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U.S. stocks managed to hold their ground on Tuesday as investors awaited clearer signals on how long the ongoing conflict with Iran might last. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 210 points (0.4%) and the Nasdaq climbed 0.6%. After a volatile Monday driven by …

After a sharp sell-off fueled by worries over artificial intelligence, U.S. tech stocks are showing signs of stabilization. Investors are grappling with a dual narrative: AI as a potential disruptor of traditional jobs versus AI as a growth engine for software and services companies. The market’s rollercoaster reflects both fear …

U.S. stock indexes fell across the board on Tuesday after giving up their early gains, pressured by a pullback in the “Magnificent Seven” technology stocks—the group that has the strongest influence on market direction. This decline weighed directly on the major indexes, all of which closed lower. The market also …

U.S. stocks closed out the post-Christmas holiday week on steady footing, managing to secure solid weekly gains as Wall Street officially entered the so-called “Santa Claus rally” period. While trading volumes thinned toward year-end, investor sentiment remained broadly constructive, supported by resilient equity performance, record-setting moves in precious metals, and …

Goldman Sachs reported a 22% increase in profit for Q2, driven by record equities trading revenue and a resurgence in investment banking activity. The strong results reflect how market volatility, partly fueled by trade policy uncertainties, has benefited Wall Street’s trading desks. Key Results: Profit: $3.7 billion, or $10.91 per …

US stock markets cratered on Wednesday, driven by mounting fears of stagflation—a toxic mix of economic stagnation and persistent inflation. Fresh data revealing a contracting economy and sticky price pressures sent investors scrambling. The Federal Reserve now faces a treacherous path: tame inflation without triggering a deeper downturn. Decisive policy …

The S&P 500 retreated on Wednesday following the Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain interest rates. Nvidia shares continued their downward spiral amid growing scrutiny over its AI technology. This confluence of events underscores the delicate balance facing markets: navigating inflationary pressures, grappling with the evolving landscape of AI, and contending …

U.S. stock index futures opened the week on a positive note Monday, with investors focusing on upcoming economic data and Federal Reserve commentary. Market Performance as of 06:15 ET (11:15 GMT) Dow Jones Futures: Up 40 points (0.1%) S&P 500 Futures: Up 30 points (0.5%) Nasdaq 100 Futures: Gained 180 …

U.S. stock index futures opened the new year on a positive trajectory, reflecting investor optimism following a year of stellar market performance. By 05:25 ET (10:25 GMT), Dow Jones Futures rose 195 points (0.5%), S&P 500 Futures gained 38 points (0.7%), and Nasdaq 100 Futures climbed 165 points (0.8%). The …

Key Points Futures Market Movement: S&P 500 Futures: Down 0.1% to 6,090.0 points. Nasdaq 100 Futures: Declined 0.3% to 21,985.75 points. Dow Jones Futures: Edged lower by 0.1% to 43,668.0 points. Wall Street Overview: The major indices were largely unchanged during Thursday’s session. S&P 500: Flat at 6,037.59 points. NASDAQ …