The US stock markets displayed a mixed yet marginally positive performance on April 9, 2025, with the Nasdaq taking the lead with a 1.25% increase. However, global markets experienced a significant decline due to escalating trade tensions between the US and China. The US bond market encountered turmoil, resulting in the 30-year Treasury yield exceeding 5%. Simultaneously, the dollar depreciated, leading to a rise in gold prices as investors turned to safer assets amidst the market uncertainties.