On December 12, 2024, Wall Street closed lower as investors evaluated economic indicators ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all posted losses, with Adobe leading tech sector declines due to a weak revenue forecast. While producer prices rose more than expected, service costs signaled disinflation. Investors remain cautious as unemployment claims unexpectedly climbed, raising concerns about labor-market resilience, with markets still anticipating a 25-basis-point rate cut next week.
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Daily Market Snapshot: December 11, 2024
On December 11, 2024, the Nasdaq Composite surged above 20,000 points, setting a new milestone as tech stocks rallied on optimism about a potential Federal Reserve rate cut. The S&P 500 gained, while the Dow Jones dipped, dragged by losses in the healthcare sector. Key stocks like Nvidia, Tesla, and Broadcom posted strong gains, while new legislation targeting pharmacy benefit managers weighed on healthcare shares. An in-line inflation report reassured investors, supporting a bullish sentiment ahead of next week’s Fed meeting.
Daily Market Snapshot: November 27, 2024
Overview On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, Wall Street stocks ended lower, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the declines, as technology stocks stumbled ahead of the […]
Daily Market Snapshot: November 26, 2024
On November 26, 2024, U.S. stocks climbed as the S&P 500 hit a record high, led by tech stocks like Microsoft and Apple. Trade tensions re-emerged with Trump’s tariff proposals, dragging down automakers like GM, while Amgen’s drug trial weighed on healthcare.
Daily Market Snapshot: November 15, 2024
On November 15, 2024, U.S. stocks fell as Powell’s cautious stance on rate cuts and Trump’s cabinet appointments rattled markets. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq declined, with healthcare and tech stocks leading losses, while retail sales beat expectations.
Daily Market Snapshot: November 14, 2024
On November 14, 2024, U.S. stocks dipped as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cooled hopes for a December rate cut. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq declined, with defense stocks weighing on industrials while Disney’s earnings bolstered communication services.
Daily Market Snapshot: November 05, 2024
On November 5, 2024, U.S. stocks rallied as Election Day brought gains across sectors. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rose, driven by industrial and consumer discretionary stocks and positive economic data. With the election and a Fed rate decision ahead, investors remain cautiously optimistic.
Daily Market Snapshot: November 04, 2024
On November 4, 2024, U.S. stocks fell slightly as markets braced for the U.S. presidential election and Federal Reserve rate cut. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq declined, with energy stocks gaining on rising oil prices while utilities and consumer discretionary faced headwinds. Investor sentiment remains cautious amid high volatility.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 31, 2024
On October 31, 2024, U.S. stocks fell sharply as Microsoft and Meta reported rising AI costs that worried investors. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq declined, with tech stocks leading losses. Energy stocks gained, while market sentiment remained cautious with the Fed meeting and U.S. election looming.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 30, 2024
On October 30, 2024, U.S. stocks closed lower as mixed tech earnings and weak semiconductor forecasts weighed on sentiment. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all declined, with Alphabet’s gains offsetting some tech losses. Investors remain cautious as the Nov. 5 election and Fed rate decision loom.
