Washington Opens Door to Trade Easing: Dow Jones Nears All-Time Highs
As Wall Street gears up for today’s opening bell, U.S. stock markets are witnessing a notable surge following surprise remarks from former President Donald Trump, who clarified that “tariffs on China will not be 145% as rumored.”
Strong Pre-Market Rally in U.S. Futures
U.S. stock index futures posted significant gains on Wednesday morning:
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Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 1.92% to 40,111 points, adding 754 points.
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Nasdaq 100 rose 2.88% to 18,914.50 points.
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S&P 500 climbed 2.46% to reach 5,445.25 points.
Trump's Remarks Boost Market Sentiment
Trump’s statements triggered investor optimism, helping ease fears of an escalating trade war between the U.S. and China — tensions that had long weighed on global markets.
The shift in tone has fueled speculation about a potential revival of U.S.-China trade cooperation rather than further confrontation.
Tesla Shines, Fuels Market Momentum
Beyond political factors, Tesla’s stock also bolstered risk appetite among traders. Shares jumped in pre-market trading after reports hinted at a potential surge in demand for Tesla vehicles in Asian markets.
A New Phase for Markets?
With momentum on the rise, analysts are asking: Are U.S. markets entering a new phase of stability? Could Trump’s remarks signal a return to economic dialogue with Beijing?
Observers caution that markets remain highly sensitive to upcoming developments. However, Trump’s recent moderate tone may mark the start of a shift in U.S.-China policy dynamics.
