Global Markets Plunge as Trump Unveils Unprecedented Import Tariffs
U.S. stock markets suffered their worst decline in five years following President Trump's announcement of sweeping new import tariffs affecting major trading partners. The dramatic policy shift threatens to disrupt global trade and push economies toward recession, with tariffs ranging from 10% to 46% on imported goods.
Global Markets Tumble as Trump's 'Liberation Day' Trade Policy Looms
Stock markets worldwide face turbulence as investors brace for Trump's imminent 'Liberation Day' trade policy changes, with major indices recording significant losses. Safe-haven assets surge while Goldman Sachs raises recession probability to 35% amid concerns over planned reciprocal tariffs.
Consumer Confidence Hits 12-Year Low as Americans Brace for Economic Uncertainty
U.S. consumer confidence plunged to its lowest level since 2012, with the Conference Board's index dropping 7.2 points amid inflation concerns and trade policy shifts. Major retailers like Walmart and Target are already seeing impacts, while business leaders grow increasingly pessimistic about recession risks.
Trump's Mexico Tariff Delay Fails to Calm Nervous Markets
President Trump announces one-month postponement of 25% Mexican import tariffs despite progress on border security and drug trafficking. Markets continue downward trend as trade tensions escalate with Canada and economic experts warn of inflation risks.
U.S. Consumer Spending Dips as Inflation Edges Higher in January
U.S. consumer spending unexpectedly fell 0.2% in January amid severe winter weather, while inflation showed a modest uptick with PCE rising 0.3%. The mixed economic signals come as markets anticipate potential Federal Reserve rate cuts by mid-year.
Market Turmoil: Dow Suffers Worst Single-Day Drop of 2025 as Trump Tariff Fears Mount
Wall Street experienced a dramatic selloff with the Dow plunging 748 points amid concerns over proposed Trump administration tariffs and worrying economic data. Consumer sentiment hit lows while inflation expectations reached a 28-year high, driving investors toward defensive sectors.
Yuan Weakens Amid US-China Trade Tensions While Yen Strengthens
Chinese currency faces downward pressure as Beijing announces retaliatory measures against US tariffs, highlighting growing market uncertainty. Meanwhile, Chinese tech shows resilience with DeepSeek's new chatbot launch, though trade concerns persist.
SoftBank and Trump Unveil $100 Billion Tech Investment Plan for US
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son and President-elect Trump announced a massive $100 billion investment commitment in US technology projects over four years. The Japanese tech giant aims to create 100,000 new jobs focused on AI and infrastructure, doubling their previous $50 billion pledge.