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CPI Next with Stocks in 4-Day Slump as Tech Wilts
The S&P 500 starts today on a four-day losing streak ahead of an ECB rate decision and U.S. CPI. Analysts expect a 0.3% headline inflation rise. FedEx and Nike report later today.
Soft CPI, Strong Micron Bring Dual Jolt Post Slump
Robust earnings from chipmaker Micron and lighter-than-expected CPI data delivered a dose of optimism to the market after a four-session losing streak. FedEx, Nike report later.
Looking to the Futures
Natural Gas futures (/NGF25) have pulled back after hitting a 3-year high on December 5th, at 5.496 as concerns of a colder than normal winter have subsided.
Jobs Data Anticipation Grows as Light Growth Seen
Today's delayed November jobs report at 8:30 a.m. ET is likely to set the tone. Analysts see lethargic growth of 30,000. Tech shares, especially AI, lost more ground Monday.
Jobs Data, BOJ, Loom After Tech, Treasuries Drop
Tomorrow's jobs report, Thursday's Nike results and Friday's BOJ decision are weekly highlights, but focus could stay on fast-retreating tech stocks and rising Treasury yields.
Schwab's Market Perspective: 2026 Outlook
Investors are navigating not just uncertainty, but an unstable environment influenced by tariffs and inflation, among other factors. While volatility may increase, there is likely room for another solid year in 2026, especially for fixed income and international stocks.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The Dow Jones, S&P 500 Equal Weight and Russell 2000 all hit fresh all-time highs this week while tech stocks slumped on AI concerns. Will sector rotation be enough to set the bulls up for a year-end rally?
Market Snapshot | December 2025
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
Broadcom Results Assessed After Stocks Post Record
Chipmaker Broadcom beat analysts' earnings, revenue, and guidance with results late yesterday following new record-high closes for the DJIA and S&P 500 index. Cyclical names led.
Fed Cuts Rates for the Third Time This Year
The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, Fed Chairman Powell hinted at a pause ahead, and there were several dissents.