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Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Breaks 6,000 as Markets Rally on Strong Jobs Data and Easing Trump-Musk Tensions

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Major Indexes Surge as Economic Data Boosts Investor Confidence Wall Street stocks surged on Friday, June 6, 2025, with the S&P 500 breaking above the 6,000 level for the first time since February. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped over 500 points (1.3%) to 42,820, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1% to approximately 19,490. This impressive rally comes after Thursday’s selloff, when all three major indexes closed in negative territory amid tensions between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. The Dow had declined 0.3% (108 points) to close at 42,319.74, the S&P 500 slid 0.5% to end at 5,939.30, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.8% to finish at 19,298.45. Jobs Report Exceeds Expectations, Calming Recession Fears Friday’s market surge was largely driven by the May employment report from the Labor Department, which showed that U.S. employers added 139,000 jobs last month, significantly exceeding economists’ expectations of 125,000. The […]

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Market Turmoil: Global Stocks Plunge as Trump Tariffs Trigger Recession Fears

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Major Indexes Suffer Historic Losses as Trade War Escalates Global stock markets are experiencing a dramatic sell-off today, Monday, April 7, 2025, as investors react to President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff announcements and growing fears of a global recession. The market turmoil, which began last week, has intensified with major indexes worldwide posting significant losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were down 1,033 points (2.68%) in early trading, following back-to-back losses of more than 1,500 points last week, including a staggering 2,231-point drop on Friday. The S&P 500 futures shed 3.34%, pushing the benchmark more than 17% below its February record and dangerously close to bear market territory. The Nasdaq Composite has already entered a bear market, down 22% from its record after losses of nearly 6% on both Thursday and Friday. Asian markets have been hit particularly hard, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Topix indexes plunging 6% each

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Stock Market Today: Major Indexes Slide as 2024 Comes to a Close

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As we approach the final trading days of 2024, the stock market is experiencing a notable downturn, with major indexes sliding on Monday, December 30. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the current market situation, highlighting key performance indicators, upcoming events, and significant stock news that investors should be aware of. Market Performance: A Year-End Stumble The stock market is limping towards the finish line of what has otherwise been a strong year for equities. As of Monday morning: – The S&P 500 dropped approximately 1.6%, now trading around 5,892.– The Nasdaq Composite fell about 1.7%, hovering near 19,412.– The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined by 1.6%, trading around 42,472. Despite this recent pullback, it’s important to note that 2024 has been a remarkably positive year for stocks overall: – The S&P 500 is up 25.2% year-to-date.– The Nasdaq Composite has gained an impressive 31.4%.– The Dow Jones Industrial

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Stock Market Today: Major Indexes Dip as 2024 Draws to a Close

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As we approach the final trading days of 2024, the stock market is showing signs of hesitation after a year of impressive gains. On Monday, December 30, 2024, investors are closely watching market movements, upcoming economic data releases, and significant corporate news that could impact trading in the new year. Market Performance: Indexes Edge Lower The major U.S. stock indexes are pointing lower in early trading, suggesting a cautious start to the week. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite are all down about 0.2%. This slight dip comes after a disappointing end to the previous week, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq shedding 1.5% on Friday. Despite the recent pullback, 2024 has been a stellar year for stocks. The S&P 500 is on track for a total return exceeding 25% for the second consecutive year, a feat not seen since 1998. As of the latest

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Market Recap: Stocks Tumble as Fed Signals Fewer Rate Cuts for 2025

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Major Indexes Plunge on Fed’s Cautious Stance On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, U.S. stock markets experienced a significant downturn following the Federal Reserve’s latest policy announcement. The central bank’s decision to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points was overshadowed by signals of a more cautious approach to rate cuts in 2025, leading to a broad sell-off across major indexes. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) plummeted 178.45 points, or 2.9%, closing at 5,872.16. This marked the index’s second-worst daily loss of the year, pulling it further from the all-time high set just a couple of weeks ago. Despite this setback, the S&P 500 remains up an impressive 23.1% for the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) shed 1,123.03 points, or 2.6%, ending the session at 42,326.87. This decline extended the Dow’s losing streak to nine consecutive sessions, the longest such streak since February 1978. Year-to-date, the Dow has still managed

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Stock Market Today: Investors Await Fed Decision as Dow Rides 9-Day Losing Streak

