Global Markets Reel as Tariff Policies Shake Investor Confidence

The U.S. dollar weakens further while safe-haven currencies gain traction, reflecting fears of escalating trade conflicts and economic downturn.

President Trump's sweeping tariff announcement has triggered a global market downturn, with stocks plummeting and trade tensions intensifying.
The U.S. dollar has seen broad losses, with investors favoring the Japanese yen and Swiss franc, which are near six-month highs.
China and the European Union have proposed counter-tariffs, raising fears of a prolonged and escalating trade conflict.
Speculation is growing that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates as early as May, though officials emphasize the need for concrete economic data.
Experts attribute market volatility to the Trump administration's tariff policies, which have disrupted financial markets and heightened recession concerns.