US STOCKS-US stocks slide as investors fret over Trump's Fed nominee, earnings, inflation
U.S. stocks declined as investors reacted to President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh for the Federal Reserve, viewing it as a hawkish choice. The Dow fell 0.47%, S&P 500 down 0.39%, and Nasdaq dropped 0.72%. Concerns over inflation, mixed earnings reports, and potential government shutdown added to market anxiety. Apple shares fell post-earnings, while small-cap stocks outperformed in January. Defensive sectors gained, but gold and silver miners suffered due to falling metal prices. Overall, market sentiment was cautious amid economic uncertainties.