Peakfolio Team
Mar 17, 2025
Between March 10 and March 17, global financial markets continued to face elevated volatility driven by a combination of trade tensions, softening economic data, and policy uncertainty.
The S&P 500 officially slipped into correction territory after falling more than 10% from its February highs, while the Nasdaq and Dow Jones Industrial Average also experienced notable declines.
Much of the weakness stemmed from renewed trade disputes and investor caution surrounding potential shifts in U.S. economic policy. Meanwhile, inflation reports showed mixed results, leaving markets uncertain about the Federal Reserve’s next move. Gold prices surged past $3,000 per ounce for the first time, as investors sought safety amid the turbulence.
Despite a week dominated by selling, markets found some footing late in the week. The S&P 500 posted a modest rebound Friday, trimming some of its losses. Many analysts see this as a natural correction rather than the start of a prolonged downturn. As earnings season approaches, investor attention will remain focused on upcoming data and central bank communication for clues about whether the current pullback stabilizes or deepens.