US stocks tumbled on Friday, ending the week with a sharp decline, as investors worried about rising inflation and concerns over consumer health. The downturn is partly attributed to fears of “stagflation,” a combination of stagnant economic growth and high inflation.
Louis Navellier, an expert, warned that consumers are already experiencing inflation before the impact of tariffs is fully felt. This suggests that the economic woes may be more severe than initially thought. The Dow Jones Industrial Average suffered significant losses in the first quarter, with many experts predicting further decline in the coming months.
Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/stocks-fall-sharply-to-end-the-week-stagflation-fears-are-back-in-the-spotlight-ca22827b