US stock futures, including the Dow, began the week with a gap higher as Wall Street aimed to build on the previous week’s positive performance. Investors are actively searching for new factors to drive the market further. The overall market sentiment is closely tied to President Trump’s trade policies, particularly the upcoming April 2 deadline for reciprocal tariffs and any indications of flexibility in their implementation.
- Last week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 1.2%.
- Market sentiment is focused on the April 2 deadline for Trump’s reciprocal tariffs.
- President Trump suggested there could be “flexibility” in his tariff plan.
- Reports suggest the tariffs may be narrower in scope, excluding certain industry-specific duties.
The Dow’s upward movement suggests positive momentum carried over from the prior week. Trade policy developments, especially regarding tariffs, are likely to heavily influence its performance in the short term. Any signs of easing trade tensions could provide further support, while the implementation of broad tariffs could have a negative impact.