U.S. shares slipped Monday, ending a historic rally as traders grew cautious over renewed commerce tensions and awaited indicators from the Federal Reserve.
The S&P 500 dropped 0.64% to five,650.38, breaking a nine-day profitable streak — its longest since 2004. The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.74% to 17,844.24, and the Dow Jones Industrial Common dipped 0.24% to 41,218.83.
Shares opened decrease as President Trump escalated tariff rhetoric over the weekend, together with a proposed 100% levy on overseas movies, which hit shares of Netflix and Paramount.
The announcement added to present uncertainty round commerce negotiations, notably with China. Trump stated he had no plans to talk with President Xi Jinping, regardless of earlier hopes of resumed talks.
Losses throughout the foremost indexes deepened through the day however eased after stronger-than-expected U.S. companies sector information and a Bloomberg report that India could supply tariff-free entry for choose items on a reciprocal foundation.
Commerce offers are shut
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent instructed commerce offers are close to, echoing Trump’s feedback that new agreements might arrive this week. Nonetheless, many traders stay skeptical.
The pullback comes forward of a key Fed resolution on Wednesday. Markets are pricing in only a 3.2% probability of a charge reduce, however traders will intently watch Fed Chair Jerome Powell for commentary on the financial outlook amid commerce uncertainty.
