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U.S. stocks climbed in early trading on Monday, reversing deep losses in a matter of minutes after President Donald Trump signaled a willingness to negotiate tariffs with U.S. trade partners. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 470 points, or 1.2%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq rose 2.5%. The S&P 500 gained 1.8%. "Countries from all over the World are talking to us," Trump said on Truth Social. "Tough but fair parameters are being set." The market gains recovered some losses that stretch back to Trump's announcement of far-reaching tariffs last week. The Dow suffered its worst week since 2020, and the...

President Trump on Monday pushed back on criticism over his tariffs, calling on Americans to be patient and not be a “panican,” coining a new term. “The United States has a chance to do something that should have been done DECADES AGO. Don’t be Weak! Don’t be Stupid! Don’t be a PANICAN (A new party based on Weak and Stupid people!). Be Strong, Courageous, and Patient, and GREATNESS will be the result!” Trump said on Truth Social. He later said that countries will no longer be able to abuse and take advantage of the U.S. with his tariff plan, which...