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Trump's Trade Deal Boosts Markets, Sparks Silver Speculation

2/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India that cuts tariffs from 25% to 18% and shifts oil purchases from Russia to the United States.
India’s Nifty 50 rose 5%.
Gold gained 4.8% and silver rose 7.3%.
The S&P 500 rose 0.54% and the Dow rose 1.05%.
Analysts warn silver could become a meme trade.

History

Historical Context

The U.S.-India trade relationship has evolved significantly since the 1990s, with bilateral trade reaching $142 billion in 2019. Following tariff reductions in 2025, tensions arose when the U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods due to India's continued oil purchases from Russia. This conflict reflects broader geopolitical shifts and may reshape global trade dynamics, particularly in energy markets.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India that cuts tariffs from 25% to 18% and shifts oil purchases from Russia to the United States.
India’s Nifty 50 rose 5%.
Gold gained 4.8% and silver rose 7.3%.
The S&P 500 rose 0.54% and the Dow rose 1.05%.
Analysts warn silver could become a meme trade.

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