Global stocks slide as fears grow over tariffs and US economy
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US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening
All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...The Guardian - 6d -
Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy
Confidence dropped 10% from January to the lowest level since late 2023.MarketWatch - 6d -
US stocks post worst slide in two months on gloomy economic data
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Why President Trump is pursuing a 'sledgehammer' approach with tariffs and global trade deals
President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff plans covering many key economic allies and trading partners of the U.S. has support by the numbers.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
It’s Trump’s economy now — and businesses are anxious about tariffs and Washington upheaval
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Here are all the Trump tariffs hitting the economy in the coming weeks
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U.S. Economy Shows Signs of Strain From Trump’s Tariffs and Spending Cuts
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Economists say Trump tariff threats, DOGE job cuts are 'chilling' the economy
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European stocks fall after Trump’s tariff warnings
US president has threatened 25% duties on EU imports as well as levies on other major trading partnersFinancial Times - 19h -
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‘I have fear of financial insecurity’: I’m 58, recently widowed with $1 million saved for retirement. What if the economy tanks?
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2-year Treasury yield slides to lowest since October on more tariff talk from Trump
U.S. government debt rallied on more tariff threats by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, reigniting economic fears and sending the policy-sensitive 2-year Treasury yield to its lowest level in ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Redrawing of global energy markets map set to heap benefits on US
The prospects of peace and the return of Russian gas looks likely to serve the interests of Donald Trump. The Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine three years ago has reverberated through the global ...The Guardian - 5d -
Alibaba makes AI video generation model free to use globally
Open-source AI tech has been thrown into the spotlight since Chinese firm DeepSeek rattled global markets in January.CNBC - 2d -
Bloomin’ Brands’ stock slides to pre-pandemic levels as revenue misses for a sixth straight quarter
The parent company of Outback Steakhouse swings to a loss and offered soft guidance for 2025 amid continued pressure on fast-casual dining.MarketWatch - 1d -
Wall Street sees major drop amid concerns over slowing economy
Wall Street saw a dramatic drop on Friday with the Dow Jones plunging nearly 750 points, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling sharply amid fears of a slowing economy and stubborn inflation. CNBC’s ...NBC News - 6d -
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Divide with key allies grows over Trump deal that favors Russia
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Steve Cohen says tariffs and DOGE's cuts are negative for economy, market correction could be soon
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Rare Protest at U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Reflects Fears Over Trump
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Jim Cramer lists stocks that could withstand the impact of Trump's tariffs
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday opined on the market instability caused by some of President Donald Trump's tariff decisions.CNBC - 13h -
Japanese auto sector’s $18bn Mexico bet grows risky under Trump tariff threat
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Consumer confidence dips in Trump's first month as tariff threats drive inflation fears
Consumers’ attitude toward the economy dipped during President Trump’s first month in office, according to the University of Michigan’s monthly consumer survey released Friday. Consumer sentiment ...The Hill - 6d -
Oil prices hold at 2025 lows on tariff fears, prospects for end to war in Ukraine
Oil futures settled lower Wednesday, with concerns over the global economic outlook and potential for an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine that could lift sanctions on Moscow prompting prices to ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Tesla Stock Falls 8% as Concerns About Elon Musk’s Political Role Grow
The electric-car maker’s stock has had a bumpy ride since the victory of President Trump, who has given Tesla’s chief, Elon Musk, a role in Washington.The New York Times - 2d -
Extremely fearful stock-market sentiment shows investors scare easily right now
It doesn’t take much to spook stock-market investors in 2025.MarketWatch - 17h -
Huawei's tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs
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US officials have been absent from global climate forums during Trump 2.0
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Trump administration briefing: hundreds fired from US climate agency as Americans feel economy getting worse
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Trump is using tariffs as a blunt-force tool. It won’t work | Mike Williams
The steel industry needs to modernize. Tariffs can help, but the government must go beyond trade policy. Last week, Donald Trump revived a trade war from his first term, implementing a 25% tariff ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
US traders snap up aluminium ahead of Trump tariffs
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