Wall Street Falls as Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Sparks Tariff Fears; Nasdaq Drops Over 1.7%
March 31, 2025: U.S. stock markets extended their decline on Monday morning amid rising anxiety over potential trade disruptions linked to former President Donald Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” on April 2, when new tariffs are expected to be announced.
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By 10:10 AM ET, all three major indices were trading in the red:
The losses reflect investor unease ahead of Trump’s pledge to impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. trading partners, raising fears of retaliatory measures and economic slowdown.
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Goldman Sachs responded to the latest developments by raising the probability of a U.S. recession to 35% (up from 20%), and slashed its year-end forecast for the S&P 500. The firm also anticipates additional rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in response to weakening economic signals.
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The bond market reflected this sentiment, with the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield dropping from 4.27% on Friday to 4.21%, as investors sought safer assets.
Tech and pharma stocks were hit hardest:
In the pharmaceutical sector, a major shake-up in the FDA’s vaccine division spooked investors:
United Airlines shares tumbled 6.9% after reports that Canadian travelers were reducing trips to the U.S. due to expected tariff hikes — signaling potential trouble for the broader tourism and airline industries.
With “Liberation Day” looming on April 2, global markets remain on edge. Investors will be closely watching for:
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