Global Markets Slide as Trump's Trade Policies Stoke Recession Fears
US stock indices see sharp declines, with Tesla leading losses, as uncertainty over tariffs and economic policies rattles investors.
- Major US stock indices, including the Nasdaq, Dow Jones, and S&P 500, suffered significant losses, with the Nasdaq dropping over 4%—its steepest fall in over two years.
- Tesla's stock plunged 15%, erasing post-election gains, as CEO Elon Musk's dual role as government advisor and company leader draws criticism from investors.
- US President Donald Trump's inconsistent tariff policies and remarks about a potential economic recession have heightened market uncertainty and fueled investor anxiety.
- Economic indicators show growing concerns: US unemployment rose to 4.1% in February, consumer spending has declined, and inflation forecasts have worsened due to trade tariffs.
- Global investors are shifting away from US equities, favoring safer assets like bonds and diversifying into European and Chinese markets, as fears of a US recession intensify.







































