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Global Markets Surge as Trade Negotiation Hopes Grow

U.S. and international stock indices rebound sharply following tariff-induced turmoil, with signs of potential trade deals fueling optimism.

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A screen displays financial information on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

Overview

  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 948 points, or 2.5%, by midday Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posting significant gains.
  • Global markets mirrored the recovery, with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 6%, Europe's STOXX 600 up 2.7%, and Canada's TSX composite index climbing 134 points.
  • President Trump signaled progress in trade talks, citing a positive call with South Korea and expressing openness to negotiations with China.
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that nearly 70 countries have approached the U.S. to discuss rebalancing global trade and adjusting tariffs.
  • The rebound follows Monday's historic trading volume and steep losses, which raised recession fears after sweeping tariffs were imposed last week.