Trump Official USD Price & Performance (OTRUMPUSD)

U.S. stock markets have been shaken by President Donald Trump's tariff policies, with the S&P 500 losing $4 trillion in value since its February peak. Tech-heavy Nasdaq has seen a 10% drop since December, and analysts warn that continued trade tensions could further dampen investor confidence.123

Investor apprehension is growing as tariffs targeting Canada, Mexico, and China intensify. The Dow Jones dropped 650 points earlier this month, and small-cap stocks, once buoyed by pro-business optimism, are now faltering. Analysts caution that prolonged tensions could hinder economic growth and increase market volatility.456

Technology stocks, including Tesla and Nvidia, have faced significant losses as the U.S. stock market endures its steepest declines since 2022. High valuations and tariff-driven uncertainty are driving a sell-off in the sector, with some analysts advising caution before buying into the dip.176