
Asian markets slip following Trump’s announcements of big tariff hikes
The Hindu
Global markets tumble as Trump announces increased tariffs, impacting Asian markets and U.S. futures, causing uncertainty and volatility.
Asian markets and U.S. futures tumbled Thursday (April 3, 2025) following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of big increases in tariffs on imports of goods from around the world.
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index dipped more than 3.4%, but recovered slightly. It was down 2.9% at 34,699.52.
Mr. Trump said he was imposing a 24% “reciprocal tariff” on Japan, one of the United States' closest allies.
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South Korea, also an ally, was hit with a 25% tariff. Its benchmark Kospi slumped 1.9% soon after the opening, to 2,459.30.
In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 fell 1.8% to 7,793.10.
The future for the S&P 500 dropped 3% while that for the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 2%, auguring potential losses when U.S. markets reopen on Thursday (April 3, 2025).