Stock Markets Hesitate as U.S.-China Tensions Weigh Down Global Markets

The first week of June began on a cautious note for global stock markets as escalating trade tensions between the United States and China cast uncertainty over investor sentiment. A combination of stalled trade negotiations, rising tariffs, and geopolitical concerns fueled market volatility, leading to declines across major exchanges worldwide. Despite a strong finish in May, the current mood is one of caution as investors prepare for potentially disruptive developments.