Business sentiment declines sharply as Canadian firms face rising costs and anticipate recession amid US tariffs.
Trump emphasized fair trade, urging the EU to buy U.S. energy and noting progress with Russia, Ukraine.
Trump’s 34% China tariff spurs retaliatory measures; cumulative import taxes may exceed 100% by April.
Crude oil drops 2.08% to $60.70; OPEC+ supply hike and tariffs fuel economic concern.
US Dollar Index recovery falters near 103.00 amid falling yields, tariff tensions, and inflation data focus.
Claims of Trump’s debt strategy misunderstand Federal Reserve roles, rate impacts, and timing for refinancing benefits.
Silver prices rise 2.4% amid Fed rate cut hopes, tariffs, and technical chart signals suggesting volatility.
EU proposes 25% tariffs on US goods, excluding bourbon—possibly due to political or strategic considerations.
Pound Sterling hits one-month low near 1.2800 as US Dollar strengthens, amid shifting rate expectations.
GBP weakens amid tariff tensions; BoE expectations shift, with bearish momentum pushing GBP/USD toward 1.27s.
