• Stocks Plummet Amid Trade Tensions and Fed Concerns in 2025

  • Apr 21 2025
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Stocks Plummet Amid Trade Tensions and Fed Concerns in 2025

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  • On April 21, 2025, the US stock market experienced significant declines driven by ongoing concerns about President Trump's tariff policies and their potential impact on the economy. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by 1.5 percent, or nearly six hundred points, while the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite were down 1.6 percent and 2.1 percent, respectively, shortly after the opening bell.

    The key factors driving today's market direction include intensified trade tensions with China and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments that tariffs would lead to higher inflation and slower economic growth. China announced it would retaliate against countries cooperating with the US on trade deals that harm China's interests, further exacerbating market anxiety. Additionally, President Trump's criticism of Powell and his call for immediate interest rate cuts added to investor concerns, particularly the possibility of an abrupt dismissal of the Fed chair, which could destabilize global markets.

    In terms of sector performance, tech stocks were among the biggest decliners due to the broader market downturn, although some digital advertising companies like Meta and Google had seen slight increases in previous sessions. Energy stocks, however, received some support from a three percent gain in the energy index.

    The most actively traded stocks included those affected by recent news events, such as Alphabet, whose shares dropped after a federal judge ruled that Google illegally dominated online advertising technology markets. On the other hand, Eli Lilly saw a significant gain after announcing positive results for its experimental weight loss and diabetes treatment pill.

    Looking forward, key events to watch include the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting regarding interest rates, earnings reports from major companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta, and the latest jobs report, which could indicate economic strength or weakness. Ongoing developments in the oil market and further trade policy announcements are also potential market catalysts.

    Pre-market futures indicate continued volatility, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding economic policies and trade tensions. Investors remain cautious, watching closely for any signs of economic downturn or policy changes that could impact the market.
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