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The PCE inflation index, which the Federal Reserve relies on to gauge price pressures, brought a brief moment of relief for investors on Friday. U.S. stocks mostly ticked up, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average taking the lead, as the crucial August data matched economists’ predictions perfectly. However, it was a narrow victory for the […] More
U.S. medtech stocks took a nosedive on Thursday, triggered by a new federal investigation into medical device imports that raised concerns about possible tariffs, leaving an already jittery market even more unsettled. The Commerce Department’s probe, reminiscent of Cold War-era trade powers, could potentially lead to a crackdown on a crucial segment of the nation’s […] More
U.S. stocks made a comeback on Wednesday, shaking off a recent slump thanks to a significant commitment to AI spending from Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce powerhouse. This announcement sparked a tech-driven rally that many in the market have been watching with envy. It was just the boost of confidence that investors needed, even if the […] More
U.S. stocks managed to inch their way into the green on Monday, even as a fresh wave of uncertainty swept through the markets ahead of a week filled with Federal Reserve discussions and a key inflation report. The slight uptick on Wall Street reflected one thing: a persistent belief that the central bank is still […] More
The US-China trade talks are back in the limelight, and Wall Street is all ears. On Friday, U.S. stocks edged up as investors eagerly anticipated insights from a crucial call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The results of these talks could have major consequences for a global economy that’s still […] More
US stocks took off on Thursday, bouncing back from earlier concerns as the Federal Reserve hinted at a more aggressive approach to rate cuts. Leading the way was the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite, which received a significant boost from an unexpected partnership between two chip industry giants. The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) surged by a full 1%, […] More
U.S. stocks were just shy of record highs on Tuesday, following a strong performance the day before, as investors navigated a mix of economic signals. A surprisingly robust retail sales report highlighted the resilience of American consumers, but it didn’t quite ease the market’s anxious wait for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. The S&P […] More
A peculiar calm washed over Wall Street on Friday. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped slightly and the S&P 500 remained nearly unchanged, there was a tangible sense of anticipation in the atmosphere. It seems the market has already made its decision regarding the biggest event on next week’s agenda: a Fed rate cut. […] More
NEW YORK—After weeks of back-and-forth trading, Wall Street finally found its footing on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average spearheading a widespread rally. What sparked this shift? Fresh data on inflation and the labor market that, for once, provided a clear indication of what the Federal Reserve might do next. Investors jumped into stocks […] More
A remarkable forecast from software giant Oracle (ORCL) gave a serious boost to tech stocks on Wednesday, pushing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to new heights, thanks to a positive inflation report that strengthened the argument for a Federal Reserve rate cut. In afternoon trading, the S&P 500 (^GSPC) and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) […] More
The latest US employment data just took a surprising turn. Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) dropped a major revision, revealing that the U.S. economy actually employed 911,000 fewer people than we previously thought back in March 2025. This isn’t just a minor adjustment; it’s a significant shift in how we view the labor […] More
On Monday, premarket trading kicked off with a whirlwind of activity, leading to some notable shifts in the stock market. We saw a blend of major index changes, an exciting telecommunications deal, and a troubling setback in a clinical trial. The spotlight was on a major transformation in the S&P 500 and an unexpected agreement […] More