​During the week of March 24 to March 28, 2025, major U.S. stock market indexes experienced significant volatility, influenced by trade policy developments and inflation concerns. Below is a summary table of their performance:​

Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest whole number.​

Weekly Market Summary:

The week began on a positive note, with major indexes rallying due to optimism that President Trump’s upcoming tariffs might be less severe than anticipated. However, midweek, the administration announced a 25% tariff on all imported cars, set to take effect on April 2, leading to a sharp sell-off in automotive stocks and broader market declines. On Thursday, the S&P 500 slipped 0.3%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.5%. Friday saw further significant losses across all major indexes, driven by concerns over rising inflation and slowing economic growth amid escalating trade tensions. By the end of the week, the S&P 500 had declined 2.4%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 2.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 4.8%, reflecting heightened market volatility and investor uncertainty.​

Stocks Worthy of Attention:

• General Motors (GM): The automaker’s stock fell sharply after the announcement of new auto tariffs, reflecting investor concerns over potential impacts on sales and profitability.​
• Lululemon Athletica (LULU): Shares dropped 14.2% on Friday after the company warned of a potential slowdown in revenue growth, citing decreased consumer spending due to inflation and economic concerns.​
• Tesla (TSLA): Despite broader market declines, Tesla’s stock held up relatively well, as investors viewed the company as less exposed to the announced auto tariffs.​
• American Water Works (AWK): The utility company’s stock rose 2.2% on Friday, as investors sought safer assets amid market volatility.​
• CoreWeave (CRWV): The cloud platform company’s stock debuted on the Nasdaq with volatility, reflecting investor caution in the current market environment.​

Please note that stock market investments carry inherent risks, and past performance does not guarantee future results.

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