TOPLINE SUMMARY: Stocks surged on Monday after President Trump signaled potential tariff adjustments, fueling a rally in tech, cryptocurrency stocks, and major indices despite ongoing economic concerns.

The stock market saw a significant surge on Monday after President Donald Trump suggested scaling back tariffs set to go into effect on April 2. This unexpected announcement brought relief to investors and triggered a rally across major indices, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining 2.3%, the S&P 500 rising 1.8%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping 1.4%—adding nearly 600 points.

Market Rally Fueled by Trump’s Tariff Adjustment

In a statement to reporters, Trump hinted that the reciprocal tariffs might not fully match the levels imposed by foreign nations on U.S. goods. Additionally, the administration is considering delaying tariffs on specific products, such as autos, lumber, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. This shift in tone reassured markets that the administration might adopt a more pragmatic approach.

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However, Trump remained firm on imposing a 25% tariff on countries importing Venezuelan oil, further pressuring nations like China, India, and European customers to reconsider their energy trade with Venezuela.

Tech Giants Lead the Charge

Monday’s rally was particularly rewarding for big tech stocks, often referred to as the “Magnificent 7.” Tesla shares soared by nearly 12%, paring its year-to-date decline to 27%. Other tech majors followed suit, with Meta climbing 3.7%, Amazon up 3.6%, and Nvidia increasing 3.2%. Even Apple and Microsoft saw gains, albeit more modest at 1.1% and 0.5%, respectively.

BYD Outshines Tesla in Revenue

In other news, BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, reported 2024 revenue of 777 billion yuan ($107 billion), surpassing Tesla’s $97.7 billion. Though Tesla still leads in profitability, BYD’s growing net margin is closing the gap, signaling fierce competition in the EV market.

Crypto Stocks and Risk Appetite

The rally also extended to cryptocurrency stocks, as investors embraced riskier assets amid rising token prices. MicroStrategy, now holding over 500,000 bitcoins, jumped 10%, while Coinbase and Robinhood posted gains of 6% and 8%, respectively.

Economic Warning Signs Remain

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Despite the market’s optimism, the flash manufacturing PMI for March revealed a decline in U.S. manufacturing, raising concerns about the broader economy’s trajectory. Citi economists noted the economy may be slowing, casting a shadow over the day’s gains.

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