Market Brief 25 April, 2025

Good evening, investor/trader! The markets are showing signs of recovery, with the S&P 500 Index (GSPC) up by 0.7% to 5,520.3 and the Nasdaq 100 Index (NDX) up by 1.11% to 19,419.12. The Federal Reserve has eased crypto oversight for banks, potentially encouraging increased Bitcoin adoption. Trump has hinted at a potential trade deal with China, which has boosted market sentiment. The SEC is moving to dismiss its lawsuit against Dragonchain, a potential victory for the crypto industry. The SEC is also exploring a cross-border crypto regulatory sandbox with El Salvador, signaling a shift in regulatory approach.