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Uncertainty Over Tariffs Leads to Wild Swings in Markets
The S&P 500 slipped into bear market territory in early trading but by the end of the day climbed back close to where it opened. President Trump said he would not back off his trade war, ...The New York Times - 2h -
In Response to Trump, E.U. Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs
European Union officials will vet and vote on a list of retaliatory tariffs this week, while contemplating what comes next.The New York Times - 10h -
BlackRock CEO: Economy 'weakening as we speak'
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned Monday that the economy is “weakening as we speak,” amid widespread turmoil in the markets driven by the Trump administration’s sweeping new tariffs. “The economy ...The Hill - 10h -
Volatility grips global stock markets as Trump insists on tariff ‘medicine’
Wall Street swings in and out of red as turmoil from US president’s assault on world trade enters second week. Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies Which ...The Guardian - 9h -
Rubio defends Trump tariffs, says Putin needs to show he ‘wants peace’
Speaking at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters President Trump’s tariffs will “reset” global trade. Rubio also said Russia needs to show it is serious ...NBC News - 3d -
Congress has power over tariffs, but stopping Trump isn't likely as of now
Stock market indices have sharply fallen on the heels of President Trump imposing higher tariffs on more than 180 countries.CNBC - 3d -
Dow closes 349 points lower after roller coaster trading amid tariff fallout
President Donald Trump's tariffs stoked fears of a wider global trade war.ABC News - 7h -
Markets plunge as trade war escalates
Over the past two days, more than $5 trillion of wealth has been erased from the U.S. stock market as investors react to the tariffs announced by President Trump. China’s retaliatory move today ...NBC News - 3d -
What Trump and his administration have said about the tariffs policy currently roiling global markets
President Donald Trump has proposed sweeping tariffs targeting U.S. trading partners, including a 10% across-the-board baseline tariff that went into effect Saturday.NBC News - 9h -
2 Senate Republicans urge Trump to take EU tariff deal
A pair of Senate Republicans on Monday urged President Trump to accept the European Union’s offer of “zero-for-zero tariffs” on cars and industrial goods amid the administration's growing trade ...The Hill - 11h -
How do you price the risk of ‘economic nuclear winter’? The market hasn’t a clue | Nils Pratley
While US bosses look terrified of being labelled unpatriotic over Trump’s tariffs, stock markets are trading on guesswork. Volatility grips global stock markets as Trump insists on tariff ...The Guardian - 11h -
Trump Officials Warn of Tariff Pain as Price Increases Loom and Stocks Tumble
The president’s aides insist the fallout will be short and ultimately result in a better economy, as economists warn of higher inflation and slower growth.The New York Times - 3d -
Donald Trump says he is not looking at pausing tariffs as US markets close after rocky day – business live
US president, when asked about considering a pause in global tariffs, says ‘We’re not looking at that’. Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies Volatility grips ...The Guardian - 8h -
Trump says he’s not looking at a pause on tariffs
President Trump on Monday said he’s not considering a pause on tariffs, following an unconfirmed report earlier in the day that he was considering a 90-day pause, which caused the stock market to ...The Hill - 9h -
U.S. crude oil losses deepen as Trump tariffs fuel recession fears
U.S. oil prices dropped below $60 a barrel as the global market sell-off on recession fears fueled by President Donald Trump's tariffs escalated.CNBC - 10h -
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says Trump tariffs will boost inflation, slow an already weakening U.S. economy
Jamie Dimon is the first Wall Street CEO to publicly address President Trump's sweeping tariff policy as global markets tumble.CNBC - 15h -
Some Calm Returns to Asian Markets Even as Trade Tensions Escalate
Stocks rise in China after Beijing announces support measures a day after market plunges triggered by tariffs imposed by President Trump.The New York Times - 2h -
As Markets Plunge Over Trump Tariffs, All Is Calm on Fox News
