Market Uncertainty Shakes US Stocks, Cryptocurrency Remains Stable

U.S. markets are grappling with ongoing tariff uncertainties, leading to a volatile week for equities. Thursday’s trading saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average decline by 1.33%, the S&P 500 edge up slightly by 0.13%, and the Nasdaq experiencing a minor drop of 0.13%. This marks the third consecutive week of losses for major indices, with the Dow down 2.66%, the Nasdaq decreasing by 2.62% and the S&P 500 dropping 1.5% over the week. Investors remain cautious as tariff policy uncertainties cast a shadow over market sentiment, while concerns about declines in the derivatives market outweigh expectations for gains. The cryptocurrency market saw Bitcoin maintain stability at $84,000, while Ethereum hovered below $1,600, with reduced volatility among altcoins. Overall, investor hesitancy persists amid uncertainty regarding tariffs and market fluctuations.