President Trump hints at softer tariffs, but global markets drop amid economic uncertainty.

President Trump suggests that upcoming tariffs in April may be less severe than anticipated, aiming to ease investor concerns and boost market confidence. Despite this, global stocks have dropped due to uncertainty around the tariffs, which could raise prices on consumer goods and slow economic growth. Wall Street remains cautious, with mixed results in major indices. Asian markets show cautious optimism, with some gains amid hopes the tariffs won't be as harsh. Central banks are re-evaluating their policies, and consumer confidence has dipped to a five-year low due to rising prices.