The S&P 500 gained 1.6%, the Nasdaq jumped 2.5%, and international markets surged as investors priced in a Fed rate cut. Bond yields dropped on record auction demand, while gold topped $3,600 amid geopolitical tensions.
Markets began September cautiously, with stocks fluctuating on jobs data and tariff headlines while Treasuries rallied on Fed rate cut bets. Gold surged, oil slipped, and the labor market slowdown puts the Fed in focus ahead of this week’s CPI and sentiment readings.
U.S. markets ended the week slightly lower, with energy stocks outperforming and technology seeing post-earnings volatility. Bond markets signaled expectations for Fed rate cuts, while GDP revisions pointed to stronger Q2 growth. With consumer confidence softening and jobs data on deck, investors are eyeing key reports that could guide the Federal Reserve’s September decision.
Stocks rallied into the weekend after Fed Chair Powell signaled rate cuts may come as soon as September. The Dow and Russell 2000 led gains, Treasury yields fell, and oil prices climbed. Here’s what moved markets this week and what investors should watch in the days ahead.
U.S. equities advanced as Fed rate-cut hopes lifted sentiment despite mixed inflation data. Health Care led sector gains, Treasury yields whipsawed, and Japan’s Nikkei set fresh records. Investors now turn to key housing and Fed data in the week ahead.
Markets bounced back with solid gains as dip buyers stepped in, the Fed hinted at rate cuts, and tech surged on tariff relief. Global equities rallied, oil fell, and gold climbed. This week’s daily economic calendar features CPI, PPI, retail sales, and consumer sentiment — key to shaping August’s market tone.