US markets stumble amid rising stagflation and recession concerns

Recent economic commentary outlines turbulent market conditions marked by slowing growth, inflationary pressures, and fears of stagflation. The pieces detail weakening performance in key sectors, rising treasury yields, and overall uncertainty affecting both investors and consumers.

4617 reuters.com / Wall Street closes out bruising quarter as outlook remains murky

Wall Street ended a tumultuous quarter as record highs gave way to a 4.6% correction amid tariff and policy fears. Despite tech giants (the Magnificent Seven) dropping roughly 16% on average, the volatility gauge remains below 30, hinting the worst may be yet to come.

4573 qz.com / Why sector rotation ETFs are beating traditional portfolios, according to a fund manager

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4545 qz.com / The ETF strategy built to thrive during market volatility, according to a fund manager

4471 zerohedge.com / Economic Pain? Market Concerns About the US Economy May Be Exaggerated

Investor fears over US corrections, tariffs, and spending cuts may be exaggerated. Despite headline volatility, core indicators show real expansion and strong jobs. Measures to reduce overspending, debt, and inflation signal long-term economic stability.

4371 qz.com / Magnificent 7 stocks slide as Trump tariff fears rattle markets again

The market’s highest-performing tech stocks, the Magnificent 7, mostly slid on Monday amid worries over President Donald Trump’s tariffs.Read more...

4286 zerohedge.com / Baffle 'Em With Bullshit 'Soft' Survey Data Continues As Tariff Terror Spreads

Chicago's manufacturing PMI shows mixed signals: Chicago data rose above expectations despite contraction, while Dallas' PMI plunged, driven largely by tariff fears that fuel uncertainty and rising costs, even as steady orders and recent capacity investments suggest potential medium-term resilience.

4287 zerohedge.com / Traders Are Liberating Themselves From Their Stock Holdings

Traders are ditching stocks amid fears Trump may impose higher, universal tariffs. As US tariffs prompt market declines, European leaders debate independence and unified strategy, even as conflicting national interests and higher borrowing costs complicate the response.

4262 qz.com / Magnificent 7 stocks slide amid Trump tariff worries

The market’s highest-performing tech stocks all slid on Monday morning amid worries over President Donald Trump’s tariffs.Read more...

4290 zerohedge.com / "Brace Yourself For A Crazy Week Ahead"

Markets brace for a rough week as US, European, and Asian stocks fall amid tariff fears, mixed economic data, and key political events ahead of "Liberation Day." Tariff hikes could sharply raise US rates, adding uncertainty to economic growth.

4263 qz.com / The Magnificent 7, automakers, Moderna, Warner Bros. Discovery, U.S. Bancorp: Stocks to watch today

Stocks fell on Monday after the Wall Street Journal reported that President Donald Trump has pushed his team to be more aggressive on tariffs in recent days. The S&P 500 fell 1.3%, the Nasdaq Composite 2.2%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average 0.6% as of 9:54 a.m. EDT.Read more...

4172 qz.com / Bitcoin, Ether, Ghibli meme coins, and more cryptocurrencies to watch this week

Tariffs are shaking markets, affecting alt currency investors thought to be insulated. Simultaneously, meme coin creators are cashing in on a Studio Ghibli-style AI art trend, while discussions over Ether’s role alongside Bitcoin persist.

4180 zerohedge.com / Futures, Global Markets Tumble On Tariff Tiff, Gold Soars To New Record High

Global markets tumbled amid US tariff threats and rising geopolitical risks. Equities fell globally while gold hit record highs, investors braced for economic slowdown as Trump's sweeping tariffs and trade uncertainties weighed on sentiment.

4102 zerohedge.com / Gold's Gains Are A Vote Of No Confidence In The 'Hyper-Levered Global House Of Cards'

Gold's soaring price signals a collapse of confidence in a hyper-leveraged, fraudulent financial system. Bill Holter warns that cutting off dubious cash flows (DOGE) will expose systemic corruption and could trigger a global economic breakdown.

4271 reuters.com / S&P 500, Nasdaq at over six-month lows as tariffs spark recession fears

U.S. stocks hit six-month lows as worries over Trump's imminent tariff plans spark recession fears. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow fell sharply, with tech stocks hit hardest, while gold and bonds rallied amid a broad market selloff.

4082 axios.com / BlackRock's Larry Fink treads cautiously in letter that shies from politics

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink reassures investors that economic anxiety will pass. He avoids overt politics while promoting a shift to private market investments and a diversified 50/30/20 portfolio, warning that rising deficits could threaten U.S. dollar dominance.

4033 axios.com / Stocks in Asia slide as Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs loom

Trump announced upcoming reciprocal tariffs targeting all countries to protect US industries, dubbed "Liberation Day." Details remain scarce, and the tariffs have triggered retaliatory measures by the EU, China, and Canada, impacting Asian stock markets and stoking stagflation concerns.

4019 qz.com / Goldman Sachs raises its recession odds as Trump sounds more hawkish on tariffs

Trump has turned more hawkish on trade, hinting at upcoming tariffs after initially downplaying them, while Goldman Sachs economists have raised the forecasted recession odds over the next year.

4026 reuters.com / Stocks skid, bonds rally as tariffs stoke recession risk

Trump's broad tariff threat sparked global market panic, with fears of a trade war and recession. Risk assets plunged while investors moved to bonds, yen, and gold, as economists warned U.S. growth might falter and inflation could rise amid tightening trade policies.

3853 axios.com / The s-word rippling through Wall Street and Main Street

Stagflation looms as growth stalls, inflation rises, and consumers foresee worsening jobs and prices. This 1970s-style mix narrows policy options and boosts market fears amid economic uncertainty.

3821 qz.com / The 10 least stressed states in America

Americans have a lot of stressors on their minds these days — from talk of a coming recession to continued inflation to gun violence. Plus, 77% of adults report being stressed about the future of the country. But, in some states, the daily stressors aren’t bogging people down. Read more...

3810 reuters.com / Markets in Q1: Everything's been Trumped!

Turbulent markets follow Trump’s return, spurring a gold rally and a $2T loss among tech giants. Recession fears replace trade worries as US Treasuries perform well, European and Japanese yields rise, and emerging market currencies gain amid ongoing volatility.

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