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The financial markets experienced a remarkable surge in New York City, with the S&P 500 rising by 9.5% following President Trump’s announcement of a 90-day tariff pause. The Dow Jones gained nearly 3000 points, while the Nasdaq Composite saw its largest increase since January 2001. Major tech stocks, including Tesla and Nvidia, soared, and the energy sector benefited as well. Analysts noted the potential economic implications of this rally amidst ongoing tariff uncertainties.

Stocks Soar in New York: A Day to Remember on Wall Street

In a shocking turn of events, the financial markets took off like a rocket in New York City, leaving traders buzzing with excitement. On the back of President Trump’s announcement regarding a 90-day tariff pause, the brief moment of economic clarity led the S&P 500 to rise a remarkable 9.5%. This marks the largest one-day gain for the index since October 2008, a day that many will not soon forget.

Big Gains Across the Board

The stock surge didn’t stop there. The Dow Jones Industrial Average recorded an increase of nearly 3,000 points, closing up 7.87%. Even the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite jumped by a stunning 12.16%, achieving its most significant single-day rise since January 2001. When all was said and done, around 30 billion shares were traded, setting a new record for Wall Street as the heaviest volume day.

What’s Behind the Spike?

So, what led to this massive uptick? President Trump revealed a pause on previously imposed “reciprocal” tariffs which had been a hot topic of discussion and concern among economists and investors alike. During this pause, a base tariff of 10% will apply, while imports from China will see a hefty increase to 125%. While traders were initially cautious about tariff impacts, the announcement undeniably triggered a rally on Wall Street.

Tech and Airlines Hit the Stratosphere

The response from major tech companies was nothing short of phenomenal. Tech stocks like Tesla, Nvidia, and Apple all saw their shares surge dramatically. Tesla shares jumped over 22%, while Nvidia climbed nearly 19%. Meanwhile, airline stocks also joined the party, with Delta Air Lines and United Airlines soaring by over 20% as investors welcomed signs of relief.

The Energy Sector Rises

4%, hitting about $62.70 per barrel after experiencing a tumultuous round of lows in recent weeks.

Interest Rates and Economic Outlook

10-year Treasury note increased to around 4.4%, having briefly spiked as high as 4.52%. While this surge in yields could make borrowing more expensive, some analysts noted it as a sign of investor optimism following the tariff news.

Market Sentiment: From Fear to Rally

12% from its high. Economists had voiced serious concerns about the negative impact tariffs could have on American trade, even suggesting a looming risk of recession. In fact, Goldman Sachs took a decisive swing in its recession forecast, lowering its probability from 65% to 45% after the announcement. However, despite the tremendous gains, the S&P 500 still lags behind its peak in February by about 11.2%.

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