In today's episode, we delve into the significant declines in U.S. stock markets triggered by new tariffs announced by President Trump. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 have all suffered substantial losses, raising concerns about a potential recession. We explore the widespread impact on various sectors, the pessimistic outlook from economists, and what investors are watching for guidance amidst this economic uncertainty. Join us as we unpack these developments and their far-reaching implications.

Sources:

https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-04032025-11708250

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/politics/president-trump/trump-administration-tariffs-reactions-april-03-2025-live-updates/3807217/

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/04/03/u-s-recession-odds-surge-in-prediction-markets-on-tariff-shock-what-next-for-btc

https://time.com/7274531/trump-tariffs-is-the-us-heading-into-a-recession-stock-market-fears/

https://www.morningstar.com/news/marketwatch/20250403342/recession-fears-roiled-us-markets-after-trumps-tariffs-what-investors-need-to-hear-from-feds-powell-on-friday