U.S. stock markets are anticipated to open on a positive note as investors respond to recent tariffs imposed by President Trump on Canada, Mexico, and China. These developments have sparked a mix of optimism and concern among market participants.

Economists forecast that these tariffs could drive PCE inflation towards 3% in the latter half of the year. However, market sentiment has deteriorated due to worries that Trump may expand these tariffs to include imports from the European Union and target specific sectors such as:

• Semiconductors
• Pharmaceuticals
• Agriculture

The possibility of heightened trade tensions is creating unease among investors, affecting market dynamics. Key market players, including Tesla, Walgreens, and Nvidia, are also under scrutiny as trading commences. Additionally, the U.S. dollar has seen a decline in value amid these developments, reflecting the broader market volatility associated with changes in trade policy.

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