The Market Brief
Hey team. U.S. stock futures advanced as traders concentrated on the potential for economic growth and corporate profitability under President Donald Trump.
Let’s see what’s next for the market!
Macro Viewpoint
U.S. stock index futures saw modest gains in volatile trading on Tuesday as traders evaluated the implications of President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders, which addressed topics such as energy and immigration.
The markets have shown sensitivity to any updates regarding Trump’s stance on tariffs, amid concerns that such policies could lead to a global trade war and increase inflationary pressures.
Tariffs are associated with a stronger U.S. dollar, driven by higher import costs and slower global economic growth. In contrast, the absence of tariffs would support stronger global trade and contribute to a more favorable environment for global economic growth.
Inflation remains above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, raising fears that Trump’s policies could influence the Fed’s timeline for easing monetary policy.
Meanwhile, fourth-quarter earnings season resumes, NFLX 0.00%↑ IBKR 0.00%↑among US companies set to report on Tuesday after close.
