Cash Financial Market Commentary
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Economic Growth Surprises to the Upside Equity markets rallied last week following a strong U.S. GDP report and easing bond yields. The S&P 500 advanced 2.5%, the NASDAQ gained 2.9%, and the Dow climbed 2.1%.
Relief Rally Fueled by Cooling Yields and Steady CPI After weeks of volatility, equities rebounded last week, supported by falling Treasury yields and inflation data that met expectations. The S&P 500 rose 0.7%, the NASDAQ gained 1.6%, and the Dow added 0.8%.
Strong Labor Market Fuels Yield Surge Markets pulled back last week as Treasury yields climbed sharply in response to strong U.S. labor market data. The S&P 500 declined 0.9%, the NASDAQ fell 1.6%, and the Dow dipped 0.3%.
Markets Rise Despite Hawkish Fed Projections Markets moved higher last week, overcoming a more restrictive Federal Reserve outlook. The S&P 500 rose 0.8%, the NASDAQ added 0.3%, and the Dow gained 1.3%, with energy and tech sectors driving performance.
CPI Beats Forecasts as Shelter and Gas Prices Drive Gains Markets pulled back slightly last week as fresh inflation data and a rise in long-term interest rates renewed concerns about policy tightening. The S&P 500 lost 0.4%, the NASDAQ declined 1.1%, and the Dow edged down 0.1%.
Stocks Gain on Evolving Fed Outlook Markets posted another week of gains, supported by a shift in tone from the Federal Reserve and positive movement in technology and small-cap equities. The S&P 500 rose 1.0%, the NASDAQ gained 1.8%, and the Dow edged up 0.2%.