White House on reports that Trump and Xi are considering a deal to allow China to invest USD 1tln in the US to build factories on American soil- "baseless and false.", via News Nation

The White House's outright rejection of reports about a potential $1 trillion investment deal between Trump and Xi is significant, as it underscores the current tensions surrounding foreign investments and national security concerns.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 12 May 2026, 16:56 UTCOn the live feed at 16:36 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Full Post: "White House on reports that Trump and Xi are considering a deal to allow China to invest $1 trillion in the US to build factories on American soil- "baseless and false." "While the Administration is always seeking more investment into America’s industrial resurgence, any notion that we would ever compromise our national security is baseless and false.” – WH Spokesman Kush Desai tells me"

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This denial could reinforce market sentiment against Chinese engagement in U.S. infrastructure, impacting related equities and sectors. Traders should watch how this plays into broader U.S.-China relations and its effects on risk sentiment across various asset classes, particularly in the currencies and commodities markets.

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