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RPT-ANALYSIS-Tariff-driven Wall Street pain sparks investors to weigh more gloomy scenarios
By Lewis Krauskopf and Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK, April 8 (Reuters) - A dramatic U.S. stock slide is fanning fears of even more dire scenarios for the market, as investors weigh the potential for a prolonged global trade war and a much dimmer corporate profit outlook.Stocks swung wildly on Monda...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
RPT-ANALYSIS-Tariff-whipped Wall Street wonders: will Trump blink?
Presidential backstop for equities seen fadingSlim hope that so-called "Trump put" still existsSome investors believe selloff could deepen before policy tweaksFed support for markets also in question due to inflationBy Davide Barbuscia NEW YORK, April 7 (Reuters) - Investors are tryin...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
US small business confidence drops, economic outlook dims
April 8 (Reuters) - U.S. small-business confidence dropped for a third straight month in March, eroding most of the gains that followed President Donald Trump's election victory in November, amid rising concerns over the administration's trade policy despite early optimism about a potential ...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
4 Beaten-Down Stocks I'm Buying Already
In this video, I will be talking about the stocks I'm buying now after they've fallen a lot because of the tariff situation. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were from the trading day of April 4, 2025. The video was ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Company Just Got Some Unwelcome News Regarding the Pentagon Budget Cuts (Hint: It's Not Palantir)
When Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump was campaigning, one of his more consistent talking points was a concern over areas of wasteful federal spending. This rhetoric inspired the creation of a new program called the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) after Trump's election victor...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
The Stock Market Did This 80% of the Time After a Big Crash
In this video, I will talk about the Trump administration's tariffs, the market crash, what has happened in the past, and what I am doing during these uncertain times. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were from the t...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
Stock Market Crash: Here Are 5 Stocks Down 27% or More I'd Buy Right Now
To say that the stock market has been volatile lately doesn't do the situation justice. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and several other major market indexes recently fell by more than 10% over a two-day period in response to President Trump's surprisingly high tariff rates. The S&P 500 is now 18% be...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
Indonesian markets feel whiplash of US tariffs after holiday break
Stocks regain some losses after trading halt liftedCentral bank has intervened aggressively to defend rupiahBourse changes trading rules to anticipate stock selloffBI to weigh rate cut decision against FX weakness, analysts sayBy Stefanno Sulaiman JAKARTA, April 8 (Reuters) - Indonesia's stoc...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
Is the Vanguard Value ETF the Best Ultra-Low-Cost Fund for Generating Passive Income?
Collecting passive income from stocks is a simple and effective way to participate in the market without having the return based solely on stock prices going up.Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that invest in dividend stocks provide the added benefit of diversification, making them solid options for inv...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
LIVE MARKETS-UBS's three "puts" for a market revival
STOXX 600 up 1.5%EU prefers tariff talks, China to fightWall Street futures rise Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.comUBS'S THREE "PUTS" FOR A MARKET REVIVALEur...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
Levi Strauss jumps on Q1 profit beat, reaffirming annual outlook
** Levi Strauss LEVI.N jumps 11% premarket; had closed 2.8% lower on Monday amid global market rout** Co beats Q1 profit estimates; reaffirms annual sales, profit outlook** Says its forecast doesn't include impact from recently-announced tariffs** Expects new tariffs to have material impact on F...Reuters
Tue, Apr 8
Is Bitcoin About to Go Parabolic?
For many crypto investors, it might seem impossible that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could come roaring back to life and skyrocket higher in 2025. After all, Bitcoin is down almost 30% from an all-time high of $109,000 in January, and the intensifying global trade war threatens to cut any nascent crypto r...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
Why Nvidia Is a Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist in the Tariff-Fueled Market Downturn
In today's video, I discuss Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and recent updates investors should know. To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were the market prices of April 4, 2025. The video was published on April 6, 2025.Wher...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
1 Safe Stock to Buy as Tariffs Trigger Market Crash
There's no such thing as a completely "safe" stock, but some stocks are less risky than others. That's particularly true during times of extreme uncertainty and volatility. The major stock indices have been in free fall since President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs last week, and there hav...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
Trump Tariffs: Here's What UPS Investors Need to Know
Shares of United Parcel Service appear lost in transit at the start of 2025, trading down 23% year to date, and falling to a near-five-year low at the time of writing.The logistics giant has been grappling with multiple challenges over the last several years, adjusting to excess post-pandemic capaci...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
2 Stocks With Incredible Balance Sheets That Can Offer Safety in Tariff Chaos
U.S. President Donald Trump's shocking tariff announcements on April 2 have ignited chaos in the stock market. Major U.S. market indexes have rapidly plunged to near bear market territory, now down between 15% and 22% from their former highs. There are concerns that prolonged tariffs may push the ec...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
2 Tech Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold for a Decade
Investors looking for strong dividend-paying companies often turn to defensive sectors like healthcare or utilities. It's an understandable strategy: Companies in these sectors tend to perform better than most when the economy is in the dumps, allowing them to maintain their payouts even in bad time...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
AMD Stock Investors Got Amazing News on Nvidia
In today's video, I discuss Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) and recent updates investors should know. To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were the market prices of April 2, 2025. The video was published on Apr...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
3 Hypergrowth Tech Stocks to Buy in 2025
The Trump administration's "Liberation Day" tariffs against most of America's trading partners recently deflated many high-growth tech stocks. Higher tariffs, particularly against Asian countries, could strangle the supply chains of major American tech companies such as Apple and HP. Reciprocal tari...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
BlackRock CEO Says How He Would Reform Social Security
For anyone who depends on Social Security to pay bills (and millions of Americans do), a 21% cut in benefits may be devastating. Even if someone works for years to maximize their monthly benefit, a reduction is sure to impact their everyday budget. Yet, cuts are on the horizon if Congress can't agre...The Motley Fool
Tue, Apr 8
