US Stocks End Flat After a Rollercoaster Thursday: What’s Next for Global Markets?
A Volatile Thursday in the US Thursday’s trading session in the US was anything but calm. Early gains driven by optimism around corporate earnings were tempered by concerns over renewed tariff threats and mixed economic signals. The major indices—S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones—experienced intraday swings but ultimately ended close to their starting points. According to posts on X, the S&P 500 dipped by 0.67%, Nasdaq fell 1.00%, and the Dow was down 0.61%, reflecting investor unease about potential trade disruptions, particularly with tariffs on overseas-manufactured goods like iPhones impacting tech giants such as Apple. The volatility was fueled by several factors: Tariff Threats : US President Donald Trump’s comments on imposing a 50% tariff on certain imports rattled markets, particularly affecting companies with global supply chains. Economic Data : Mixed reports on inflation and employment kept investors on edge, with fears of tighter monetary policy lingering. Corpor...