The S&P 500 (SPX) has mirrored the Nasdaq's weakness, suffering severe losses and declining over 16% from its record highs. In the last two days alone, SPX dropped 6%, underscoring market panic. Currently, the index is testing a significant technical zone at 5151—the second stage of its corrective cycle identified in December's analysis.

President Trump will announce widespread tariffs on April 2, an event he’s referring to as “Liberation Day.” Related: Jim Cramer offers blunt one-word reaction to 20% tariffs The fact that Liberation Day may determine what happens to stocks next has caught the attention of veteran analyst Tom Lee of FundStrat.

The first quarter of 2025 was quite a roller coaster for investors.

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As "Liberation Day" approaches, the S&P 500 is selling off in anticipation of more tariffs. Investors aren't expecting relief from market volatility once April 2nd tariffs go into effect.

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Experts say mortgage interest rates could see volatility with the increased risk of a global trade war and recession.

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Robinhood stock was up again on Tuesday, rising about 1.4% after the opening bell. It is now up about 30% year-to-date and 164% over the past year. Its P/E ratio, while still a bit high at 31, has come down from 64 at the end of the year.

While the "Magnificent Seven" stocks have been some of the best investments over the past few years, they've been poor performers in 2025. Investors are moving their money from stocks they deem risky to either cash or safer investments,