A number of stocks traded in opposite directions in the afternoon session after the Trump administration's announcement of new global tariffs, reignited trade policy uncertainty. The move came swiftly after the Supreme Court ruled the previous week that the president could not use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for such duties, a decision that had initially sent markets higher. However, the administration invoked a different authority, the Trade Act of 1974, to impose a 15% global tariff for up to 150 days. The rapid reimposition of trade barriers creates significant uncertainty for companies across multiple sectors that depend on international supply chains and global trade. Investors are now weighing the potential impact of these new duties on corporate earnings and broader economic activity.
The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article.
Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.
Sweetgreen has gotten torched over the last six months - since August 2025, its stock price has dropped 37.2% to $5.93 per share. This was partly due to its softer quarterly results and may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.
Sweetgreen’s stock price has taken a beating over the past six months, shedding 43.4% of its value and falling to $5.25 per share. This was partly due to its softer quarterly results and might have investors contemplating their next move.
In this episode of Motley Fool Money, Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, and Asit Sharma to dive into three recent stories where the operating system underneath a business has started to matter more than the company above it.
Unprofitable companies can burn through cash quickly, leaving investors exposed if they fail to turn things around.
Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk running out of capital or relying on dilutive fundraising.
Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
fell 6.3% in the morning session after an analyst at UBS lowered their rating on the stock. The bank changed its view on the company's shares, moving it from a "Buy" to a "Neutral" rating.
Companies that burn cash at a rapid pace can run into serious trouble if they fail to secure funding.
Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk dilution, mounting debt, or even bankruptcy.
Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
fell 5.8% in the morning session after the departure of its Chief Development Officer, Chris Tarrant, and a price target cut from Morgan Stanley highlighted ongoing business struggles.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on.
However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the company announced its expansion into the Sacramento market with the launch of two new locations.
