Impact of President Trump's Tariffs on Stock Markets

SOURCE www.npr.org
U.S. stock markets dropped on Monday due to fears of economic devastation from President Trump's tariffs. Trillions of dollars have been wiped out in global stock markets since the tariffs were announced. Major investment banks have cut economic forecasts, with the probability of a recession rising. Some high-profile figures are criticizing Trump's tariff policies.

Key Points

  • Stock markets dropped on Monday due to fears of economic devastation from President Trump's tariffs
  • Trillions of dollars wiped out in global stock markets since tariffs announced
  • Major investment banks cutting economic forecasts with rising recession probability
  • Some high-profile figures criticizing Trump's tariff policies

Cons

  • Fears of economic devastation from tariffs
  • Trillions of dollars wiped out in global stock markets
  • Probability of recession rising
  • Criticism of Trump's tariff policies