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Trump Tariff Sell-Off Deepens 4/4/25
Apr 4, 2025
Jeremy Siegel, Professor Emeritus at Wharton and Chief Economist at Wisdom Tree, critiques Trump's tariffs as a monumental policy blunder. He emphasizes the resulting economic turbulence and warns of a recession. Senators Maria Cantwell and Chuck Grassley discuss a bipartisan effort to limit presidential trade power, stressing the need for congressional oversight. CEO Nick Pinchuk shares insights on the complexities facing manufacturers under these tariffs, highlighting the urgent need for a cultural shift towards valuing American production.
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- China's 34% retaliatory tariff on U.S. goods may trigger a trade war, risking significant declines in the stock market and global economy.
- Efforts by Senators Cantwell and Grassley to limit presidential tariff authority reflect bipartisan concerns about economic stability amidst rising trade tensions.
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Market Response to Tariffs
The U.S. stock market is anticipated to experience significant declines following China’s announcement of retaliatory tariffs on American goods. China plans to impose a 34% tariff on U.S. products, coinciding with President Trump’s recent implementation of similar tariffs on Chinese imports. This escalation raises concerns over a potential trade war, with experts fearing it could lead to a global recession. Market reactions have been swift, with noticeable drops in stock futures, highlighting the volatility and uncertainty surrounding ongoing trade negotiations.
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