The US stock markets displayed a mixed yet slightly positive performance on April 9, 2025, with the Nasdaq leading the way with a 1.25% increase. In contrast, global markets experienced a sharp decline due to escalating US-China trade tensions. The US bond market encountered turmoil, resulting in the 30-year Treasury yield crossing the 5% mark. Concurrently, the dollar saw a weakening trend, whereas gold prices surged, reflecting investors’ preference for safer assets.