U.S. markets surged this week, driven by big tech gains and positive economic indicators. Inflation cooled, retail sales rebounded, and global markets followed suit. As rate cut expectations fluctuate, investors eye the upcoming Jackson Hole Symposium for further insights.
This week saw U.S. equities struggle amid volatility, with the Nasdaq down for the fourth consecutive week. Meanwhile, bond yields fluctuated, and the Fed faces pressure as economic indicators suggest a potential slowdown in consumer spending. Get the full market overview and insights on what's ahead.
In July, the S&P 500 rose 1.2%, with a significant rotation from mega-cap tech stocks to value-oriented sectors like Real Estate, Utilities, and Financials. The Russell 2000 surged by 10.2%. Mixed economic data and Fed signals about potential rate cuts in September added to market dynamics. While corporate earnings are expected to grow, risks such as inflation, stretched valuations, and consumer debt are being closely monitored. The recent rally allowed for strategic adjustments, including adding to fixed income in anticipation of future rate cuts.
This week's market recap covers significant declines in U.S. and international equities, insights into the Federal Reserve's latest policy stance, and a preview of upcoming economic data releases. Key factors include disappointing tech earnings, dovish Fed signals, and a slowing labor market.
U.S. equities faced volatility amid tech sell-offs and earnings reports. The Dow Jones gained 0.9% while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined. Economic data, including GDP growth and PCE inflation, provided market boosts. Learn more about the latest market movements, Federal Reserve insights, and key economic data for the week ahead.
This week saw U.S. stocks navigate a bumpy ride with significant market rotation, political events, and trade tensions. Despite reaching record highs, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell, while the Dow posted modest gains. International markets were similarly affected by cyber outages and economic data, with mixed performances across regions.