投資週記 April 05, 2025
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Date: April 05, 2025
1. Executive Summary
Market Overview:
U.S. equity markets are in significant correction mode following a steep two-day selloff driven by escalating U.S.–China trade tensions and tariff retaliations. The S&P 500 has fallen 5.97% (a ~10% two-day drop with a market cap loss of approximately $5.4 trillion), the Dow Jones is down 5.5%, and the Nasdaq, which is now down 22% from its all-time high, has dropped 5.82%—pushing it into bear market territory. The Russell 2000 and Nasdaq 100 have also posted notable declines. The VIX surged 51%, reaching its highest level since March 2020.Sector Highlights:
Technology, particularly the “Magnificent 7” (which lost $1.4 trillion in market cap this week), and semiconductor stocks are bearing the brunt of the selloff. Major tech names like Tesla (↓10.4%), Nvidia (↓7.4%), Apple (↓7.3%), Meta (↓5.1%), Amazon (↓4.2%), Microsoft (↓3.6%), and Alphabet (↓3.2%) have all seen significant losses. In the semiconductor space, indices and stocks—including the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index (↓7.6%), Micron (↓13%), Intel (↓11.5%), AMD (↓8.6%), and TSMC (US ADR, ↓6.7%)—are under pressure. AI stocks and the banking sector are also hit amid rising recession fears.Global & Macro Trends:
China’s retaliatory move to impose 34% tariffs and restrictions on rare earth exports, combined with fears of a deepening trade war, have intensified recession concerns. Safe-haven flows have pushed Treasury yields lower, while oil and other commodities have tumbled sharply.
2. Market Update
Major Index Performance:
S&P 500: Down 5.97% today (a two-day decline of ~10%, market cap loss of $5.4 trillion)
Dow Jones: Down 5.5%
Nasdaq: Down 5.82% (down 22% from its all-time high, now in bear market territory)
Russell 2000: Down 4.37%
Nasdaq 100: Down 6.01% (weekly loss: 11.23%)
Volatility:
VIX Index: Up 51%, the highest since March 2020
Catalysts:
Tariff Impact: China's announcement of 34% tariffs and restrictions on rare earth exports, in response to U.S. policies, has amplified recession fears.
Bond Market Rally: The 2-year Treasury yield has fallen by 20 basis points to 3.65%, and the 10-year yield by 26 basis points to 3.99%, as investors seek safe-haven assets.
Commodities: Oil prices (WTI and Brent) have tumbled by over 6-7%, with metals such as gold, silver, and copper also reporting significant weekly declines.
Visual Insight:
Chart 1: Major Index performance and VIX trend (illustrates sharp equity declines alongside a spike in volatility)
3. Sector & Stock Performance
Technology Selloff – “Magnificent 7”:
Combined market cap loss of $1.4 trillion this week
Tesla: ↓10.4%
Nvidia: ↓7.4%
Apple: ↓7.3%
Meta: ↓5.1%
Amazon: ↓4.2%
Microsoft: ↓3.6%
Alphabet: ↓3.2%
Semiconductors:
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index: Down 7.6%
Micron: ↓13%
Intel: ↓11.5%
AMD: ↓8.6%
TSMC (US ADR): ↓6.7%
AI Stocks:
Applovin: ↓16.3%
Palantir: ↓11.5%
BullFrog AI: ↓7.8%
Dell: ↓7.2%
Banking Sector:
KBW Bank Index: Down 6.6%
Goldman Sachs: ↓7.9%
Citigroup: ↓7.8%
Bank of America: ↓7.6%
JPMorgan & Morgan Stanley: ↓7.5%
Wells Fargo: ↓7.2%
Visual Insight:
Chart 2: Sector Performance Breakdown (highlights the relative weakness in tech, semiconductors, and banking sectors)
Risk Management & Outlook
Downside Risks:
Escalating Trade Tensions: Continued U.S.–China trade conflict could further disrupt supply chains and weigh on economic growth.
Recession Fears: With tightening global conditions and rising tariff pressures, the risk of a recession looms, potentially impacting earnings across sectors.
Inflation Concerns: Persistent inflation may compel the Fed to maintain higher rates for longer, further pressuring high-growth tech stocks.
Upside Catalysts:
Safe-Haven Rally: Bond markets are showing resilience, and safe-haven assets may provide cushion if equities continue to decline.
Long-Term Structural Trends: Despite the current selloff, the underlying secular trends in AI, advanced semiconductors, and technology adoption remain strong.