Trump on Wednesday stunned markets by awarding a 90-day reprieve on his "Liberation Day" reciprocal levies that had gone into effect less than 24 hours earlier, though he maintained a baseline tariff rate of 10% on most countries.
Gold prices extended gains on Thursday, driven by an escalating trade war between the United States and China, even after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for other countries.
China and Hong Kong shares ended higher on Thursday, as investors played down the latest U.S. tariff increase on Chinese imports and pinned their hopes on talks between the world's two largest economies as well as on market and policy support from state firms.
Global shares surged and a manic bond selloff stabilised on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would temporarily lower the hefty duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries.
The Indian market failed to hold the momentum and closed in the red on Wednesday tracking weak global cues.The BSE Sensex fell nearly 400 points while the Nifty50 closed below 22400 levels.
Global bond markets experienced turbulence following Donald Trump's tariff pause, triggering rapid unwinding of interest rate cut expectations. Australian and New Zealand bonds plunged, mirroring the US yield curve flattening, while Japan saw longer-end bonds face selling pressure. Instability is expected to persist as traders navigate uncertain trade negotiations and their impact on growth and inflation.
President Trump's unexpected pause on reciprocal tariffs triggered massive swings in the bond market, easing inflation fears and lifting investor sentiment. Yields on Treasuries fluctuate sharply, while emerging markets and stocks rallied. Traders reassessed Fed rate-cut expectations, and bond auction demand improved, reflecting a cautiously optimistic outlook amid global uncertainty.
Gold prices surged over 1% as investors sought refuge in the precious metal amid escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China. The U.S. hiked tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting concerns about global economic growth. Bullion recorded its best day since October 2023, fueled by expectations of interest rate cuts and geopolitical uncertainties.
Amidst President Trump's trade war, financial markets exhibit volatility, prompting investors to navigate unfamiliar terms. The article defines key concepts like bear markets, dead cat bounces, and capitulation, illustrating market downturns and potential rebounds. It also explains recessions, 'buying the dip,' and the significance of the 10-year Treasury note in gauging economic sentiment.
