US Economy: Uncertainty, Trade, and Market Trends
US economic outlook mixed: softening customer confidence, AI impact, shifting trade flows, and fluctuating recession probabilities. Uncertainty dominates business planning amid policy changes.
Trump’s Tariffs: Risks & Economic Impact
Torsten Slok warns of a 'volunteer profession reset economic crisis' due to Trump's tariffs. Lower confidence, rising production costs, and decreased container ship traffic signal economic downturn.
Tariffs & Oil Prices: Economic Slowdown Fears
Tariffs imposed by Donald Trump raise concerns about a global slowdown, impacting oil demand. Wirth attributes falling oil prices to increased OPEC+ production, but sees no recession signs yet, just slower growth. Trade tensions cited by IMF.