The most recent recession in the United States occurred in early 2020, triggered by the Covid pandemic. This recession was unique because of its sudden onset and the far-reaching measures taken to curb the spread of the virus.

So is Trump about to trigger a recession in the world's largest economy? In the US, a recession is defined as a prolonged and widespread decline in economic activity typically characterised by a jump in unemployment and fall in incomes.

Recession fears are growing as President Trump doubles down on tariffs for Canada, Mexico and China. Here are the warning signs.

President Donald Trump says his administration is making “very big” moves and has acknowledged there’s likely a “period of transition” or “disturbance” that could result.