The US-China summit ended with what officials called a ’30-for-30′ tariff framework, but analysts described the outcome as underwhelming. The deal was announced after talks concluded this week. Under the framework, both sides agreed to matched tariff adjustments. Details remain thin. Business groups had wanted bigger breakthroughs. They got modest steps instead. The summit was closely watched around the world. The two largest economies have been locked in a trade war for years. Tariffs have raised costs for firms and consumers on both sides. The American Action Forum published its takeaways on October 2. It said the results fell short of expectations. Both sides claimed victory in official statements. Markets reacted with caution. Further talks are expected in the coming months. But trust remains low. The trade war is far from over. Trade experts say the real test will be whether either side follows through on the promised adjustments. Both leaders are expected to meet again next year.