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title: Market Thoughts for April 2025 [Video]
description: How did the markets and economy do in March, and are there risks ahead? Find out in our Market Thoughts video from Commonwealth's Brad McMillan.
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# [Market Thoughts for April 2025 \[Video\]](https://blog.commonwealth.com/independent-market-observer/market-thoughts-for-april-2025-video)

 Written by [Brad McMillan, CFA®, CFP®](https://blog.commonwealth.com/independent-market-observer/author/brad-mcmillan-cfa-caia-mai) | Apr 2, 2025, 1:17:41 PM

March was a tough month for U.S. stocks, as all three major indices were down for the month and quarter. Bonds performed better, as falling interest rates supported prices, and developed and emerging markets both ended the quarter positively. Hiring and inflation also improved, and the solid economic backdrop should keep driving earnings growth. Despite this, we continue to face uncertainty—including tariff concerns and weakening consumer confidence.

Will these risks rattle the markets? Stay tuned to my latest [Market Thoughts video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1071501859?h=1b11caf9aa) to find out.

[View full post](https://blog.commonwealth.com/independent-market-observer/market-thoughts-for-april-2025-video)

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