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New US tariffs hit railroad stocks in early trading

Railroad stocks tumbled Thursday in response to the Trump administration’s Wednesday announcement of widespread tariffs on U.S. trading partners.

It was an indication that investors believe the tariffs will raise prices and have a negative impact on consumer spending, which in turn will reduce demand for the raw materials and finished products that railroads carry.

As U.S. stock markets opened on Thursday, the S&P 500 was down nearly 4%. CSX (NASDAQ: CSX) and Union Pacific (NASDAQ: UNP) stock...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/new-us-tariffs-hit-railroad-stocks-in-early-trading

Market update: Stocks stay jittery ahead of tariff announcement

  • FTSE 100 stays in the red as uncertainty swirls ahead of Trump’s tariff announcement.
  • Gold hovers at record levels amid a flight to safe havens.
  • S&P 500 has clawed back some ground depsite stagflation worries rising.
  • Bargain hunters out at the start of the week hoping to snap up an American bargain.
  • The drop in Tesla delivery numbers comes in worse than expected.
Susannah Streeter

Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown:

‘’Nervousness about incoming wave of US tariffs...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/02/market-update-stocks-stay-jittery-ahead-of-tariff-announcement/

Shipping Stocks Overview: Weekly Market Highlights

The container shipping sector experienced a mix of steady performances and price fluctuations over the past week, as investors reacted to global trade dynamics, freight rate movements, and broader economic conditions.

While some ocean carriers capitalized on strong demand in specific trade lanes, others faced moderate corrections due to shifting supply chain trends. With geopolitical factors, fuel costs, and cargo volumes playing a crucial role, the sector remains an area of keen investor focus....

https://container-news.com/shipping-stocks-overview-weekly-market-highlights/

Stock markets around the globe tumble in response to Trump tariffs

The U.S. stock market opened Monday with sharp declines after President Donald Trump launched tariffs against Canada, China and Mexico over the weekend.

The Nasdaq tumbled 1.86% or 401 points, leading the declines among the three major U.S. indexes. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled about 1.1%, or around 489 points. The S&P 500 fell roughly 1.8% or 89.6 points.

Trump signed an executive order Saturday putting 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, while Chinese products face an...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/stock-markets-around-the-globe-tumble-in-response-to-trump-tariffs

Annual Review: Stock Performance of Major Container Shipping Companies

The year 2024 was pivotal for the global container shipping industry, shaped by a complex interplay of economic recovery, geopolitical tensions, and evolving trade dynamics. The ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, coupled with escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the Red Sea crisis, disrupted key shipping routes and elevated fuel prices.

These developments created significant bottlenecks in trade flows, particularly impacting shipments through the Suez Canal and neighboring regions....

https://container-news.com/annual-review-stock-performance-of-major-container-shipping-companies/

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