Weekly Market Recap: Navigating Policy Shifts and Global Growth
In a pivotal week for markets, the $500 billion Stargate AI initiative and strong U.S. equity performance took center stage, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.76%. Global markets also rallied as European equities marked their fifth consecutive week of growth, and gold shined amid tariff uncertainties. As investors look to the Federal Reserve’s first 2025 rate decision and Q4 GDP data, this article unpacks the key developments and what they mean for the economic outlook. Dive in for insights on market movements, inflation trends, and upcoming economic indicators shaping the road ahead.