#USStockDrop

U.S. stock markets plummeted in April 2025, driven by President Trump’s aggressive tariff policies. On April 2, dubbed “Liberation Day,” sweeping tariffs sparked panic selling, with the S&P 500 dropping 6.65% and Nasdaq losing 1,600 points on April 3, the worst since 2020. The Dow fell 1,700 points amid fears of a U.S.-China trade war escalation and potential recession. Volatility surged, with the VIX hitting levels unseen since the COVID-19 crash. Despite a brief rally after a 90-day tariff pause, uncertainty persisted, with markets closing lower, reflecting ongoing trade policy concerns.

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