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This past week in the markets was a bit of a balancing act. Investors are feeling cautiously optimistic, but they’re also watching closely for signs of trouble—especially around inflation, interest rates, and global trade tensions.
Global markets don’t just react to earnings reports or economic data—they can also move dramatically when geopolitical tensions rise. This week was a perfect example.
The U.S. stock market has been on a winning streak! The S&P 500 just rose for 9 days in a row, its best run since 2004. That’s a big deal. Here's why:
The stock market had a rollercoaster week, but overall, things are looking up—especially if you're into tech stocks or Bitcoin. Let’s break down what happened, what it means, and what to watch moving forward.
Tariffs, Tweets & Tumult: What Really Happened in the Market This Week
This past week was a tough one for investors. Stocks dropped sharply after China announced 34% tariffs on all U.S. goods starting April 10. In response to U.S. trade actions, China also added American companies to its “unreliable entities list” and began an antitrust investigation into DuPont, which saw its stock fall over 11%.
The stock market took a hit today after President Trump announced a wave of new tariffs on major U.S. trading partners. Investors are worried that these tariffs could slow down the economy and even push the U.S. toward a recession.
The financial markets had another wild week, driven by inflation data, trade tensions, and major moves in tech and auto industries.
The stock market had a rough day, with major indexes taking a hit. The S&P 500 dropped nearly 3%, putting it close to a "correction" (a decline of 10% or more from a recent high). The tech-focused Nasdaq plunged over 4%, officially confirming a correction. It was the worst day for the Nasdaq since 2022, with tech megacaps losing close to $1 trillion in market capitalization.
The stock market had its worst week in a year, but there was a silver lining—stocks bounced back on Friday. Still, concerns over tariffs and economic uncertainty are keeping investors on edge.
This week showed how quickly market sentiment can shift. Despite hitting record highs, U.S. stocks had one of their worst weeks this year. The Nasdaq saw steady selling, gold hit a new high before pulling back.
It was a rough end of week for the stock market, with all major indexes seeing big losses. The Dow dropped 764 points, marking its worst day of 2025, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also saw steep declines. Investors seem to be reacting to growing concerns about inflation, especially after new data showed the economy might be slowing down.
