New Delhi, March 12 -- The US stock market suffered losses for the second consecutive session on Tuesday, even though the magnitude of losses was less severe compared to what Wall Street witnessed on Monday. Concerns over the impact of the tariff war and fears of a looming recession kept investors on edge.

The S&P 500 dropped 0.76 per cent, while the Nasdaq slipped 0.18 per cent.

The market is trying to factor in the impact of US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policies against the country's trade partners. However, uncertainty remains high, with investors fearing a deeper economic fallout from a global trade war.

Market participants highlight five key factors that are driving the decline in the US stock market. Let's take a...