On November 19, 2024, U.S. stocks were mixed as Nvidia and Walmart optimism lifted the Nasdaq and S&P 500, while the Dow slipped on industrial sector weakness. Geopolitical tensions weighed early, but tech and retail strength buoyed investor sentiment.
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Daily Market Snapshot: October 18, 2024
On October 18, 2024, U.S. stocks posted their sixth consecutive week of gains, with tech stocks leading the charge. Netflix reported strong subscriber growth, boosting the Nasdaq Composite, while gold reached a new record high at over $2,700 per ounce. Oil prices fell sharply, reflecting concerns about Chinese demand. Investors are focused on earnings reports and retail sales data as key indicators of market strength
Daily Market Snapshot: October 17, 2024
On October 17, 2024, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at another record high, driven by stronger-than-expected retail sales data and a rebound in chip stocks led by TSMC. Financials outperformed, with Morgan Stanley and other large banks reporting strong quarterly earnings. Small-cap stocks gained momentum, though tech megacaps such as Apple and Alphabet saw declines. Investors remain focused on upcoming economic data and Federal Reserve rate cut expectations.
Daily Market Snapshot: October 16, 2024
On October 16, 2024, U.S. stock markets advanced, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching another record high, driven by strong gains in the financial sector and small-cap stocks. While mega-cap tech stocks like Apple and Microsoft faced losses, Nvidia rebounded, boosting the Nasdaq Composite. Investors are now focusing on corporate earnings and upcoming retail sales and industrial production data, which could influence Federal Reserve policy.
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.