Global financial markets experienced significant turmoil following President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on key trading partners, raising fears of retaliatory measures and an economic slowdown. Major stock indices fell sharply, with the S&P 500 futures dropping over 3%. European stocks faced heavy losses, particularly in the auto and luxury sectors. However, domestic-focused European firms saw modest gains. The euro strengthened against the dollar, while bond markets rallied as investors sought safety. Energy prices declined amid concerns over global demand, although Bitcoin showed resilience. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)