There is no onscreen stock ticker. One anchor reassured viewers that “President Trump is keeping another campaign promise.”The New York Times - 3d -
Trump Is Defiant as Tariff Moves Roil Markets a Second Day
After China announced new retaliatory measures against the United States, President Trump responded that Beijing “PLAYED IT WRONG.”The New York Times - 2d -
Defense stocks abruptly stem losses as Trump’s tariffs wreak havoc on global markets
European defense giants whipsawed on Monday, abruptly paring losses as investors continue to grapple with a broad stock market downturn.CNBC - 16h -
Billionaire financiers lambast Trump tariffs
Alarm at market turmoil prompts even allies of the president to speak outFinancial Times - 10h -
Stock market whipsaws as Trump makes new China threat
It was a roller-coaster day in stocks as panic selling subsided, while President Trump threatened to hit China with a 50% tariff.CBS News - 1h -
‘A lot of red:’ Markets fall again following Trump tariff announcement
President Trump is doing little to calm investors as analysts at JPMorgan warn of a global recession. NBC News Correspondents Yamiche Alcindor and Brian Cheung, CNBC Reporter Steve Liesman and ...NBC News - 3d -
Stocks fall after day of wild swings as markets digest Trump's tariff reality
Wall Street ended largely lower Monday after a wild trading day as President Donald Trump escalated his trade war with aggressive tariffs that have rocked the global economy, leaving investors -- ...NBC News - 1d -
Trump Says Tariffs Will Stay Until Trade Deficit Disappears
The president said he would not quickly reverse last week’s steep tariffs, which have sparked pushback and roiled markets.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump threatens additional 50% tariffs on China over retaliatory levies
President poised to further impose taxes after Beijing announced a 34% tariff on US imports as global markets fall. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has threatened to impose an ...The Guardian - 6h -
Dave Portnoy dubs stock market tumble 'Orange Monday'
Barstool Sports owner and internet personality Dave Portnoy mocked President Trump over major losses the stock market took Monday in response to the new sweeping tariffs his administration ...The Hill - 14h -
White House dismisses rumor that led markets to jump: 'Fake News'
The White House pushed back on the idea that President Trump is considering a 90-day pause on tariffs as “fake news” after it spread on social media and caused the stock market to jump. “Wrong. ...The Hill - 14h -
Trump shows no signs of backing off tariffs
The White House showed no signs Monday of backing off its implementation of sweeping tariffs on dozens of other nations, even as its approach rattled financial markets and raised the specter of an ...The Hill - 8h -
3 strategies to keep your money safe amid market volatility
Many investors are wondering how to keep their money safe. Financial advisors suggest strategies to manage through the market volatility.CNBC - 9h -
How Trump's tariffs rollout turned into stock market mayhem
What's happened is something worse than the worst-case scenario.CNBC - 2d -
FirstFT: Global market rout over Trump tariffs continues
Also in today’s newsletter, UK to water down private equity rules and Marine Le Pen denounces “witch-hunt”Financial Times - 19h -
What Trump's post on possible tariff talks reveals about the market's psyche
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - 11h -
Trump threatens extra 50% tariff on China in day of wild market swings
US president sticks with plan to ‘reset’ global trade but sends mixed signals about negotiationsFinancial Times - 6h -
Why Asian markets are seeing such steep falls
Asian markets from Tokyo to Sydney plunged amid increasing fears of a global economic downturn.BBC News - 19h -
Wall Street Is Bowing Out of Trump’s Tariff Uncertainty
The stock market just saw more than $6 trillion in value wiped out.Inc. - 17h -
Trump says he is ‘not looking’ at a pause in tariffs to allow trade negotiations
Markets swing as Washington says it will kick off trade talks with JapanFinancial Times - 5h -
China vows ‘fight to the end’ after Trump threatens extra 50% tariff
Beijing and Washington swap warnings of additional trade retaliation as markets rebound in AsiaFinancial Times - 16m -
Bond yields tank around the world as investors take cover amid equity rout
Bonds are acting as a safe haven amid wider market turmoil — though the rally may not prove sustainable.CNBC - 12h