Stock markets take hit as China slaps U.S. with tariffs

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It was a rough day for North American stock markets, with big drops across the board after China slapped the U.S. with new tariffs. The tariffs apply to more than 100 U.S. products including pork — a move designed to target U.S. President Donald Trump where it hurts: his voting base.

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