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Stocks close mixed Thursday as tariffs continue to weigh on sentiment


Published on 2025-05-15 17:01:02 - Fortune
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  • Walmart warned prices would likely rise on Trump's tariffs against China, despite a reduction in the level of import taxes this weekend from 145% to 30%.

On May 15, 2025, U.S. stock markets closed with mixed results as investors grappled with the impact of new tariffs announced by the government, which negatively affected market sentiment. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up slightly by 0.1%, while the S&P 500 remained nearly unchanged, and the Nasdaq Composite fell by 0.3%. Sectors sensitive to trade, such as technology and industrials, experienced notable declines due to fears of escalating trade tensions. Meanwhile, some defensive sectors like utilities and consumer staples saw gains as investors sought safer investments amidst the uncertainty. Analysts noted that the market's reaction was a reflection of ongoing concerns about the economic implications of the new tariffs.

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