
It’s been a tale of two stock markets so far in 2025, with major indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq crashing to one-year lows in early April and then rallying to record highs three months later.
Much of the volatility is due to President Donald Trump’s tariff plans, and those tariffs continue to be a driving force on Wall Street. Given the ongoing uncertainty, it’s not easy predicting what investments will do well in the months ahead. But some stocks and assets seem well positioned for growth no matter the broader environment.