Peakfolio Team
Mar 9, 2026
Between March 2 and March 9, U.S. equity markets fell sharply as tariff announcements escalated and recession concerns began to surface among investors.
Markets experienced a pronounced decline as investors reacted to fresh tariff measures that exceeded prior expectations. The selloff was broad-based, with cyclical, industrial, and consumer-facing sectors bearing the brunt of the pressure. Elevated uncertainty around global trade drove a swift re-pricing of risk assets, and volatility expanded as participants rushed to reduce exposure.
The week marked a notable shift in tone, with investors increasingly questioning the durability of corporate earnings against a backdrop of rising input costs and weaker consumer sentiment. Safe-haven assets attracted interest as equity positioning turned more defensive. Markets ended the week at multi-month lows, with investors awaiting further policy clarity before reassessing risk.