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.
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.
Markets lost steam this week as trade optimism clashed with policy uncertainty. The Fed’s hold on rates and sticky inflation weighed on investor sentiment, while small caps and emerging markets quietly outperformed. Here’s what investors need to know.
Equity markets stumbled as tariff headlines and Fed policy jitters erased early-week gains. Tech underperformed, while small caps and foreign stocks showed resilience. Get the full market breakdown and what to watch for next week.
U.S. equities advanced amid strong earnings, with financials and small caps leading the way. The ECB shifted focus to economic growth with a second consecutive rate cut, while resilient retail sales complicated Fed rate-cut bets. Key economic data releases are on tap for the week ahead.
Global markets experienced a mixed week with U.S. equities showing varied performance and European stocks gaining momentum. Bond yields rose on soft landing prospects, while commodities saw modest declines. Key economic data releases in the week ahead could further shape market expectations.