Nigeria, Feb. 10 -- This report is from today's TNC's Daily Open, our international markets update. TNC Daily Open keeps investors informed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are.

Investor enthusiasm that fueled the stock market in late 2024-driven by expectations of favorable policies under U.S. President Donald Trump and the AI boom-appears to be cooling in early 2025. The once-unshakable confidence in both factors has given way to growing uncertainty.

The announcement of new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, alongside Trump's warning of potential reciprocal trade measures, has unsettled investors. Stocks hit following his remarks, reflecting concerns over heightened trade tensions. Similarly, the artificial in...