US Economy Shrinks 0.2% in Q1 Amid Trade Tensions

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US Economy Shrinks 0.2% in Q1 Amid Trade Tensions
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The US economy contracted in the first quarter due to trade impacts and reduced household spending, while Canada benefited from export surges, and India experienced stronger-than-expected growth. Europe faces challenges with business pessimism in China and slowing inflation, and Asia's traditional export model is under threat as US trade policies shift. Japan lost its status as the world's largest creditor nation, and emerging markets show mixed economic signals.

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