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    9 February 2024
    S&P 500 Nears Historic Milestone Amid Stock Futures Dip and Currency Market Shifts

    Stock futures edged lower on Thursday evening, despite the S&P 500 making headlines earlier in the day by briefly topping the 5,000 mark for the first time during intraday trading, before settling just below this historic level. This slight downturn …

    8 February 2024
    Tech Giants Lead Surge as S&P 500 Nears Historic 5,000

    On Wednesday, the stock market experienced notable gains, propelling the S&P 500 tantalizingly close to the 5,000 mark, thanks to strong quarterly results underscoring a robust economy. The index rose by 0.82%, setting a new closing high of 4,995.06, while …

    7 February 2024
    Stock Market Gains Amid Mixed Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Strong Earnings Reports

    On Tuesday, the stock market witnessed modest gains, driven by positive corporate earnings and the investors’ assessment of future Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all saw increases, with standout performances from …

    5 February 2024
    Week Ahead: RBA’s next move is in the spotlight

    In the dynamic landscape of the global economy, investors and analysts remain vigilant, focusing on pivotal events to decipher the trajectory and well-being of diverse economies. Let’s delve into the significant economic indicators and upcoming decisions slated for February 2024. …

    2 February 2024
    Dow Jones Soars as Fed Holds Rates Steady

    In a remarkable turnaround from its recent downturn, the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 369.54 points to close at a record 38,519.84, buoyed by the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged, contrary to speculations of a possible cut …

    1 February 2024
    Stocks Plummet as Powell Signals No Rate Cut in March

    In a significant market downturn, Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell’s indication of no rate cut in March resulted in the Dow Jones Industrial Average’s worst performance since December. Despite this, the Federal Reserve addressed concerns by removing a tightening bias …

    31 January 2024
    Stock Market Sees Mixed Results Amid Fed Rate Decision Anticipation

    The stock market presented a mixed picture as the S&P 500 closed marginally lower and the Dow Jones hit a record high, while the Nasdaq Composite fell. This cautious trading reflects investor anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest …

    30 January 2024
    S&P 500 Hits Record High Amid Tech Earnings and Fed Rate Policy Expectations, Dollar Strengthens in Diverse Global Market

    The S&P 500 achieved a new record high, climbing to 4,927.93, driven by anticipation of major tech company earnings and the upcoming Federal Reserve rate policy decision. This week is pivotal with 19% of S&P 500 companies, including tech giants …

    29 January 2024
    Week Ahead: Focus on Fed Rate decision and Non-Farm Payroll data

    Looking ahead from the final week of January, traders and investors are gearing up for a bustling week filled with significant economic events. These developments are poised to shape market dynamics, with a particular focus on inflation trends, economic growth …

    26 January 2024
    S&P 500 Hits New Record, Nasdaq Resilient Despite Tesla Slump

    In a week marked by mixed market performance, the S&P 500 soared to a new closing record, while the Nasdaq faced challenges due to Tesla’s post-earnings decline. Positive economic indicators, including robust U.S. GDP growth and encouraging inflation data, influenced …