iShares S&P 100 ETF Price & Performance (OEF)

U.S. stock markets rallied today, with the Dow Jones rising 1.2%, the S&P 500 up 1.5%, and the Nasdaq gaining 1.8%. Reports suggest the Trump administration may reduce or exclude certain sectors from upcoming tariffs, fueling investor confidence. Tech stocks led the surge, with Tesla jumping 12% and other major players posting gains.1

Defensive ETFs are drawing attention as market uncertainty rises. Indicators like the Fear & Greed Index and the VIX signal caution, while Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway holds record cash reserves. Investors are turning to ETFs to mitigate risks, with defensive funds highlighted as a strategic option for weathering volatility.2

The FTSE 100 has gained 6.3% year-to-date, in contrast to the S&P 500's 4.5% decline. U.S. tech stocks, including Nvidia and Apple, have been hit hard, while the FTSE benefits from lower valuations and stability. Investors are increasingly eyeing the FTSE 100 for its resilience amid global market turbulence.3