

So, which direction will Trump move?