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Market Indexes: A Mixed Picture As of Wednesday, December 18, 2024, the U.S. stock market presents a mixed picture, with investors eagerly anticipating the Federal Reserve’s final rate decision of the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) enters trading on a nine-day losing streak, the longest stretch of consecutive daily declines for the blue-chip index since 1978 . Despite this recent slump, which equates to nearly 1,600 points, the Dow is still up 15% in 2024, currently trading at 43,594.69, up 0.33% . The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are showing more resilience, with both averages up for the month. The S&P 500 is currently at 6,053.21, up 0.04%, while the Nasdaq stands at 20,106.53, down slightly by 0.01% . Year-to-date, the S&P 500 has surged an impressive 27%, while the Nasdaq Composite has jumped 34%, significantly outperforming the Dow due to their larger exposure to mega-cap tech companies

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Stock Market Today: Anticipation Builds as Fed Decision Looms

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The stock market is holding its breath on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, as investors eagerly await the Federal Reserve’s final rate decision of the year. With major indices showing mixed performance and key events on the horizon, today’s market landscape is a complex tapestry of anticipation and cautious optimism. Market Indexes: A Mixed Bag of Performance As of midday trading, the major market indexes are displaying a mixed performance: – The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is up 0.24% at 6,046.65, continuing its impressive 27% surge in 2024.– The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) is showing a slight increase of 0.20%, breaking its nine-day losing streak, the longest since February 1978.– The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) is up 0.18%, reflecting the tech sector’s resilience. These figures underscore the market’s current state of flux, with investors carefully balancing optimism against caution in light of upcoming economic events. All Eyes on the Federal Reserve The

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Market Recap: S&P 500, Nasdaq Retreat from Record Highs as Fed Decision Looms

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The U.S. stock market experienced a mixed session on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, as investors eagerly awaited the Federal Reserve’s final rate decision of the year. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) fell 0.4% to 6,050.61, retreating from its recent all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) dropped 0.61% to 43,449.90, marking its eighth consecutive day of losses—the longest losing streak since 2018. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) edged down 0.32% to 20,109.06, pulling back from the record high set the previous day. Why Was the Market Down Today? Several factors contributed to today’s market performance: 1. Fed Rate Decision Anticipation: Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserve’s announcement on Wednesday. While a 25 basis point cut is widely expected, market participants are keenly awaiting guidance on future policy moves. 2. Strong Retail Sales Data: November retail sales data, released before the market opened, showed a 0.5% increase month-over-month, in line

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Stock Market Today: Fed Meeting Looms as Markets Brace for Potential Rate Cut

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As we dive into the stock market landscape on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, investors are holding their breath for the Federal Reserve’s final meeting of the year. The market has shown impressive gains throughout 2024, but recent days have seen a pause in the rally as traders anticipate the Fed’s decision and future outlook. Current Market Performance The stock market has demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2024, with major indexes posting significant gains: – The S&P 500 is up an impressive 27% year-to-date, on track for back-to-back yearly gains of more than 20% for 2023 and 2024.– The Nasdaq Composite has surged by 32.7%, reaching new record highs.– The Dow Jones Industrial Average has climbed 16.3%, despite recent pullbacks. However, the market’s momentum has slowed in recent days. The Dow logged its seventh consecutive session of declines on Friday, marking its longest losing streak since February 2020. This has sparked discussions

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Stock Market Today: Major Indexes Touch One-Week Highs Amid Economic Data and Tech Sector Developments

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Market Overview On Friday, November 22, 2024, the U.S. stock market showed resilience as major indexes touched one-week highs, driven by positive economic data and developments in the technology sector. The S&P 500 (.SPX) and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI) closed at their highest levels in a week on Thursday, setting a positive tone for Friday’s trading session. Key Market Movements As of the latest data available, the major market indexes were showing mixed performance: – S&P 500: Up 0.5%, extending its winning streak to four consecutive days– Dow Jones Industrial Average: Gained 1.1%– Nasdaq Composite: Finished fractionally higher Futures markets indicated a cautious start to Friday’s session, with Dow E-minis down 0.19%, S&P 500 E-minis slipping 0.27%, and Nasdaq 100 E-minis falling 0.39% in premarket trading. Tech Sector in Focus The technology sector remained in the spotlight, with several notable developments: 1. Nvidia (NVDA): The AI chipmaker reported