Category: Stocks and Bonds

Inside Trump’s Reversal on Tariffs: From ‘Be Cool!’ to ‘Getting Yippy’

Economic turmoil, particularly a rapid rise in government bond yields, caused President Trump to reverse course on the steep levies.
Stocks Jump in Asia After Trump’s Tariff Reprieve

Markets in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan soar after the U.S. president pauses punishing tariffs. Gains in mainland China were modest as trade hostilities heat up between Washington and Beijing.
Delta Warns Trump’s Trade War Could Lead to a Recession

Delta is one of the largest U.S. companies to warn that the escalating trade war is weighing on its business and the global economy.
What Is a Bear Market? Are We in One?

A bear market occurs when stocks fall 20 percent from a recent peak. As global markets continue their meltdown, here’s what it means for your money and the economy.
U.S. Bond Sell-Off is Another Worrisome Echo of the Liz Truss Fiasco

Yields on U.S. Treasuries rose Wednesday as investors sold government bonds, usually a haven. In Britain, a sustained version of that trend in 2022 led to a prime minister’s downfall.
Another Rocky Day in Markets: Stocks in Asia Resume Their Slide

With the S&P 500 nearing a bear market, shares in Asia decline as China and other major U.S. trading partners await the start of significantly higher tariffs.
Oil Executives Refrain From Publicly Criticizing Trump or His Tariffs

Eager to stay in Mr. Trump’s good graces, oil executives refrain from publicly criticizing the president. But privately, ‘Everyone’s afraid.’
Trump’s Tariffs May Rewire Markets’ Psychology

Trade tensions have begun to force a rethink about how much investors and businesses should bet on the United States.
Stock Market Chaos Over Tariffs Could Take Toll on Economy

A big hit to portfolios would be felt acutely by higher-income Americans, whose spending has recently been the biggest driver of the economy.
What Is a Bear Market? Are We in One?

A bear market occurs when stocks fall 20 percent from a recent peak. As global markets continue their meltdown, here’s what it means for your money and the economy.
Does Trump Have an ‘Off Ramp’ From His Trade Fight?

With global markets again in free-fall, the president appeared to be losing support of business leaders, raising questions about his leverage in his trade fight.
Stocks Are Set to Extend Sharp Fall

Futures on the S&P 500, which allow investors to trade the index before regular trading begins on Monday, added to last week’s sell-off.