TOKYO -- Stocks tied closely to the Chinese market are falling across the world, as Beijing's efforts to spur consumer spending fall short while concerns of a renewed global trade war mount.
Economic slowdown and Trump tariff threat squeeze market confidence

Sluggish spending in China is seen as a risk for companies that rely heavily on the market, including Louis Vuitton parent LVMH. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)
TOKYO -- Stocks tied closely to the Chinese market are falling across the world, as Beijing's efforts to spur consumer spending fall short while concerns of a renewed global trade war mount.