The stock market has stumbled year-to-date, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both declining. While tariffs have garnered the most attention, investors are also concerned about mixed economic signals, including weak consumer confidence, hotter inflation, government worker layoffs, and more. Some are now wondering if there will be a recession, and President Trump did not rule out the possibility in recent interviews. How can investors maintain perspective in this challenging market and economic environment?
