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Fed could be forced into steep rate cuts if U.S. economy is a casualty of trade wars, Citi says - MarketWatch

1. Citi predicts U.S. economy weakness, possibly needing five rate cuts this year. 2. S&P Global reports on service and manufacturing sectors will reveal current economic health. 3. Trump's trade wars may elevate economic transition difficulties and unemployment rates. 4. Fed faces dilemma between addressing inflation and supporting economic growth. 5. DJIA decreased by 2.78%, reflecting market reaction to economic forecasts.

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Why Bearish?

Predictions of economic weakness and potential rate cuts tend to negatively affect markets, as seen in past trends during economic downturns, such as the 2007-2008 financial crisis where similar forecasts led to significant downturns in the DJIA.

How important is it?

The forecast of economic troubles and potential unemployment increase directly impacts investor confidence, likely leading to bearish moves in the DJIA as traders react to anticipated market conditions.

Why Short Term?

Immediate economic forecasts and Fed decisions typically influence market reactions quickly, affecting investor sentiment and stock prices in the short run.

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