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 04, 2024
On December 4, 2024, the U.S. stock market closed lower, with all major indices in the red. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq saw declines as investors became cautious ahead of key economic reports, including the November Non-Farm Payrolls and inflation data. The technology sector led the losses, while defensive sectors like utilities showed strength. Geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and concerns about consumer discretionary spending also weighed on market sentiment.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 11, 2024
On October 11, 2024, the U.S. stock market hit record highs, with strong bank earnings and optimism about a Federal Reserve rate cut driving the surge. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 posted gains, led by JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and BlackRock, while Tesla’s stock faced a steep decline. This snapshot provides key insights into the day’s market performance and expectations for the upcoming earnings season.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 7, 2024
U.S. stock markets fell on October 7, 2024, with all major indices closing down nearly 1%, driven by rising Treasury yields and growing concerns about the Middle East conflict. The Dow Jones dropped 0.94%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.96%, and the Nasdaq declined by 1.18%. Traders pulled back expectations of an aggressive Fed rate cut as oil prices surged due to supply fears.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 4, 2024
The U.S. stock market surged on October 4, 2024, with the Dow Jones hitting a record high and the Nasdaq gaining over 1%. A strong jobs report for September boosted investor confidence, while energy stocks rallied amid rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, reinforcing a positive outlook for the economy.
