Summary: U.S. markets closed mixed on Tuesday as the Nasdaq saw slight gains thanks to tech stocks while financials dragged on other indexes after major U.S. banks were hit with another downgrade from a credit rating agency. Meanwhile, China took steps to stabilize its currency amid weakening economic conditions and deteriorating credit conditions.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher for the week despite a pullback, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower for the second consecutive week.
Stocks closed higher on Wednesday after revised GDP data showed that the US economy grew slower than previously estimated, while signs of a slowdown in the labor market have heightened hopes for a "soft landing" for the economy.
Stocks were mixed on Friday after the US unemployment rate unexpectedly rose and more jobs were added to the economy than expected, with the Nasdaq entering negative territory while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones remained positive.
Stock futures are mixed as the market aims to maintain momentum in the holiday-shortened week, following an upbeat week for Wall Street with the Dow and the Nasdaq recording their best performances since July and the S&P 500 registering its best week since June.
U.S. stocks rebounded as the week closed, with tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite and benchmark S&P 500 both up 0.1%, as concerns about higher interest rates were balanced by elevated oil prices and mixed economic data.
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.
Stocks finished mixed on Wednesday as investors awaited consumer inflation data that could impact the Federal Reserve's future policy decisions. The Dow Jones fell 0.2%, the S&P 500 increased 0.1%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.3% after a previous decline. The Consumer Price Index showed a higher-than-expected increase in inflation, driven by rising energy prices, which could influence the Fed's decision on interest rates. The market also had its eyes on the Arm IPO and developments involving Apple and China. Meanwhile, the EU launched an investigation into China's subsidies for EV makers.
Stocks on Wall Street ended mixed after an inflation report showed a slight increase, but economists believe underlying inflation trends still point towards continued moderation and the Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady at its upcoming meeting, while airlines struggled due to higher fuel costs and technology stocks benefited from the possibility of no further interest rate hikes.
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.
Stocks closed relatively unchanged on Monday as investors await the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, which will determine the central bank's next interest rate decision, amidst easing core inflation and a cooling labor market.
Stock markets were mixed on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite making modest gains while the Dow Jones Industrial Average finished lower; small-cap stocks performed well, with Hayward Holdings and GEO Group seeing strong performances.
Stocks were mixed with the Dow Jones slipping, the S&P 500 unchanged, and the Nasdaq adding, while oil prices surged and China Evergrande Group's shares were suspended due to the chairman being under police surveillance, all as the possibility of a U.S. government shutdown adds uncertainty to the market.
Stocks ended the day higher as the surge in oil, the dollar, and Treasury yields slowed down, with the Nasdaq rising 0.8%, the S&P 500 gaining 0.6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 0.4%.
US stocks traded mixed on Friday, closing out the worst month of 2023, as investors prepared for a potential government shutdown.
U.S. stocks showed mixed performance as Treasury yields rose and a government shutdown was averted, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.6%, the S&P 500 down 0.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite up 0.4%.
Most stocks closed lower on Monday as the constrictor of higher interest rates tightens its hold on Wall Street, with oil-and-gas stocks and utility companies being negatively impacted.
The U.S. stock market ended mixed, with the S&P 500 remaining unchanged, while the Nasdaq saw gains due to Nvidia's shares jumping following Goldman Sachs' endorsement, and global markets experienced losses, including Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's S&P/ASX 200, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index.
Stocks closed higher on Friday, driven by technology shares, as investors analyzed the September jobs report showing an increase in US hiring but a slowdown in wage growth.
U.S. stock markets closed higher on Friday due to strong job creation, leading to discussions about a potential Federal Reserve interest rate hike; Asian markets, including Japan, Australia, and China experienced mixed results; European markets were mostly positive; commodities such as crude oil and gold saw an increase in prices; and U.S. futures and forex showed a decline and mixed results respectively.
Stocks opened lower on Monday due to the Middle East conflict and concerns about interest rates and inflation, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.2%, the S&P 500 down 0.5%, and the Nasdaq Composite down almost 1%.
Stocks ended the week with mixed results as big US banks reported strong earnings for the third quarter, while concerns over inflation and the conflict in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. The Dow Jones ended slightly higher, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both declined. Inflation concerns also dampened consumer sentiment, with the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index falling in October.
Stocks ended Friday mixed as tensions in the Middle East and declining consumer sentiment caused investors to seek safe havens, with the Nasdaq down 1.2%, the S&P 500 slipping 0.5%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.2%. Meanwhile, gold prices and the VIX rose, treasury yields retreated, and oil prices increased over supply concerns. JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup all reported positive Q3 earnings, with JPMorgan beating expectations and posting record net interest income.
U.S. stock markets closed mixed as declining consumer confidence and Middle East tensions overshadowed positive earnings from major banks, while Asian markets saw losses ahead of crucial inflation data, and European markets were mostly down.
Stocks opened lower on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling about 0.4%, as retail sales data exceeded expectations and earnings season continued.
Stock market indexes closed mixed as Nvidia shares were impacted by new U.S. trade restrictions with China, while treasury yields reached 52-week highs.
US stocks finished the day relatively unchanged as Treasury yields rose on better-than-expected retail sales data, increasing concerns about higher interest rates; the Dow Jones and S&P 500 closed less than 0.1% away from yesterday's close, while the Nasdaq closed around 0.3% lower.
Stocks opened lower on Wednesday as rising Middle East tensions and lackluster earnings from Morgan Stanley weighed on investor sentiment. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell over 0.2%, while the S&P 500 dropped nearly 0.5% and the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.3%.
Summary: U.S. stocks closed the week on a low note due to geopolitical concerns, a bond sell-off, economic data, and mixed comments from Federal Reserve speakers, with the focus shifting to upcoming quarterly results, and the Nasdaq Composite and S&P both experiencing significant declines.
Stocks were mixed on Monday as investors grappled with rising Treasury yields and uncertainties in the market, while awaiting earnings reports from Big Tech companies.
Stocks closed higher on Tuesday as investors awaited big tech earnings reports, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all recording gains; attention is firmly focused on the flood of big-name earnings reports.
The stock market was mixed midday on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average in positive territory while other major indexes fell, and Google-parent Alphabet faced a record-setting loss in the markets.
The stock market closed mixed, with the Nasdaq as the only winner, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated and the S&P 500 and Dow fell deeper below their 200-day lines. Amazon and Intel outperformed after strong earnings reports, while other stocks such as ACM Research, Kinsale Capital Group, Chart Industries, Enphase Energy, Exxon Mobil, and Chevron experienced significant declines.