China's Retaliation Possible: Pentagon Targets Top Tech Firms

China's commerce ministry expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Pentagon's recent update to its restricted list, which includes major firms like Alibaba (BABA), Baidu (BIDU), BYD (BYDDF), and NIO (NIO). This list, part of U.S. national security measures, prevents the Defense Department from contracting with these companies starting in 2027. The update reflects escalating geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China, raising concerns about potential retaliation from Beijing. Chinese officials emphasized the need for fair treatment of firms, indicating a precarious balance in U.S.-China relations.