US equities rose on Monday because of weaker-than-expected manufacturing data, which increased the likelihood of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Meanwhile, a New York Stock Exchange malfunction caused some trading gaps in most equities. US manufacturing (Source: ISM) There was a bit more rate-cut optimism in the markets on Monday, which improved Read More…
Equities ended down on Monday as Treasury yields rose due to geopolitical tensions and upbeat US data. However, they had rallied earlier in the session due to positive earnings reports from financial institutions. Tensions in the Middle East after Iran’s attack on Israel sent US yields up as investors scrambled for safety. There are worries Read More…
Equities fluctuated on Monday but closed slightly down as investors waited on the sidelines for more high-impact economic releases from the US. Additionally, they awaited more policy clues from Fed Chair Jerome Powell in his testimony before Congress on Wednesday. Notably, the S&P 500 reached temporary highs during the session, propelled by rallies in stocks Read More…
On Monday, US equities surged as investors anticipated a week packed with mega-cap earnings, economic data, and the Fed’s monetary policy meeting. All three major US stock indexes moved higher. The Nasdaq, focused on tech stocks, led with the most significant percentage gain. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 set another record closing high. Ryan Detrick, Chief Read More…
On Monday, equities rallied as the S&P 500 set another record high, driven by gains in tech stocks. Meanwhile, investors awaited corporate reports for insights into this year’s profit outlook. Additionally, on Friday, the S&P 500 confirmed its bull market status since its low on October 12. Top tech companies like Microsoft and Apple will Read More…
On Monday, US equities gained modestly and closed at new yearly highs. This occurred ahead of key market events this week, including inflation readings and the Federal Reserve’s policy announcement. These events will strongly affect investors’ expectations of interest rates. Many market watchers now believe the central bank has completed its interest rate hike cycle Read More…
