Trade negotiations with China "won't go on forever," said Mick Mulvaney, acting White House chief of staff.
The IMF also lowered its expectations for U.S. economic growth for the second time this year, but sees no impending recession.
The IMF chief also warned about corporations' growing pricing power and the potential dangers of monopolies.
Nancy Pelosi may hold the key to a new trade deal's successful passage through Congress.
The president is willing to extend the deadline to raise tariffs if an agreement is in the works.
David Malpass has portrayed the World Bank as too big and inefficient.
China's gradual divestment has not had a notable impact on yields - yet.
China appears to be giving concession to the Trump administration as trade talks continue.
The outlook is perhaps more upbeat than that of many investors who openly fear a U.S-led slowdown taking hold.
The White House trade advisor told bankers and hedge fund managers to stop pushing for a quick trade deal.