Stock market today: live updates Trump tariffs

Global Market Turbulence: Understanding the Ripple Effect of Tariffs The recent announcement by President Donald Trump on sweeping tariffs has sent shockwaves through global markets. With futures tied to major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 plummeting, investors are recalibrating their strategies to navigate this new economic landscape. The Immediate Impact on Multinational … Read more

Tariff ‘flexibility’ can signal uncertainty

Trade Tensions and Economic Flexibility: What Lies Ahead? In recent developments, U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled a possibility of “flexibility” with tariffs, potentially easing the pressure on global trade relations. This stance, while appearing open to change, carries an undertone of unpredictability that market analysts are keenly assessing. President Trump distinguishes his approach as … Read more

Alibaba shares jump, Amazon’s revenue beats Walmart

Technological Titans Lead the Market Charge In a startling revelation, Chinese tech giant Alibaba reported a whopping 239% year-on-year surge in net profit for the final quarter of 2024. Citing robust growth in its cloud business and substantial gains in artificial intelligence, Alibaba’s performance highlights an evolving market landscape where dual-role enterprises like Amazon showcase … Read more

Tech sells off but AI isn’t going anywhere for now

The Tech Influence on Nasdaq Performance The tech sector has long been a quintessential driver of growth for the Nasdaq Composite. As of January 2025, the sector experienced a noticeable dip, with the Nasdaq falling by 0.38%. Major tech companies, including Palantir and Nvidia, saw significant share reductions, leading to broader concerns about continued downward … Read more