The S&P 500 ended its nine-day winning streak on May 5 after President Trump announced a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the U.S., adding to market uncertainty. Despite concerns about trade tensions and the upcoming Federal Reserve policy decision, Skechers surged 24.3% after a major buyout deal, while Netflix and Amazon struggled. Investors are closely watching for signs of progress in trade negotiations and potential rate cuts from the Fed.
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Daily Market Snapshot: April 25, 2025
On April 24, 2025, major stock indexes surged, driven by a 3.5% jump in the S&P 500 technology sector, led by strong earnings from Alphabet. Investors remained focused on ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations, as President Trump confirmed that talks are underway. Despite mixed earnings reports across other industries, defense and tech sectors saw significant gains. The dollar weakened, while gold and oil prices rose, reflecting investor sentiment amidst the ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
Daily Market Snapshot: April 17, 2025
Wall Street ended the session mixed, with optimism around U.S. trade negotiations lifting stocks like Eli Lilly and Apple, while UnitedHealth faced significant losses after lowering its profit forecast. Trade uncertainties continue to weigh on market sentiment, with investors focused on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook and the impact of tariffs.
Daily Market Snapshot: April 16, 2025
U.S. stocks ended sharply lower as Nvidia warned of significant charges from new U.S. export restrictions, and Federal Reserve Chair Powell acknowledged slowing economic growth. The escalating trade war with China continues to weigh heavily on markets, with tariffs raising inflation fears and adding uncertainty to the economic outlook.
Daily Market Snapshot: April 08, 2025
The S&P 500 closed below 5,000 points for the first time in almost a year as investor optimism for a tariff delay evaporated. The market saw significant losses amid growing fears of inflation and the upcoming earnings season. As tariffs on China loom, investors are anxiously awaiting corporate earnings reports to gauge the economic impact.
Daily Market Snapshot: April 07, 2025
The U.S. stock market closed lower on Monday as rising concerns about an economic slowdown, inflation, and President Trump’s firm stance on tariffs impacted investor sentiment. The Dow and S&P 500 both experienced a wild trading session, while Nvidia showed resilience amidst growing AI demand. Investors are now awaiting key economic data and signs of potential recession risks.
