By Park-Elm|
2025-04-01T13:58:22+00:00
April 1st, 2025|General, Markets, Quarterly Market Review|
- U.S. markets experienced a turbulent Q1, as concerns about impending tariffs, inflation and economic growth amid the backdrop of geopolitical tensions spooked investors. Although the S&P 500® achieved three all-time closing highs, the index subsequently dipped briefly into correction territory in March. A rally on the final trading day of the month was a welcome relief, but The 500™ closed out the quarter with a 4% decline, posting its worst quarterly loss since 2022.
- Mid and small caps fared worse than their large-cap peers, with the S&P MidCap 400® and S&P SmallCap 600® falling by 6% and 9%, respectively. Uncertainty over the economy and future trajectory of potential Fed rate cuts weighed on investor sentiment.
- Sector performance was mixed for the quarter. Energy, Health Care and Consumer Staples led the way, while Information Technology and Consumer Discretionary dropped by 13% and 14%, respectively. Notably, Energy and Utilities were the only sectors to post gains in March. dashboard-us-2025-03
