Trump Tariff Orders Flip the Script for Markets As Stocks Hit Records
Trump changed the market narrative on trade policy this week, easing fears that have weighed on investors. The president has shifted investors’ focus to his pro-growth agenda. A flurry of executive actions and announcements helped lift the S&P 500 to fresh records. President Donald Trump flipped the script on one of the market’s biggest worries…
READ MOREStock Market Today: S&P 500 Ends Near Record High Amid Strong Earnings
US stocks rallied as traders took in strong earnings & scaled their optimism for Trump’s term. The S&P 500 rose touched a record above 6,100 during the session, but ended shy of all-time closing highs. Oracle, SoftBank, and chip stocks jumped on a new AI infrastructure announced by Trump on Tuesday. US stocks jumped on…
READ MOREAmericans in Disaster-Prone Areas Are Paying 82% More for Home Insurance
Home insurance costs have soared for Americans in the most disaster-prone areas in recent years. Those in the most risky zip codes pay 82% higher premiums than those in low-risk areas, the Treasury said. More Americans are also increasingly faced with a lack of coverage, the department said. Home insurance has become increasingly unaffordableβor even…
READ MOREStock Market Outlook: Under the Radar Bullish Signal Has Flashed
Consumer discretionary stocks are outperforming consumer staples in a risk-on signal for the broader market. The gains in the consumer discretionary sector reflect a solid economy and high consumer confidence. The S&P 500 correlates strongly with consumer discretionary during bull market advances. The stock market is flashing an under-the-radar bullish signal that suggests the ongoing…
READ MOREStock Market Today: Indexes Close Lower As Tech Stocks Fall
Indexes closed lower on Thursday, led by a slide in tech stocks like Apple. The Nasdaq slipped almost 1%, while the Dow and S&P 500 fell slightly. The losses come after strong gains on Wednesday after cool CPI and strong bank earnings. US stocks dipped Thursday, led by a slide in tech stocks like Apple…
READ MOREStock Market Today: Indexes Mixed Ahead of CPI Inflation Data
Indexes closed mixed after a cooler-than-expected inflation report on Tuesday. Investors are now waiting for consumer price index data to come in on Wednesday. The reading will be a crucial input for Fed policy this year. US stocks closed mixed on Tuesday as investors geared up for a pivotal inflation report. Each index initially opened…
READ MOREWhy Investors Shouldn’t Worry About Stretched Stock Market Valuations: BofA
S&P 500 valuations are historically stretched. One strategist says it’s just the new normal, not a reason to sell. The index’s structure has evolved, with less leverage, higher quality earnings, and more efficient companies. Technological upgrades and service-oriented firms may drive a productivity boom. The S&P 500 is hitting valuation extremes. But one Wall Street…
READ MOREStock Market Today: Dow Plunges After December Jobs Report Hits Rate Cuts
US stocks fell on Friday after a strong December jobs report reduced hopes for Fed rate cuts in 2025. The economy added 256,000 jobs in December, surpassing expectations and lowering the unemployment rate to 4.1%. Higher bond yields may lead to a stock market correction. US stocks plunged on Friday after a strong December jobs…
READ MOREStock Market Today: Indexes Trade Mixed on Higher Inflation, Rates Outlook
US stocks closed mixed as traders took in the Fed minutes and adjusted their rates outlook. Central bankers saw inflation risks stemming from Trump’s trade policy. Investors are pricing in one to two rate cuts over the next year, according to the CME FedWatch tool. US stocks closed mixed on Wednesday as investors took in…
READ MOREStock Market Today: Tech Rallies on AI Hype Ahead of 2025 CES Event
US stocks jumped on Monday, led by tech giants Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta Platforms. The rise coincided with the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show, which will featue a keynote from Nvidia’s CEO. Chip stocks rallied, boosted by Foxconn’s strong earnings report. US stocks jumped on Monday, led by mega-cap technology stocks like Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta…
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