Stock markets stumble; Trump to cut more Canada tariffs, and more

AI-debt anxiety and Middle East inflation risk drove the Nasdaq's worst day since June even as corporate layoffs continue despite solid earnings.

• Tariff relief timed politically: Trump will exempt more Canadian goods (packing machinery, plastic boxes) from 50% tariffs, following a request from Senator Susan Collins ahead of midterms.
• Markets wobble on AI debt fears: Nasdaq fell 0.2% Friday after a 2.6% drop Thursday (worst day since June); S&P 500 fell ~0.5%, with Brent crude briefly topping $116/barrel.

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