A Tough Day for Car Buyers: U.S. Tariffs on Imported Autos Kick In Amid Trump’s Trade Push

Trump's Auto Tariffs Ripple Throughout Car Industry

It’s a rough morning for anyone dreaming of a new car. As of early Thursday, April 3, 2025, a steep 25% tariff on imported vehicles—think cars, SUVs, minivans, cargo vans, and light trucks—officially took effect in the United States. This move, part of President Donald Trump’s escalating trade strategy, has sent shockwaves through global markets … Read more

Tesla Stock Drops as Q1 Deliveries Miss Wall Street Estimates

Tesla (TSLA) Stock Prediction & Analysis

Tesla, the electric vehicle (EV) giant led by Elon Musk, is facing a rocky start to 2025. On April 2, 2025, the company released its first-quarter delivery numbers, revealing a significant shortfall compared to Wall Street expectations. Tesla delivered 336,681 vehicles globally in Q1, well below the consensus estimate of approximately 377,000, according to posts … Read more

3 Gold ETFs You Should Be Buying Today

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Gold shines as a compelling investment amid looming uncertainty. President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, set to launch tomorrow, threaten trade disruptions, potentially spiking inflation and weakening the dollar—conditions where gold historically thrives as a safe haven. With global tensions simmering and markets bracing for volatility, gold’s role as a hedge against economic chaos is more relevant than ever. Spot prices, hovering near $3,162 per ounce—an all-time high—reflect growing demand with even more room for growth.

Nasdaq Composite Struggles Amid Tariff Fears, ORLY and AZO Shine

Live Nasdaq Composite: ORLY, AZO Gain in Face of Unrelenting Tariffs

Stock markets faced intense volatility on Monday as escalating tariff concerns rattled investors. All three major indices opened in negative territory, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the decline, dropping 2.2%. The S&P 500 was not far behind, slipping 1.2%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 290 points.

Despite the broad selloff, a few sectors managed to stay afloat, with consumer staples rising 1% alongside select defensive stocks. Meanwhile, gold prices climbed 1%, as investors sought refuge in safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty.

Stocks Tumble as Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Approach

A currency trader walks by screens showing the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won at a foreign exchange dealing room in Seoul, South Korea, on March 31, 2025.

Global financial markets faced sharp declines on Monday as investors braced for the introduction of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, set to take effect on Wednesday. The measures, which Trump claimed would impact “all countries,” have fueled concerns over rising costs and economic instability. U.S. Markets in Freefall Wall Street opened the week on a … Read more