During the week of March 10 to March 14, 2025, major U.S. stock market indexes experienced significant volatility, influenced by escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainties. Below is a summary table of the performance of key indexes:
| Index | Monday Open | Friday Close | Up/Down | Points Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 5,770 | 5,639 | Down | -131 |
| Dow Jones Industrial Average | 42,802 | 41,488 | Down | -1,314 |
| Nasdaq Composite | 18,350 | 17,754 | Down | -596 |
| NYSE Composite | 15,500 | 15,000 | Down | -500 |
| NYSE AMEX Composite | 3,100 | 3,050 | Down | -50 |
Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest whole number.
Weekly Market Summary:
The week began with a sharp sell-off on Monday, as the S&P 500 fell 2.7%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.1%, and the Nasdaq Composite tumbled 4%, marking its largest one-day decline since September 2022. This downturn was primarily driven by investor concerns over escalating trade tensions following President Donald Trump’s announcement to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum imports to 50%. Midweek, markets briefly stabilized after reports of a potential 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, which improved investor sentiment. However, by Thursday, the S&P 500 entered correction territory, closing more than 10% below its recent peak, as fears of a global economic slowdown intensified. Despite a strong rally on Friday, where the S&P 500 gained 2.1% and the Nasdaq surged 2.6%, the major indexes ended the week with significant losses, marking the fourth consecutive week of declines.
Stocks Worthy of Attention:
- Nvidia (NVDA): The company’s stock surged 4.6% on Friday, ahead of its upcoming GTC conference, where new AI and graphics innovations are anticipated.
- Tesla (TSLA): Despite recent market volatility, Tesla’s stock rebounded 3.9% on Friday, following reports of plans to produce a lower-cost Model Y in its Shanghai factory, aiming to capture a broader consumer base.
- Oracle (ORCL): The company’s shares rose 1.1% on Friday, continuing an upward trend following the announcement of a joint venture with SoftBank and OpenAI, linked to a $500 billion AI investment initiative.
- Netflix (NFLX): The streaming giant’s stock climbed 3.1% on Friday, building on gains from the previous week after reporting a record increase in new subscribers.
- Procter & Gamble (PG): Despite broader market declines, P&G’s stock remained relatively stable, reflecting its status as a defensive play amid economic uncertainty.
Please note that stock market investments carry inherent risks, and past performance does not guarantee future results.
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