Market Recap: May 8, 2025, global financial markets experienced a notable upswing, driven by positive developments in international trade and significant movements in the cryptocurrency sector

Craig Foster
May 8
2 min read

📈 U.S. Stock Market

Major U.S. stock indices closed higher:

Dow Jones Industrial Average: +254 points (+0.6%)
S&P 500: +33 points (+0.6%)
Nasdaq Composite: +1.1%CBS News

The market's uptick reflects investor optimism spurred by the trade agreement, which is expected to bolster various sectors of the economy.

U.S.-U.K. Trade Agreement Highlights

President Donald Trump and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new trade deal that includes:

Reduction of U.S. tariffs on U.K. automobiles from 27.5% to 10% for up to 100,000 vehicles annually.
Elimination of 25% tariffs on U.K. steel and aluminum exports.
Increased U.K. market access for U.S. agricultural products, including beef and ethanol, valued at over $700 million.
Streamlined customs procedures and enhanced cooperation on intellectual property, labor, and environmental standards.

While the agreement marks progress, a 10% baseline U.S. tariff on U.K. goods remains in place, and certain sectors await further negotiations.

💰 Cryptocurrency Market

Bitcoin's price surged past $101,000, driven by increased investor confidence and the broader positive sentiment from the trade deal. However, major Bitcoin ETFs like Grayscale and WisdomTree reported zero daily inflows, indicating a cautious approach from institutional investors.

🛢️ Commodities

Oil: Prices rose approximately 3%, with Brent crude settling at $62.84 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude at $59.91, influenced by the trade agreement's potential to boost economic activity.
Gold: Prices fell over 1% to $3,360 per ounce, as investors shifted towards riskier assets in light of the trade deal.

🌍 Global Economic Developments

The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4.25%, aiming to stimulate economic growth amid global trade uncertainties .

At Mainstreet Synergy Group, we remain committed to monitoring these developments to provide our clients with informed financial guidance.