Markets and Economy
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Three Positives Result in Negative Stocks
GDP, unemployment claims, and durable goods data all came in better than expected, changing expectations to the Fed rate cuts causing stocks to sell off.
Stocks Rebound on Slight Move Up in Inflation
Inflation rose 0.3% in August, according to the Fed's favored report. It 'gives the green light for the Fed to continue with the bias to cut rates,' a Schwab expert said.
Looking to the Futures
On Tuesday, the Russell 2000 Index reached new heights touching 2488.84 and closing at 2457.51, surpassing an almost 4-year record close.
Stocks Stagnate as AI Companies Consolidate
Stock indexes retreated on Wednesday as AI tech companies settle lower. A weaker dollar could help multinational and foreign companies as the Fed navigates a sticky situation.
Precious Metals Shine Despite Hawkish Fed
Gold and silver have experienced large returns in 2025 and there are signs that they’ll continue. Bitcoin recently lost ground to gold, but seasonal cycles could cause a catch up.
Powell Up Next with Stocks at New AI-driven Highs
Fed Chairman Powell gives a lunchtime speech on the economic outlook today after other policy makers sounded hawkish. Nvidia and Apple helped the market to new highs Monday.
Week Ahead Features Powell Speech, Inflation Data
A speech by Fed Chairman Jerome Powell tomorrow on the economic outlook and Friday's PCE price data are highlights ahead. Micron and Costco both report in coming days.
Is the Chinese Stock Market Rally Sustainable?
Chinese equities have surged amid investor optimism about AI innovation and certain government initiatives, despite a slowdown in China's economy.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
All the major indices notched fresh all-time highs this week, despite a mere "risk management cut" out of this week's FOMC meeting. Investors appear to be riding the "don't fight the Fed" and "the trend is your friend" investing monikers.