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Trump Tariff Rumor Fuels Market Surge, Then Plummets

4/7/2025

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Story summary

A false claim regarding President Trump's potential 90-day tariff pause briefly boosted U.S. stocks before a decline.
The rumor started from a minor account on X and quickly reached major news outlets, causing market volatility.
The White House refuted the claim, emphasizing the market's sensitivity to tariff news.
Analysts indicate that uncertainty from the administration is undermining investor confidence and market stability.

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Story summary

A false claim regarding President Trump's potential 90-day tariff pause briefly boosted U.S. stocks before a decline.
The rumor started from a minor account on X and quickly reached major news outlets, causing market volatility.
The White House refuted the claim, emphasizing the market's sensitivity to tariff news.
Analysts indicate that uncertainty from the administration is undermining investor confidence and market stability.