Market uncertainty due to postponed tariffs and strong job growth complicating Fed rate cut expectations

U.S. stock index futures dipped as Trump delayed tariffs and strong payroll data reduced hopes for Fed rate cuts. S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones Futures all dropped 0.3%, signaling a risk-off start to the post-holiday trading week.

Trump postponed tariff deadline to August 1, causing market uncertainty. Tariffs could reach 50% without trade deals. U.S. has few agreements, pending major negotiations with Japan, EU, and India, adding to market unpredictability.

Strong job growth in June complicates Fed rate cut expectations. Traders now await Powell’s commentary and July CPI report for monetary policy clues after the nonfarm payrolls report disrupted rate cut outlook.

Wall Street hit record highs last week, driven by optimism over delayed tariffs and tech stocks like Nvidia. However, profit-taking may introduce short-term volatility due to uncertainty over trade policy, Fed rate cuts, and upcoming earnings updates.

Markets face choppy stretch with delayed tariffs and fading rate cut hopes. Traders seek clarity in trade talks or Fed comments to stabilize recent rally. Will August 1 bring resolution or more uncertainty? Stay tuned for key market indicators with APIs for real-time data monitoring.