US stocks close mixed with Nasdaq Composite in positive territory, while Treasury yields remain a focus for investors.
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.
Stocks started the final week of August on a positive note, but September is historically a bad month for stocks and analysts are warning of more turmoil ahead for the market.
U.S. stock futures are mixed as investors await economic data and assess the possibility of the Federal Reserve ending its interest rate hiking campaign, while Chinese manufacturing contracts, increasing pressure for stronger economic support from Beijing.
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.
U.S. stocks ended the week with solid gains, but mixed trading, as traders weigh whether the soft economic data will convince the Federal Reserve to hold off on further rate hikes.
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 Nasdaq registering their best performances since July.
Wall Street stocks traded mixed as investors awaited Wednesday's key inflation data, with the Nasdaq Composite retreating amid a tumble in Oracle shares, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average turned higher and tech stocks took center stage with Apple's iPhone 15 launch and anticipation for the blockbuster Arm IPO.
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.
U.S. equities closed with mixed results as core inflation was higher than expected, J.B. Hunt shares rose due to an optimistic outlook for the freight shipping industry, and 3M shares slumped after warning about growth in 2024.
Stock indices are mixed in today's trading session, with the Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey reporting a decline in factory activity and U.S. stock futures trending higher due to concerns over high interest rates, rising bond yields, increasing oil prices, and possible government shutdown, while European indices have turned red and Asia-Pacific markets end mixed.
Stock futures opened little changed on Monday, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all experiencing modest gains, but stocks are still on pace to end September lower, amid concerns over higher interest rates and potential government shutdown.
US stocks are set for their worst monthly loss of 2023 as bond yields surge on fears of higher interest rates from the Federal Reserve.
Stocks closed lower across the board as rising Treasury yields and disappointing economic data, including a drop in consumer confidence, contributed to the September selloff, while concerns over a potential government shutdown added to worries and Moody's warned of a potential U.S. credit downgrade.
Stocks closed mixed on Tuesday as investors worried about higher interest rates, rising bond yields, a spike in oil prices, and the possibility of a government shutdown, though a stronger-than-expected reading on U.S. manufacturing activity provided some positive news. The ongoing autoworkers strike and inflation concerns also weighed on market sentiment, while oil prices continued to rise, benefiting certain energy companies. Despite concerns, historical data suggests that government shutdowns have not had a significant negative impact on stocks in the past.
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.
Stock markets end mixed as investors oscillate between bargain hunting and concerns over increased Treasury yields and interest rate uncertainties, with Asia markets seeing declines driven by worries about U.S. monetary tightening and selling off stocks, while European stocks decline for the sixth day and investors await Germany's inflation data.
U.S. stocks ended the month with a mixed finish, marking the worst month for markets since December last year due to concerns over a government shutdown and an ongoing United Auto Workers (UAW) strike.
Asia-Pacific stocks opened mixed after China's factory activity in September expanded for the first time since April, while sentiment in Japan's manufacturing sector improved, and US lawmakers reached a temporary agreement to avoid a 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%.
Major market averages are mixed on Monday morning as Congress avoids a shutdown for now, with the bond selloff continuing; however, the US averted a shutdown just before the deadline, which will keep the government running until November 17th.
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.
Stock futures were mixed on Friday as US banks reported upbeat profits, but concerns about the developing conflict in the Middle East kept investors cautious.
Stocks were mixed on Friday as big US banks reported upbeat earnings, while concerns about the conflict in the Middle East kept investors cautious. The Dow Jones gained 0.2%, while the S&P 500 was down 0.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite slid about 1%.
U.S. stocks were mixed midsession Friday as consumer-sentiment survey showed a jump in inflation expectations and rising crude-oil prices and geopolitical tensions weighed on the Nasdaq, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose.
Stocks were mixed on Friday as big US banks reported upbeat profits, but investor concerns over the developing conflict in the Middle East kept the market cautious. The Dow Jones gained 0.4%, while the S&P 500 was down 0.1% and the Nasdaq Composite slid 0.7%.
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.
Stock indices finished mixed, with the Dow Jones gaining 0.12% while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 fell 0.5% and 1.24% respectively; UBS analysts predict a "softish" landing for the US economy and have adjusted their S&P 500 price target down to 4,500 from 4,700, citing geopolitical and domestic financial developments.
Stocks closed mixed on Friday after a consumer-sentiment survey revealed a rise in inflation expectations, but earlier Wall Street had rallied due to strong earnings reports from major banks.
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.
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.
Stock markets in the US closed mixed on Tuesday, with positive economic data and strong Q3 earnings suggesting a continued tight monetary policy by the Federal Reserve, while Asian markets saw a mix of gains and declines, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 closing higher, and China's Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen CSI 300 declining; European markets also saw declines, and commodities such as crude oil, gold, and silver saw gains.
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.
US stocks close mixed as Treasury yields retreat from 5%, with the S&P 500 ending slightly lower, the Nasdaq higher, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average declining for the fourth consecutive day; focus shifts to high-profile earnings and economic data.
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.
Asian stocks were mixed as U.S. shares slumped due to poor corporate earnings, with Australian, South Korean, and Japanese shares falling while equity futures in China and Hong Kong rose; Indian benchmark stock indices declined and uncertainty from the Israel-Hamas conflict weighed on markets.