Trump faces warning signs as market more pessimistic about economy

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Recent polls show growing disapproval for US President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy, rising inflation concerns, majority opposition to his higher tariffs, and pessimism about a potential recession.

Despite Trump’s efforts to tout his economic strengths and criticize former President Joe Biden’s inflation record, his tariff policies have sparked market turmoil and global economic worries, souring Americans on his plans.

His moves on tariffs have particularly stoked uncertainty and concerns in stock and commodity markets.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Trump’s economic agenda was approved of by 37% respondents, down from 42% post-inauguration.

The Pew Research Center reported confidence in Trump’s handling of the economy at 45%, the lowest since 2019, dropping from 59% after the 2024 election.

CNBC’s All-America Economic Survey found Trump’s worst economic approval ever, with 55% disapproval vs. 43% approval, and independents 23 points more negative than during his first term.

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His moves on tariffs have particularly stoked uncertainty and concerns in stock and commodity markets.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Trump’s economic agenda was approved of by 37% respondents, down from 42% post-inauguration.

The Pew Research Center reported confidence in Trump’s handling of the economy at 45%, the lowest since 2019, dropping from 59% after the 2024 election.

CNBC’s All-America Economic Survey found Trump’s worst economic approval ever, with 55% disapproval vs. 43% approval, and independents 23 points more negative than during his first term.