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Sean H. & Jocelin A.
April 10, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes
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MARKET RECAP → Stocks dipped Thursday, pulling back from the historic rally sparked a day earlier when President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on some of his “reciprocal” tariffs. Despite the temporary relief, investors remained concerned that targeting China with steeper duties could still drag down economic activity.
INFLATION COOLS AS TARIFF TENSIONS SIMMER →📉 Inflation fell to 2.4% in March—its lowest since early 2021—but Trump’s looming tariffs may reheat prices and stall the Fed’s rate cut plans.
PRADA BUYS VERSACE TO CREATE ITALIAN FASHION POWERHOUSE → 🧵 Prada scooped up Versace for $1.375B to bolster its luxury lineup, betting that bold baroque flair plus Milanese minimalism equals market dominance.
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TODAY’S TOP NEWS
Inflation Cools As Tariff Tensions Simmer
📉 Headline Inflation Dropped to 2.4%: The consumer price index fell 0.1% in March, pulling annual inflation down to 2.4%—lower than expected and a drop from February’s 2.8%. Declining energy prices, especially a 6.3% fall in gasoline, helped offset increases in food and shelter costs.
🏠 Core Inflation Hit a 4-Year Low: Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, rose just 0.1% for the month and landed at 2.8% annually—the lowest level since March 2021. Used car prices slipped again, airline fares dropped 5.3%, and even prescription drug prices declined.
⚖️ Fed in a Bind as Tariff Talks Loom: Despite easing inflation, markets were cautious as President Trump’s tariff threats loom large. A delay in some duties and a new 90-day negotiation window brought some relief, but the Fed now faces a tricky balance between inflation risks and a slowing economy.
TODAY’S TOP NEWS
Prada Buys Versace
👠 Prada acquired Versace for $1.375B (including debt), combining two iconic Italian labels at a discount to Capri Holdings' 2018 purchase price. The deal strengthens Italy’s position in the luxury market, historically dominated by French giants.
🧵 Versace had been operating at a loss, while Prada continued to outperform despite a luxury slowdown. With Donatella Versace stepping down as creative head, Prada plans to modernize the brand while preserving its bold legacy.
💼 Prada Chairman Patrizio Bertelli called the acquisition a strategic evolution—unlike their past M&A missteps. CEO Andrea Guerra said unlocking Versace’s “huge potential” will take time, focus, and disciplined execution.
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