In this week's financial news, increased trade tensions between the U.S. and China affected global financial markets, particularly the Australian market. The ASX200 index fell by 5.4 points due to escalating tariffs between the two superpowers, causing concern among investors about a potential trade war. The energy sector saw substantial decreases, despite some companies such as Pro Medicus pushing through. Meanwhile, the Australian dollar decreased by 0.67%. Major companies like BHP and Rio Tinto experienced significant declines, along with leading banks. With trade tensions on the rise and retaliation from affected countries likely, the future financial landscape is filled with uncertainty. The continuing trade disputes promise to impact markets further in the upcoming week. For personal and business loan advice, tune in to financialservicesonline.com.au.n