Global markets jumped as the U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day tariff truce, easing trade tensions and lifting investor sentiment. But with no long-term agreement in sight, the rally may be more relief than resolution.

Apple reported a 5% increase in total revenue in Q2 2025, driven by a 12% jump in Services and a modest iPhone sales gain. Investors, however, focused on China weakness and margin pressure, sending the stock down after hours.

The Dow Jones surged 500 points, but investor sentiment remains shaky as President Trump’s tariff threats stir trade policy uncertainty ahead of an April 2 deadline, leaving markets braced for more drama than direction.

Wall Street saw a sharp decline as the Nasdaq Composite dropped 4%, the Dow Jones fell 900 points, and recession fears intensified following weak economic data and President Trump’s warning of a ‘period of transition’, leaving investors bracing for further market turbulence.

This past week, the financial world delivered its usual dose of drama, featuring stock market rollercoasters, yet another round of tech layoffs, and trade policies.

Tesla’s stock tumbled 8% after Elon Musk unveiled a controversial subscription-based car ownership model, raising concerns that the company is shifting focus to gimmicks while struggling with falling sales and growing competition.

Despite tariff threats from President Trump, tech stocks surged as strong earnings, AI optimism, and resilient demand fueled investor confidence in the sector’s long-term growth.

AI stocks are skyrocketing as companies like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Google pour billions into artificial intelligence, but while some see it as the future, others warn of an impending tech bubble.

Biden assured Americans their deposits are safe and promised stronger regulation following the largest U.S. bank failure since 2008.