Category: Market Summary

U.S. stocks closed sharply lower on Monday, as President Donald Trump reignited global trade war concerns with the announcement of sweeping new tariffs. The S&P 500 fell 0.8%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 422 points (0.9%), and the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.9%. The market sell-off followed Trump’s declaration of a 25% tariff on goods…

Stocks moved sharply lower during trading on Monday, giving back ground after moving sharply higher over the past several sessions. The major averages moved to the downside in early trading and slid more firmly into negative territory as the day progressed. The major averages ended the day off their worst levels of the day but…

U.S. stocks declined Monday amid rising uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs after last week’s record highs. By 9:32 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones fell 95 points (0.2%), the S&P 500 dropped 22 points (0.4%), and the Nasdaq slipped 95 points (0.5%). With the pause on Trump’s reciprocal tariffs nearing expiration and only preliminary…

Even as trade-worries persist, markets are holding firm. “There may be some threats and saber-rattling, but it’s unlikely to pose a major threat to markets right now,” says Irene Tunkel, chief U.S. equities strategist at BCA Research. Still, the looming tariff deadline and ongoing negotiations mean investors remain on alert. Julian McManus, portfolio manager at…

The U.S. stock market is entering the second half of 2025 with significant momentum. After a volatile start to the year, marked by geopolitical concerns and tariff shocks, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have roared back, both notching fresh all-time highs. The big question now: can this bullish energy continue, or will the second half…

United States Equity markets set new records amid strong job data U.S. stocks posted solid gains during the holiday-shortened week, with both the S&P 500 Index and the Nasdaq Composite closing at record highs for the second consecutive week. Small- and mid-cap stocks outperformed, as the Russell 2000 rose 3.52% and the S&P MidCap 400…

U.S. stock markets wrapped up a holiday-shortened week on a strong note, with both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reaching new all-time highs. While investors in the U.S. showed confidence, European markets remained cautious amid ongoing uncertainty about America’s aggressive trade tactics. Stocks Boosted by Strong Employment Data and Policy Advances On Thursday, the…

After moving mostly higher over the course of Wednesday’s session, stocks saw continued strength during trading on Thursday. With the continued advance, the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 once again reached new record closing highs. The major averages moved roughly sideways after an early upward move, hovering firmly in positive territory. The Nasdaq jumped 207.97…

U.S. stocks edged higher Thursday following a stronger-than-expected jobs report that underscored the labor market’s resilience, bolstering investor optimism around potential trade deals and fiscal policy progress. As of 09:32 ET the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 80 points (0.2%), the S&P 500 gained 24 points (0.4%), and the NASDAQ Composite rose 120 points…

U.S. stock futures pointed to a slightly higher open on Thursday, as investors digested stronger-than-expected employment data and recent bullish momentum in tech stocks. Buying interest ahead of the bell was supported by new figures from the U.S. Labor Department, which showed job creation in June exceeded analyst expectations. According to the report, non-farm payrolls…