Day Traders Diary

April 11, 2025

The major averages finished on a highlight following one of the most volatile weeks in history as US and China go tik for tak on trade tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 619 points, or 1.56%, and closed at 40,212. The S&P 500 rose 95 points or 1.8% to... Read More

April 10, 2025

  The major averages gave back some of their historic gains from Wednesday closing down over 3% in the S&P 500 and down over a 1000 points in the Dow after announcing a 90-day reprieve on some of his "reciprocal" tariffs to all countries except for China. The Dow Jones Industrial Average... Read More

April 9, 2025

  The major averages surged to their best day in five years as President Trump reverses course, signaling a 90 day pause on most tariffs and reciprocal tariffs except on China. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 2962 points, or 7%. The S&P 500 rose 474 points or 9% for its... Read More

April 8, 2025

The major averages reversed course as a relief rally of 3% or more faded in the afternoon as investor anxiety returned ahead of President Donald Trump's next tariff deadline that will see a cumulative tariff of 104% slapped on China just after midnight. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 320... Read More

April 7, 2025

The major averages went on another wild ride with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rallying into the green this afternoon only to fall back into the red. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 349 points after falling over 1000 points on the open for the third straight day. The S&P... Read More

April 4, 2025

The stock market had second dramatic down day as China retaliated with new tariffs on U.S. goods, sparking fears President Donald Trump has ignited a global trade war that will lead to a recession. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2,231 points, or 5.5%, to 38,314 on Friday, the biggest... Read More

April 3, 2025

The major averages took a nosedive today with the S&P 500 back into correction territory, after President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs of at least 10% and even higher for some countries, raising the risks of a global trade war that hits the already sputtering U.S. economy. The Dow Jones... Read More

April 2, 2025

The major averages reversed course today, closing higher for a second straight day ahead of President Trumps press conference on trade tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 235 points, or 0.56% after falling more than 1% earlier in the day. The S&P 500 rose 37 points or 0.67%. The... Read More

April 1, 2025

The major averages closed in the green with only the Dow modestly lower as the markets await clarity from President Donald Trump regarding his tariff policy rollout even as the face weaker-than-expected economic data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 11 points. The S&P 500 rose 21 points while the... Read More

March 31, 2025

  The major averages closed mixed, but reversed course ahead of President Trump's April 2nd tariff plan. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 417 points, or 1%, to settle at 42,001. The S&P 500 rose 30 points or 0.55%, reversing a 1.65% decline to a six month low earlier in the... Read More

March 27, 2025

After a number of volatile weeks, the averages have quieted down the last two days even as more trade tariffs are set to kick in next week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 50 points on the day. A nice 4% bounce off the March lows, but still negative... Read More

March 25, 2025

The major averages eke out a gain on one of the lowest volatility days we have had in some time. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 4 points to settle at 42,587. The S&P 500 rose 9 points while the Nasdaq Composite gained 83 points or 0.46% to end at... Read More

March 24, 2025

  The major averages performed well to start the new week as investors are optimistic, at least today, that President Donald Trump may hold back from implementing some of his wide-ranging tariff plans and limit any economic slowdown from the tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 597 points, or 1.4%.... Read More

March 22, 2025

  The major averages eked out a gain and snapped a four-week losing streak as the US trade policy and tariff turmoil keeps many investors are the sidelines. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 32 points. The S&P 500 rose 4 points while the Nasdaq rose 92 points or 0.52%. The... Read More

March 20, 2025

The major averages had half a percent moves to the downside and upside before closing virtually unchanged as the U.S. economic growth continues to weigh on investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 11 points to close to 41,953. The S&P 500 fell 12 points to 5662. The Nasdaq Composite... Read More

March 19, 2025

The major averages had a good day, a risk on day, as the Federal Reserve modestly cut their economic growth rate, but expects the economy to remain strong while also indicating they could cut interest rates two times this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 383 points or 0.92%.... Read More

March 18, 2025

The major averages renewed their downward trend after two strong days with nearly 1000 points to the upside for the Dow. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 260 points, or 0.6%. The S&P 500 fell 60 points or 1.07% while the Nasdaq Composite dropped 304 points or 1.7%. The tech sector... Read More

March 17, 2025

The major averages closed in the green on St Parick's Day, building on Friday's strong rally after a four-week rout on Wall Street exacerbated by President Donald Trump's tariff policy. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 353 points, or 0.85%, after a 600 point rally on Friday. The S&P 500... Read More

March 14, 2025

The major averages ended the week on a high note as investors got a reprieve from tariff-related headlines. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 674 points, or 1.66%, to close at 41,488. The S&P 500 rose 117 points or 2.13% to end at 5,638 while the Nasdaq Composite advanced 451... Read More

March 13, 2025

  The major averages continue to correct continuing their three-week market correction due in part to the trade tariff threats from President Donald Trump. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 537 points, or 1.3%, marking its fourth day of declines and closing at 40,813. The S&P 500 fell 77 points or... Read More

March 12, 2025

The major averages closed mixed, a minor victory, thanks to tame inflation data, easing concerns about the economy. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 82 points, or 0.2%, to 41,350. The S&P 500 rose 27 points or 0.49% while the Nasdaq rose 212 points or 1.22%. The beaten down tech sector... Read More

March 11, 2025

The major averages closed lower once again as the sell-off continues as the S&P 500 is on the brink of a correction or a 10% pullback from its high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 478 points, or 1.14%. The S&P 500 fell 42 points or 0.75% while the Nasdaq... Read More

March 10, 2025

The major averages took a hit today as the three-week sell-off intensified on Monday, with investors worried that tariff policy uncertainty would tip the economy into a recession, something President Donald Trump did not rule out over the weekend in an interview. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 890 points,... Read More

March 7, 2025

The major averages went on a roller coaster ride today as they finished their worst week in several months as investors and companies try to figure out the administrations trade policies. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 222 points after being down over 400 points this morning. The S&P 500... Read More

March 6, 2025

      The volatility continued today as the latest concessions from the White House on President Donald Trump's controversial tariff policies failed to calm rattled investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 427 points lower, or 1%, after falling more than 600 points at session lows. The S&P 500 fell 104 points... Read More

March 5, 2025

The major averages closed higher following back-to-back losses and at least the fifth day in a row of 1% moves following President Donald Trump's address to Congress and more trade tariff concerns. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 485 points after falling 1300 poitns the last two days. The S&P... Read More

March 4, 2025

The major averages were lower as President Donald Trump's tariffs on key trade partners like Mexico, Canada and China took effect with prompt retaliatory measures, triggering a global trade war and escalating fears of a national and global economic  slowdown. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 670 points, or 1.55%... Read More

March 3, 2025

The major averages reverse course after a big up day to end February last week as President Donald Trump's stance on upcoming tariffs and his position on Ukraine raise economic and geopolitical concerns. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 649 points, or 1.48%. The S&P 500 fell 104 points or... Read More

February 28, 2025

The major averages soared into the close wrapping up a volatile week and a losing month for the major averages even as talks between President Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy unraveled in the Oval Office infront of the media, raising concerns about heightened geopolitical risks. The Dow Jones Industrial... Read More

February 27, 2025

The major averages pulled back today with losses in the tech heavy Nasdaq accelerating in the afternoon on weakness in tech darling, Nvidia. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 193 points, or 0.45%, to finish at 43,239. The S&P 500 fell 94 points or 1.59% while the Nasdaq dropped 530... Read More

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