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Dow Jones Dives 374 Points As Powell Speech Risks Rise; Elon Musk Issues This Cybertruck Warning

Summary: The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other stock indexes experienced significant declines as market attention shifted to the upcoming speech by Fed Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, while Nvidia's gains were nearly wiped out after strong earnings and Tesla CEO Elon Musk issued a warning regarding the Cybertruck, although Box, NOV, and Automatic Data Processing showed strength.

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Stock indices finished the trading session mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) falling while the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) and the S&P 500 (SPX) gained. Additionally, auto loan delinquencies are increasing as car prices become unsustainable, and gas prices are on the rise.
Shares of NVIDIA Corp. fell 2.77% as the stock market experienced a poor trading session, with the S&P 500 Index dropping 0.28% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 0.51%.
The Dow and S&P 500 ended slightly lower due to concerns about the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates higher for longer, while the Nasdaq finished barely in the green; the financial sector fell 0.9%, dragged down by an S&P downgrade of credit ratings of regional U.S. lenders, and investors are awaiting clarity on the rate outlook from Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
The market reactions to Federal Reserve chiefs' speeches at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium are typically more muted than the significant drop experienced last year, according to Bespoke Investment Group's analysis, with the S&P 500 only falling 2.01% on average during the first two days of the symposium and recording an average gain of 0.3% during the event over the past 20 years.
Tech stocks, led by Nvidia's blowout earnings report, saw mixed results in the stock market as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 rose while the Dow Jones slipped; investors eagerly await Fed Chair Jay Powell's speech at Jackson Hole.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell after a surprise drop in initial jobless claims, while tech stocks, such as Nvidia, saw gains due to strong earnings results.
Despite Nvidia's strong earnings, stocks closed lower due to mixed economic signals and the decline of big tech stocks such as Tesla and Amazon.com. Investors are awaiting Jerome Powell's speech for insight into interest rates, while the 10-year Treasury yield climbed and Dollar Tree's stock fell.
The stock market experienced a sharp decline as early gains turned into a selloff, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all falling; concerns over rising bond yields and inflation contributed to the sell-off.
Dow Jones futures, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures, were relatively unchanged after hours ahead of Fed Chief Jerome Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium. The stock market rally attempt on Thursday was disrupted as major indexes reversed lower, with AI stocks such as Nvidia, Marvell Technology, and Adobe also experiencing reversals.
Jim Cramer anticipates that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole may signal further interest rate hikes, potentially causing stocks to decline, but advises investors to keep strong companies like Apple and Nvidia and seek opportunities for discounted stocks.
The U.S. stock market closed lower as an earlier rally driven by Nvidia's earnings report fizzled out, while treasury yields increased, and the S&P 500 is on track to end its five-month winning streak, with concerns over the Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole weighing on investors.
Cryptocurrencies experienced a significant drop ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole Symposium speech, while the global crypto market capitalization decreased by 0.83% in the last day.
The three major U.S. stock indexes ended down over 1% each, with the Nasdaq leading the decline, as investors were cautious ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech and despite Nvidia's strong forecast and stock buyback announcement.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average erases early gains as Fed Chair Jerome Powell expresses concerns about high inflation and the possibility of raising interest rates, while former President Donald Trump returns to Twitter, now known as X, after being booked on racketeering charges.
Major indexes rebounded after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.9% in late trading, as Powell emphasized the need for cautiousness in future rate hikes.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced volatility as Wall Street analyzed comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, causing gains in the stock market to fade initially before bouncing back.
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Tech stocks led a rally in the stock market, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining 1.6% and the S&P 500 ending a four-day losing streak, despite the rise in Treasury yields; investors will be looking for clues about the US consumer spending and the economy as retailers' earnings reports are expected, and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium is anticipated for indications on interest rates.
US equity markets were relatively stagnant last week, with major indexes trading up and down around their 200-day moving averages, indicating a lack of direction and potential resistance, while Treasury markets appeared to stabilize despite an inverted yield curve, suggesting a potential recession on the horizon. Fed Chair Jerome Powell's hawkish speech on Friday emphasized the need for caution and the possibility of higher interest rates, while Nvidia's strong earnings highlighted the company's dominance in the artificial intelligence sector.
Dow Jones futures and key economic data, including the Case-Shiller Home Price Index, FHFA Price Index, consumer confidence numbers, and the July JOLTS report, are impacting the stock market today. Additionally, several software stocks and companies like Best Buy, BYD, Nio, and Pinduoduo are making moves in earnings.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.6% after weak economic data suggested a decline in the job market and consumer confidence, while the Nasdaq led with a 1.6% gain.
Investors eagerly awaited Nvidia's earnings report, which beat expectations, but the market rally was short-lived due to Federal Chair Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole, with the Nasdaq falling over 2% and bulls losing hope; however, there is optimism for a potential turnaround next week with upcoming economic data events.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average made slight gains despite weaker than expected jobs data and a downward revision to Q2 GDP estimates, which increases the chances of a pause in interest rate hikes.
Despite a rise in Salesforce stock and the continued growth of marijuana stocks, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower as investors awaited the release of the jobs report, while Tesla faced a probe into its CEO's reported plan to build a glass house.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell after weak economic data from China, while U.S. oil prices rose and Tesla's stock gained due to increased sales in China.
