Trump's Tariff Threat Triggers Major Stock Market Decline

The stock market faced its worst decline in six months, primarily due to President Trump's warning of a 'massive increase' in tariffs on China. This announcement has raised concerns about escalating trade tensions, impacting investor confidence and market stability. With approximately six out of seven stocks in the S&P 500 dropping sharply, the situation underscores the fragility of the market and the potential economic repercussions of heightened trade conflicts.