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U.S. Stock Futures Edge Higher as Investors Monitor Tariffs and Inflation Data

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    Posted by John Deo Feb 11 - Filed in General - #financialmodelingprep  - 17 views

    U.S. stock futures showed modest gains on Monday as markets prepared for key developments in President Donald Trump’s trade policy, Federal Reserve testimony, and inflation data. Investors remain cautious, following Trump's comments over the weekend regarding 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

    1. U.S. Stock Futures Tick Up Amid Trade Uncertainty

    As of 03:23 ET (08:23 GMT):

    • Dow futures gained 80 points (+0.2%).
    • S&P 500 futures fell 17 points (-0.3%).
    • Nasdaq 100 futures declined 108 points (-0.5%).

    These mixed movements reflect concerns over the broader impact of tariffs on global trade and inflation, particularly after last Friday’s decline triggered by Trump’s tariff announcement and weak economic data.

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    2. Trump Announces New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

    During a Super Bowl weekend flight on Air Force One, Trump revealed plans to:

    • Impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the U.S. starting Monday.
    • Announce reciprocal tariffs against various countries on Tuesday or Wednesday.

    Key trade partners impacted:

    • Top steel exporters to the U.S.: Canada, Brazil, Mexico, South Korea, Vietnam.
    • Top aluminum exporter: Canada.

    Market implications:

    • The move could trigger retaliatory measures from trading partners, as seen in China’s counter-tariffs.
    • Tariffs could drive inflation higher, impacting consumer spending and corporate margins.

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    3. U.S. Treasury Debt Payments Under Investigation

    Trump also stated that his administration is investigating potential fraud in U.S. Treasury debt payments.

    • The U.S. national debt currently stands at $36.2 trillion.
    • Trump suggested that some payments may be “fraudulent”, implying that the actual debt figure could be lower.
    • It remains unclear what specific Treasury payments Trump was referring to.

    This uncertainty may impact:

    • Bond markets, as investors assess U.S. fiscal credibility.
    • The U.S. dollar, depending on how international investors react.

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    Key Takeaways for Investors

    • Stock market sentiment remains fragile as tariff risks grow.
    • Inflation concerns may rise if tariffs drive up production costs.
    • Debt market stability is under scrutiny, with Trump’s comments raising questions about U.S. fiscal policy.

    With Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony and inflation data due this week, markets will closely watch for any signals on interest rate policy and economic outlook.

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