Market Brief 7 April, 2025

Good evening, investor! Today's market is experiencing significant volatility, driven by concerns over President Trump's escalating tariff policies. The S&P 500 Index (GSPC) is down by -0.4% at 5,048.48, while the Nasdaq 100 Index (NDX) is up by 0.15% at 17,404.67. The global market sell-off has intensified, with major indices in Asia and Europe experiencing substantial declines. The Japanese Nikkei 225 index has plummeted by 6.5%, while the Hang Seng China index has slumped by 9.1%. Investors are seeking safe-haven assets, driving up the price of gold and pushing the benchmark yield on Chinese government bonds close to a record low.