What is leading the underperformance? The Russell 2000 is less weighted in technology stocks compared to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Large-cap tech stocks have driven much of the recent market gains, benefiting indices heavily weighted in these sectors. Small-cap stocks, which dominate the Russell 2000, are more susceptible to economic uncertainties too. In contrast, Read More…
Equities soared on Monday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq reaching record highs. This increase came from technology stocks, which rallied on AI optimism. At the same time, investors were awaiting more clues from policymakers and economic data on the outlook for US rate cuts. S&P 500 index (Source: Bloomberg) Shares of major technology Read More…
Currency futures fell as the dollar rose amid increased safe-haven demand due to political uncertainty in the Eurozone. However, some currencies, like the Canadian dollar, defied this trend due to upbeat domestic data. It was a bearish week for the euro as investors dumped the currency after the announcement of a snap French election. French Read More…
Understanding the Recent Surge in NASDAQ and US Equity Markets Over the past week, the NASDAQ and other US equity markets have surged. This rally can be attributed to favorable economic data, strong corporate earnings, historical market patterns, and legislative support. One of the primary drivers behind the market’s recent strength is the softer inflation Read More…
Interest futures surged Thursday while Treasury yields fell to new lows in the month due to increased bets for a Fed cut in September. Prices are heading for a bullish week marked by softer US consumer and producer inflation numbers. Interest futures reversed most gains last week on Friday when the US released a blockbuster Read More…
Introduction Crude Oil Futures (CL) dropped dramatically for five straight sessions last week. CL dropped a total of 10.5% from the high of Wednesday 5th in those five days. There was a support level at around $76 that was taken out which is likely what lead to the sharp decline but the story changed quickly. Read More…
Oil prices rose on Wednesday amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East and softer-than-expected US inflation data. However, a slightly hawkish Fed policy meeting at the end of the day capped gains. The ceasefire talks led by the US in the Middle East experienced challenges as Hamas made some unreasonable demands. As a result, this Read More…
Gold prices edged lower on Tuesday as the dollar rose to a four-week peak, making the yellow expensive and reducing demand. Investors were on the sidelines on Monday and Tuesday as they awaited Wednesday’s crucial inflation report and the Fed policy meeting. Markets have been preparing for this month’s inflation report since the last one Read More…
Introduction The Dow Jones futures (YM) have lagged behind the other indices in 2024. The industrial average has still put in some good gains, up 11% for the past year but only 2.9% YTD. The S&P 500 (ES) is up 22% for the past year. Do we think its time for the Dow to catch Read More…
Equities closed slightly higher on Monday amid caution ahead of the US consumer inflation report and the Fed policy meeting on Wednesday. This follows a drop on Friday as investors scaled back expectations for a September Fed cut after a positive employment report. The bullish momentum on Monday for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Read More…
