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.
Major U.S. indexes have fallen due to losses in financial stocks and concerns about China's economy, as Fitch Ratings warns of a potential downgrade for the U.S. banking industry's credit rating and JPMorgan highlights a higher risk of corporate defaults in emerging markets.
Stocks finished lower for a third day due to higher yields, with all three major U.S. indexes ending in the red.
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 markets were mixed today, with the Dow dropping while the Nasdaq rose slightly, and major indices are down over the past five trading sessions; however, year-to-date, the markets are still up and have retreated to valuations not seen since early July.
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.
U.S. stocks closed higher as shares of Nvidia surged ahead of their quarterly results, boosting tech stocks and extending the year's rally, while weak business activity data and falling Treasury yields also supported the market.
Stock indexes closed higher as Nvidia's earnings exceeded expectations, boosting the chip maker's stock, while other retailers' quarterly reports provided a mixed picture of consumer health.
Stocks closed lower Thursday despite Nvidia's blowout earnings results, as new data brought mixed signals for the economy’s trajectory and big tech stocks like Tesla and Amazon.com dragged down major indexes.
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.
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.
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.
Investors were disappointed as early gains in stock markets reversed, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the downward trend, and stocks like Marvell Technology and Nordstrom losing ground due to their respective quarterly financial reports.
The Latin American currencies index reversed its early loss and gained 0.2% as the dollar lost steam and traders analyzed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's comments on further rate hikes.
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.
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.
Stock indices finished the trading session in the green, with gains seen in the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average. However, Texas manufacturing experienced a downturn in August, and gas prices have slipped across the country. U.S. stock futures are trending higher, and traders are awaiting key economic releases and earnings reports this week. In Asian markets, indices ended higher, but Evergrande Group's shares plunged while Xpeng's shares rallied.
Stocks have historically performed poorly in September, with an average loss of 1.12%, but investors should not base their decisions solely on this statistical trend and should focus on buying fundamentally strong companies at reasonable prices.
Stock futures rise as investors close out a month of losses for the three major stock indexes, with positive earnings reports from MongoDB and Dell Technologies boosting sentiment.
Summary: U.S. stock markets closed mixed as the key inflation data for July showed steady price increases, with the Nasdaq up 0.1% and extending its winning streak to five days, while the S&P 500 closed down 0.2% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.5%.
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%.
Stock futures fell on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures down 0.2% and 39 points respectively, following losses in the previous session, while Nasdaq-100 futures dropped 0.33%.
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.
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.
The Nasdaq tumbled due to Apple's falling shares after reports of China banning government officials from using its iPhone and extending the ban to state companies, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained flat and the S&P 500 dropped 0.4%.
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.
The stock market opened positively, with the Nasdaq up 0.6%, but later faded; major indexes are below their 50-day moving averages as investors await key economic data midweek.
U.S stocks are recovering from losses, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both up 0.4%, as tech stocks lead the market higher and investors await key data on inflation this week.
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.
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.
Despite the pressure on the market, the major US equity indexes have held steady near their recent highs, with the S&P 500 up 16.21% year to date and the Nasdaq Composite up 31.6%, raising questions about whether the current market weakness is due to seasonality or potentially something more significant like inflation.
Bank of America's stock fell 0.31% as the overall stock market had a mixed trading session, with the S&P 500 rising and the Dow Jones falling, ending a three-day winning streak.
Stock indices closed higher today, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all posting gains, while the healthcare sector lagged behind; the U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield increased, and the Atlanta Federal Reserve lowered its GDP growth estimate for the third quarter. Additionally, Fitch Ratings revised its global growth forecast for 2023 due to concerns about China's real estate sector, and economic data showed an increase in wholesale inflation and retail sales.
Stocks fell at the end of a volatile week, with traders taking a step back to assess the week's events and concerns about the triple-witching day, while U.S. crude futures climbed to a 2023 high of $90.77 per barrel, reflecting improving economic data and the potential for $100 oil.
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.
U.S. stocks dropped as enthusiasm for Arm's IPO faded and the United Auto Workers initiated a strike against Detroit's Big Three automakers, with the Nasdaq falling 1.6% and the S&P 500 losing 1.2%.
US stocks finished the week with losses as major indexes failed to build on a Thursday rally, with concerns about the global economy and a historic strike by the United Auto Workers union weighing on investor sentiment.
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.
Summary: U.S. stocks slumped amid mixed sentiment about the economy, with only the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising for the week, while Asia-Pacific markets mostly fell, and China's venture capital investment dropped by 31.4% compared to 2022 due to its sluggish economy and geopolitical tensions discouraging foreign investors.
India's benchmark stock indexes fell as investors reacted to economic developments in China and awaited policy decisions from major central banks, including the U.S. Federal Reserve. The Nifty 50 fell 0.09% and the Sensex lost 0.16%, potentially ending an 11-day winning streak.
Stock indices finished today’s trading session slightly higher, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all seeing modest gains, while the consumer discretionary sector fell and the energy sector rose.
US stocks slumped as investors prepare for the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision, with all three benchmark indexes ending the day lower.