Stock Markets Slide as Tariff Threats and Inflation Data Shape Investor Sentiment

U.S. markets face volatility with escalating trade tensions, easing inflation, and looming government shutdown risks.

The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq opened lower on Thursday as investors reacted to President Trump's new tariff threats targeting EU alcoholic imports with a 200% duty.
February's Producer Price Index showed no month-over-month change, signaling cooling inflation, which could influence the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions next week.
The risk of a U.S. government shutdown grows as Senate Democrats plan to block a Republican spending bill, with only one day remaining to avoid the disruption.
Intel's stock surged over 11% after the announcement of Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO, signaling optimism for a turnaround in the struggling chipmaker.
Adobe shares fell sharply following a disappointing revenue outlook, while Dollar General saw gains after surpassing holiday sales expectations.