Global Market Meltdown: Trade War Triggers Sell-Off Across Assets

Gold Slides 6% from All-Time High

Gold, typically a safe haven, dropped to a three-week low, down over 3% on Friday and 6% off its peak. Investors are selling to cover losses elsewhere as recession fears grip markets.

Oil Crashes 10% in a Week

WTI crude fell over 3% on Monday, after a 7% plunge Friday. With China hitting back with tariffs, oil demand forecasts are being slashed.
WTI lost 10.6%, Brent 10.9% last week—biggest weekly loss in months.

🇩🇪 DAX in Bear Market – Down 20%

Germany’s DAX fell to a 16-month low, now down 20% from its all-time high. Export-heavy European stocks are suffering as global trade slows.

🇺🇸 Dow Jones Down 18% – Worst 3-Day Drop Since 1987?

Wall Street futures signal a major drop. The Dow is now 18% off its high, as President Trump doubles down on tariffs, ignoring market chaos.

What’s Next?

• Expect more volatility across markets.

• Gold may rebound if panic cools.

• Oil remains under pressure.

• Equities risk deeper losses unless trade tensions ease.