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Trump's Tariffs Spark Recession Fears, S&P 500 Drops
3/12/2025
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- Jim Cramer warned that President Trump's tariff strategy could trigger a recession.
- Trump's tariff policy varied, with an initial 50% increase on Canadian imports later retracted.
- The S&P 500 experienced volatility, closing down 0.76% amid worries over rising aluminum prices impacting the auto sector.
- Cramer highlighted a drop in small business optimism and consumer sentiment tied to political developments.
