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US Stock Futures Decline as Investors React to Tariff Rollback and Drug Price Cuts

Market Reaction to US-China Trade Developments

Equities on Wall Street opened lower in Tuesday's premarket trading, as investors digested the latest developments in US-China trade relations. The agreement to roll back tariffs and implement a 90-day pause has sparked mixed reactions among market participants.

Impact of Pharmaceutical Price Reductions

Adding to the market's cautious stance, President Donald Trump's announcement to significantly reduce pharmaceutical prices ahead of the impending inflation report has further unsettled investors. This move is seen as a bold step towards making healthcare more affordable but raises questions about its immediate impact on the pharmaceutical sector.

Global Trade Tensions and Warnings

Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent comments warning against the use of tariffs as a tool for bullying and domination in global trade have also contributed to the tense market atmosphere. His remarks underscore the fragile state of international trade relations and their potential to sway market sentiment.

At 4:30 am ET, Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were down by 0.26%, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures also declining by 0.42% and 0.51%, respectively. Meanwhile, the euro saw a slight increase against the dollar, trading 0.17% higher at 1.11074 by 4:24 am ET.