Trade Wars 2.0 - news and analysis

The second presidency of Donald Trump initiated escalation of tariffs that triggered significant financial movements. These actions may to increased costs for businesses and consumers, disrupted supply chains, and created market uncertainty. Retaliatory tariffs from affected nations can further strain global trade, impacting economic growth and prompting concerns about long-term financial stability.

Dow Jones (DJIA) technical outlook: Double bottom pattern as China retaliates

Dow Jones technical outlook amidst escalating US-China trade tensions. It highlights a potential double bottom pattern, market volatility, and the impact of China's retaliatory tariffs. We also discuss upcoming economic data releases like FOMC minutes and US CPI, and examines key support and resistance levels for the Dow Jones

09-04-2025 14:36 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Yen surges to six-month high, BoJ cautious

The Japanese yen has extended its gains and is up 1.1% today. The yen is benefiting from safe-haven flows as nervous investors are fleeing the equity markets. BOJ Governor Ueda said today that the BoJ will be monitoring the impact of US tariffs before raising interest rates.

09-04-2025 14:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher