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<p>U.S. stock futures declined on Sunday evening, with Dow Jones Futures down 0.30% following President Trump's announcement to double steel tariffs to 50%. This move aims to boost the domestic steel industry amid ongoing trade tensions. The Nikkei 225 also fell by 1.37%. Investors are cautious ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech and earnings reports from companies like Campbell’s Co. and Credo Technology Group.</p>

- U.S. stock futures declined on Sunday evening, with S&P 500 Futures down 0.33% amid new tariff concerns on steel and aluminum.  
- President Trump announced a doubling of tariffs on imported steel to 50%, effective June 4, aimed at revitalizing the domestic steel industry.  
- The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.2%, and investors are anticipating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech and earnings results from companies like Campbell’s Co. and Credo Technology.  

Dow Futures Slip Over 100 Points After Trump Announces Doubling Steel Tariffs, Nikkei Down