Trump Presidency/Scrap Prices

Originally Posted by Scrappah

I'm wondering what it would look like if we got into a conflict with the Chinese.

Maybe a proxy war like Korea where China was backing the North Korean communists and we were backing the Democratic South Koreans ? Vietnam was another one of our proxy wars with the Chinese.

I would really look into what's been going on in the South China Sea. It's a complicated situation that hasn't getting very much news coverage here in the states.
Trump Expected to Take Tough but Brief Action in South China Sea

Can you imagine ? We get into some kind of war with the Chinese. That cuts off all of the Chinese manufactured goods being imported into the U.S. That cuts off all of our exports to China.

That would be a real game changer for our scrap market.

I cannot disagree with any of your points. I am in favor of confronting the Chinese and a trade war would be right up Trump's comfort level. To get to the trade war I think flexing our muscles will force the Chinese to back off. Although they have the advantage in numbers, the US has the military strength and equipment to force a retreat. Then starts the trade war. The Chinese have much more to loose if trade is suspended. The best thing about Trump is that he is unpredictable and that makes other world leaders hesitate. It will be an interesting four years, so buckle up and enjoy the ride.

https://www.thebalance.com/u-s-china...utions-3306277

World Military Strength Comparison

I hope this is not considered an attempt to hijack a thread, I think this confrontation will have a huge impact on scrap prices.