U.S. equity markets ended their nine-day winning streak on Monday, with major indices retreating and gold prices rallying sharply—a clear sign of renewed risk aversion. Investors are increasingly cautious ahead of this week’s Federal Reserve policy meeting and lingering uncertainty around U.S.-China trade relations. Trade Tensions Resurface, Weighing on Market Sentiment Market confidence was rattled after former President Trump proposed…

Global and U.S. stock markets ended last week on a strong note, supported by solid April job data, better-than-expected corporate earnings, and signs of easing trade tensions. The S&P 500 extended its rally with a ninth consecutive daily gain, marking an impressive winning streak. This week, investor focus shifts to the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting and ongoing U.S.-China trade developments—both…

U.S. economic data released Wednesday painted a mixed picture, with growing concerns over economic momentum. The Q1 2025 Preliminary GDP came in at -0.3%, sharply down from +2.4% in Q4 2024 and well below market expectations—fueling fears of a potential recession. On the inflation front, the March PCE Price Index showed further easing. Headline inflation dropped to 2.3% YoY (from…