On May 6, global stock markets faced pressure as trade tensions and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting weighed on investor sentiment. The S&P 500 fell, the dollar declined, and Treasury yields dropped, while oil rebounded due to rising demand and geopolitical concerns. Investors are closely watching trade talks with China and awaiting the Fed’s policy update.
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Daily Market Snapshot: May 05, 2025
The S&P 500 ended its nine-day winning streak on May 5 after President Trump announced a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the U.S., adding to market uncertainty. Despite concerns about trade tensions and the upcoming Federal Reserve policy decision, Skechers surged 24.3% after a major buyout deal, while Netflix and Amazon struggled. Investors are closely watching for signs of progress in trade negotiations and potential rate cuts from the Fed.
Daily Market Snapshot: May 02, 2025
U.S. stocks rose on May 2, driven by strong job growth data and the potential easing of U.S.-China trade tensions. The economy added 177,000 jobs in April, surpassing expectations, while unemployment held steady at 4.2%. Despite a recent contraction in GDP, the market reacted positively to trade talk developments and strong earnings from major tech companies like Meta and Nvidia.
Daily Market Snapshot: April 30, 2025
U.S. stocks closed higher on Wednesday after a late rally, despite a 0.3% contraction in GDP for the first quarter. Consumer spending surged in March, topping expectations, while labor market data showed weaker-than-expected job growth. As trade tensions and economic uncertainty continue, investors remain cautious, but the market showed resilience as key tech stocks like Meta and Microsoft reported strong earnings.