Stocks, bonds still down in April as investors brace for volatility after Trump tariff pause - MarketWatch
1. President Trump paused tariffs, causing market volatility and gains. 2. S&P 500 surged but is down 2.8% in April. 3. Investors are worried about inflation amid trade tensions. 4. Junk bond spreads widened, indicating market anxiety. 5. Short-term government bonds attract flows as risk aversion increases.