📉 U.S. Stock Market Declines: Major U.S. stock indexes closed lower on Tuesday as investors exercised caution ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision and assessed the potential impact of President Donald Trump’s tariff policies.
The Federal Reserve is set to announce its decision on Wednesday. The central bank is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged. Markets are currently pricing in 60 basis points of rate cuts in 2025, but several Fed officials have warned against moving too quickly.
“There is great uncertainty about the tariffs, their extent, and how they will impact the economy. The Fed will likely wait for more data before making any policy shifts.” – Tim Ghriskey, senior portfolio strategist at Ingalls & Snyder.
Market uncertainty led investors to seek safety in traditional safe-haven assets:
Unexpectedly rising U.S. import prices in February heightened inflation fears. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq, which recently entered correction territory (down over 10% from their highs), continue to struggle for stability.
According to the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to a 30-day ceasefire on attacks targeting energy and strategic infrastructure in Ukraine. Negotiations for a broader peace plan are set to begin immediately.
Tuesday’s session highlighted market anxiety ahead of major economic events. The Fed’s decision and Trump’s tariff policies could significantly impact future market movements. Investors should closely monitor developments, particularly in the tech sector and commodities.
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