Dow sinks more than 650 points as tariff uncertainty and AI disruption fears roil markets
Dow sinks more than 650 points as tariff uncertainty and AI disruption fears roil markets
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/02/23/investing/us-stocks-trump-tariffs
Publish Date: 2026-02-23 11:29:00
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– The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 687 points (1.38%) on Monday, while the S&P 500 dropped by 0.92% and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite sank by 0.98%. This decline is caused by the uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s new proposed tariffs.
– President Trump announced an increase in tariffs to 15% on imports, using a different legal authority after the Supreme Court annulled his previous tariffs.
– Stocks reacted negatively, especially in technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and specific companies mentioned in a Citrini Research report on AI’s potential disruption.
– The VIX index, Wall Street’s fear gauge, jumped by 8% and surpassed the 20 point threshold indicating market volatility.
– Analysts, like Michael Landsberg of Landsberg Bennett Private Wealth Management, noted the ongoing impact of tariffs and AI worries affecting markets.
– Gold prices increased by 2.9%, exceeding $5,200 per troy ounce, reflecting investor interest in safe-haven assets.
– US dollar weakened slightly against other major currencies, and Treasury yields fell as investors moved into bonds.
