U.S. markets rose after Fed holds rates steady and projects slower growth, higher inflation. Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq post gains. Markets react to tariffs and inflation uncertainty.
On Monday, U.S. markets closed higher after weeks of losses. Investors await Fed meeting, while economic data shows weaker retail sales and manufacturing.
US markets closed in red, Fed expected to hold rates steady, Trump and Putin agreed to limited Ukraine ceasefire. US data showed strong results. Most S&P 500 sectors down, energy & healthcare up. Asia markets mixed, Europe up. Commodities down, USD slightly up due to recession fears and tariffs.
On March 13, US markets closed lower, with the S&P 500 entering a correction as trade war fears overshadowed positive inflation data. Gold hit record high, while Dow and Nasdaq declined.
China's NPC meeting has sparked optimism in the market, with Chinese stocks and bonds rallying. Investors are hopeful for growth targets but remain skeptical.
While Chinese markets remain in play—especially via Hong Kong—U.S. investors should be aware of potential risks and policy shifts that could affect portfolio strategies.
US markets closed higher on Friday, despite volatility and uncertainty over Ukraine. Asian markets also gained, while European shares neared record highs.
Many of the top-performing stocks and assets in recent years have stumbled at the start of 2025, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) dropping to a three-month low.
