The S&P 500 bounced back on Friday, cutting intraday losses but still closing the week in the red as investors digested soft employment data and ongoing trade policy shifts.

Market Performance Overview

📉 Weekly Recap:

• S&P 500: +0.5% on Friday but down for the week.
• NASDAQ Composite: +0.7%, recovering from earlier declines.
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: +222 points (+0.5%).

Despite the rebound, trade policy volatility continues to weigh on investor sentiment.

Trump's Tariff Moves Stir Market Uncertainty

• Reciprocal tariffs on Canada could start immediately instead of the original April 2 deadline.
• A temporary exemption was granted for Canada and Mexico under USMCA, postponing 25% tariffs until April 2.

Investor Concerns & Market Volatility

• Trade war fears may hamper consumer spending and business investments.
• Uncertainty around tariff exemptions adds to market instability.
• Soft employment data raises concerns about economic resilience.

Tracking Market Trends

🔍 Relevant APIs for Market Insights:

• Market Most Active API - Monitor the most traded stocks amid volatility.
• Earnings Calendar API - Stay updated on company earnings reports impacting market trends.

Final Thoughts

With trade tensions escalating and economic data mixed, investors are navigating a highly uncertain market environment. The upcoming tariff decisions and economic indicators will be key drivers of market direction in the coming weeks.