Trade tensions are rising. Central banks are reacting. Markets are on edge.
How should investors position themselves in the face of growing uncertainty?
In our latest market update video, Portfolio Manager Ashna Tameswar provides a comprehensive analysis of April’s market volatility and what investors can expect as we move deeper into Q2 2025.
April’s Market Shakeup
The past month witnessed one of the most significant market downturns since the 2020 pandemic crash, triggered by President Trump’s April 2nd announcement of sweeping tariffs affecting virtually every sector of the U.S. economy. While American indices suffered substantial losses across the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq, European markets demonstrated surprising resilience, buoyed by the ECB’s strategic rate cut to 2.25%.
Central Banks Respond
The diverging approaches of major central banks highlight the complex economic landscape:
- European Central Bank moved decisively with a 0.25% rate cut
- Federal Reserve maintained current rates despite mounting political pressure
- Bank of England signaled potential cuts as trade tensions may drive inflation lower
What This Means For Your Portfolio
As trade negotiations between the U.S. and China continue to evolve, investment strategies may need recalibration. The IMF’s downward revision of global growth to 2.8% for 2025 underscores the potential long-term impact of current trade policies.
Watch the full video where Ashna breaks down these developments and provides actionable insights for navigating the uncertain markets ahead.
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