Stocks experience worst week since 2020, falling 9% due to tariff concerns, slow recovery predicted.

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-08 17:26:00

The S&P 500 just experienced its worst week since the 2020 COVID-19 crash, falling roughly 9% due to tariff concerns. Experts predict a slower recovery this time, as market confidence wavers.

President Trump’s tariffs are expected to hit a century-high level, causing market instability and fears of a recession. The Fed may not immediately intervene, and tariffs could slow growth while boosting inflation.

Markets are reacting to each new tariff headline, causing uncertainty for businesses. This, combined with a cooling economy, points towards a slow recovery rather than a quick bounce back seen in 2020.

Experts warn that equities may be “dead money” for several months, with some predicting the S&P 500 to end flat or lower in 2025. The market landscape is shifting, with a focus on earnings and debt servicing rather than high-risk investments.



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