BS EDIT: Trump’s economic policies stir global uncertainty

By Business StandardPublished On Mar 24, 2025

Fed signals concern

The US Fed projects slower growth, higher inflation, and more unemployment amid unclear policy signals from the Trump administration

Tariff risks rise

Trump’s reciprocal tariffs from April 2 could disrupt global trade and complicate inflation management

Inflation fears resurface

With inflation already above 2 per cent, further price shocks could shift expectations and slow monetary easing

Immigration policy adds strain

Trump’s immigration stance may hurt long-term growth, further unsettling investors

Market mood dims

US markets have dipped; S&P 500 is down 8 per cent, while Indian stocks rose 4 per cent on relative optimism

India must stay alert

With trade talks underway, India must prepare for prolonged uncertainty and engage constructively with the US