Dow Jones futures were relatively unchanged after hours, following a stock market rally that saw some losses due to rising Treasury yields, but was supported by strong performances from megacaps like Microsoft, Meta Platforms, and Tesla.
U.S. stocks slipped as worrying data out of China and a spike in oil prices following the extension of Saudi Arabian production cuts weighed on the market. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.4% and the Nasdaq dipped 0.1%.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6% as major indexes tested their 50-day lines, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both experienced declines midday.
The stock market sinks as a tech selloff occurs due to investors' fear of more Fed rate hikes, with Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia all experiencing significant declines.
The Dow Jones sinks over 300 points as a tech selloff occurs due to investor fears of more Fed rate hikes, with Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia all experiencing significant declines.
Stock indexes decline as concerns about future rate hikes and sluggish market performance in September weigh on investor sentiment, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite falling for the third consecutive day and the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 on a two-day losing streak.
Stock indices finished today’s trading session in the red, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all falling. The technology sector was the session's laggard, while the utilities sector was the leader. The U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield increased, and the Atlanta Federal Reserve's latest GDPNow reading estimates that the economy will expand by about 5.6% in the third quarter. The Federal Reserve released its Beige Book report, noting a tourism boom but slower spending in other areas. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index came in higher than expected, and mortgage applications fell to their lowest level since 1996. The U.S. trade deficit widened less than expected in July. U.S. stock futures inched lower, and European indices trended lower. Asia-Pacific markets were mixed.
Dow Jones futures and other stock market futures dropped as the market headed for a losing week, with Cathie Wood's Ark Invest ETFs selling shares of Nvidia; key earnings movers include DocuSign, RH, Guidewire Software, and Kroger, with varying stock performance.
Summary: The Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed slightly higher on Friday after a week of losses, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2%; however, all three major indexes ended the week lower due to rising oil prices, stronger-than-expected labor market data, and China's iPhone ban.
Stock indices finished today’s trading session in the green, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all gaining, while the energy sector fell and the consumer discretionary sector led; individuals held a relatively steady stance on inflation expectations but had growing concerns regarding employment prospects and obtaining credit, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, while Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed confidence in the stability of the U.S. economy, citing controlled inflation and positive employment trends.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped due to disappointing earnings from Oracle, while attention will shift to key inflation data, including the Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index, later this week.
Stock indices closed in the red, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all experiencing declines, while the technology sector underperformed and the energy sector led the session. The U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield dropped, while the Two-Year Treasury yield increased. The Small Business Optimism Index for August decreased, with inflation cited as a major concern among small business owners. Stocks opened lower on Tuesday, and U.S. futures trended lower as well. This week's focus will be on the Consumer Price Index and Producer Price Index data, which could impact the Federal Reserve's decision on rate hikes. Oracle's stock fell after missing sales estimates, while Casey's General and Tesla saw gains. JPMorgan's CEO criticized new Basel III regulations, and European indices traded in the green. In Asia-Pacific, markets ended mixed as traders await U.S. inflation data.
Dow Jones futures, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures, were unchanged after hours as the stock market rally experienced losses, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropping below the 50-day line, while energy stocks led and software retreated. Apple stock fell after unveiling the iPhone 15 and other products, while stocks such as Salesforce, Alphabet, General Electric, Shopify, and Nvidia remained in or near buy areas. The CPI inflation report and Adobe earnings are potential market catalysts.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose after the release of key inflation data and initial unemployment claims, while Cathie Wood's Ark Invest sold a significant number of Tesla shares.
Stock indices closed lower today, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all experiencing declines, while the technology sector was the session's laggard and the real estate sector was the leader but still lost ground. Additionally, the U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield and Two-Year Treasury yield both increased.
The major indexes, including the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, finished lower on Friday ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting next week, with tech stocks dragging the Nasdaq lower and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both falling below their 50-day moving average.
U.S. stocks slumped amid mixed sentiment about the economy, with only the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising for the week, while European markets and the euro ticked up slightly. Famed investor Ray Dalio advised traders to hold cash as Treasury yields climb, and venture firms Sequoia Capital and Andreessen Horowitz face a significant loss on their investment in Instacart. Disney's potential sale of media assets signifies the end of traditional TV, and the Federal Reserve's meeting this week and FedEx's earnings announcement will provide insight into the global supply chain. U.S. consumer sentiment has edged down, but investors remain upbeat about the outlook for stocks and the economy.
Dow Jones futures, as well as S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures, dropped after the Federal Reserve meeting, with the stock market retreating and breaking below critical levels due to the Fed's decision to stick with forecasts for one more rate hike this year and hinted that rates would stay higher for longer.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 225 points as global markets responded to the Federal Reserve's shift in tone, while unemployment claims unexpectedly decreased and tech stocks like Nvidia and Tesla experienced sell-offs.
Nvidia, the semiconductor giant, has experienced a 10% decline in their stock this month, leading to a $180 billion decrease in market capitalization, attributed to the "September effect," although it remains the best performer in the S&P 500 due to the rise of AI and ChatGPT.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell on Friday following a stock market sell-off, while Cathie Wood's Ark Invest ETFs purchased more than one million shares of Palantir stock and Seagen surged on positive trial results for a combination drug to treat advanced bladder cancer.