Volatility, Uncertainty Rule the Week for Markets
Stocks notched a solid gain last week, rallying behind upbeat earnings, a dovish Fed, and mixed economic data.
Despite Turbulent Week, Stocks Stage Comeback
Stocks staged a choppy comeback last week as investors cheered positive earnings, led by mega-cap tech stocks. The rally came to pass despite fresh data showing a slowing economy and increasing inflationary pressures
Fed & Middle East Conflict Diminish Stocks
Stocks fell for a third straight week, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell's mixed but upbeat message could not offset the anxiety caused by the Middle East conflict.
Fed Comments Stir the Pot for Stocks
Stocks dropped last week as investors focused on “what's next” for interest rates after mixed comments from multiple Fed officials.
Stocks Narrowly Higher
Stocks were narrowly higher for the week as investors digested mixed economic news about consumer confidence. All three of the major averages posted gains for Q1 2024.
Second Week Of Stock Retreat
Stocks fell for the second straight week on inflation concerns despite a report on consumer prices that was initially well received by investors.
Tech & AI Lead Another Advancing Week
Stocks extended their tech-led advance last week as signs of a resilient and still-enthusiastic consumer boosted momentum.
Stocks Hit New Highs on AI’s Promise
Stocks vaulted to new heights last week on the back of an artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor company, marking investors’ belief that AI has the potential to transform the U.S. economy.
Market Retreats on Inflation, Economic Reports
Stocks fell last week as investors reacted to disappointing inflation updates and other economic reports that fell short of estimates.
Investors Move Past Mixed Fed Message #WEVU 02/05/2024
Stocks pushed higher last week as investors cheered mega-cap tech corporate reports and a better-than-expected employment report.
Excitement Around Big Tech Continues #WEVU 01/29/2024
Stocks continued their upward climb last week as excitement around big tech continued; positive economic reports stoked investors’ belief that the Federal Reserve has pulled off a soft landing.
Big Win for Big Tech #WEVU 01/22/2024
Stocks finished higher last week, with big tech again leading amid lingering uncertainty over how continued economic strength would influence the Fed’s rate decision.
Investors Begin To See The Light In Upbeat Week #WEVU 01/16/2024
Stocks pushed higher last week, led by big tech names and boosted by December inflation reports that were mixed but positive enough to shore up investor confidence in Fed rate cuts this year.
Investors Enter 2024 In Doubtful Mood #WEVU 01/08/2024
Stocks retreated in the first trading week of 2024, struggling a bit after a celebratory end to last year as investors second-guessed Fed signals and fretted over lingering inflation concerns.
S&P Ends 2023 Up 24% #WEVU 01/02/2024
Stocks posted a slight gain last week amid a shortage of news and light holiday trading.
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12/18/2023 Weekly Riddle
Ray slipped off of a 30-foot escalator and landed on a sidewalk. He was embarrassed, yet uninjured. How could this be?
Stocks Rally On Fed, Inflation News #WEVU 12/18/2023
Markets reacted positively last week to cooler inflation and the idea of potential rate cuts next year, adding to the gains of the market’s year-end rally.
Stocks Spark Late Week Rally #WEVU 12/11/2023
A late-week, two-day rally left stocks higher, adding to November’s gains as the last month of trading for 2023 began.
12/11/2023 Weekly Riddle
My first is twice in apple but not once in tart. My second is in liver but not in heart. My third is in giant and also in ghost. Whole I'm best when I am roast. What am I?