Uncertainty in U.S. Trade Policy May Impact Global Markets

According to Odaily, IG analysts have reported that if the United States announces tariffs early tomorrow morning, the lack of clarity in trade policy could lead to further declines in risk asset prices. They noted that investors remain deeply uncertain about the scope, scale, and targets of these measures. This lack of transparency has heightened investor anxiety, pushing gold prices to record highs. The U.S. is currently facing challenges such as a manufacturing slowdown, rising inflation pressures, and weak consumer spending, complicating the Federal Reserve's role. While global markets are currently stagnant, the announcement of tariff policies could lead to significant volatility, with potential major fluctuations in stock, currency, and commodity markets.