During the week of April 14 to April 18, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced significant volatility, influenced by escalating trade tensions and policy announcements. Below is a summary table of the performance of major stock market indexes:​

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

Weekly Market Summary:

The week commenced with a rally on Monday, as President Trump’s temporary relaxation of tariffs, including those affecting smartphones and electronics, boosted investor sentiment. However, markets reversed course midweek following the announcement of tightened export restrictions on chips to China, leading to significant declines in technology stocks. Nvidia, for instance, projected a $5.5 billion loss due to the ban on its AI chips in China, resulting in a 6.5% drop in its shares. The European Central Bank’s decision to cut interest rates for the seventh time in a year, coupled with President Trump’s public criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, further unsettled investors. By week’s end, major indexes had posted notable losses, with the S&P 500 down 2.5%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 2.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite down 2.6%.

Stocks Worthy of Attention:

• Nvidia (NVDA): The semiconductor company’s shares fell 6.5% after announcing anticipated losses due to new U.S. export restrictions on AI chips to China. ​
• UnitedHealth Group (UNH): Shares plunged 22.4% on Friday following disappointing earnings, significantly impacting the Dow Jones Industrial Average. ​
• Affirm Holdings (AFRM): The financial technology company’s stock is expected to offer substantial upside potential, driven by strong revenue growth and strategic partnerships. ​
• CME Group (CME): The world’s largest futures exchange is experiencing solid earnings estimate revisions, suggesting bullish prospects amid market volatility. ​
• Coca-Cola (KO): UBS has identified Coca-Cola as well-positioned to withstand ongoing economic uncertainty and trade tensions, noting strong investor sentiment despite concerns over U.S. trends and international performance.

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

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