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.

What Do the Points Mean in Stock Market?

Stock market points provide a quick snapshot of how major indexes like the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ are performing. Understanding what these points mean, and how they’re influenced by factors like volatility and market conditions, can help investors make more informed decisions.

Daily Market Snapshot: October 15, 2024

On October 15, 2024, U.S. stock markets ended lower, with the Nasdaq Composite leading declines amid weakness in semiconductor stocks and the energy sector. Nvidia fell sharply as concerns mounted over AI chip exports, while ASML reported weak forecasts. Defensive sectors like real estate and utilities outperformed, and Fed officials maintained a cautious stance ahead of the expected November rate cut.