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Dow, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs Amid Strong Retail Sales and Inflation Hopes

Dow, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs Amid Strong Retail Sales and Inflation Hopes

Dow, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs Amid Strong Retail Sales and Inflation Hopes The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average surged to new record highs at the close of last week’s trading, fueled by robust retail sales data that underscored a resilient consumer. This momentum positioned Wall Street for a significant weekly gain, even as inflation concerns lingered. On Friday, the S&P 500 saw a slight dip of 0.2%, while the Dow advanced 135 points, or 0.3%. A notable…

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US Retail Sales Rise 0.5% in July, Highlighting Ongoing Consumer Strength

US Retail Sales Rise 0.5% in July, Highlighting Ongoing Consumer Strength

US Retail Sales Rise 0.5% in July, Highlighting Ongoing Consumer Strength Consumer spending continues to bolster the US economy, with retail sales climbing 0.5% in July, the Commerce Department reported Friday. This increase aligns with economists’ expectations and follows an upwardly revised 0.9% gain in June. Americans are maintaining their spending habits, supported by low unemployment rates and improving consumer sentiment. Spending at US retailers, encompassing restaurants and online purchases, contributes approximately 70% of the nation’s economic output, underscoring the…

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Dow Plunges as July Wholesale Inflation Exceeds Expectations

Dow Plunges as July Wholesale Inflation Exceeds Expectations

Dow Plunges as July Wholesale Inflation Exceeds Expectations The Dow Jones Industrial Average has dropped significantly today, falling 100 points, following the release of July’s wholesale inflation data. Producer prices rose by a much hotter-than-expected 0.9% in July, signaling persistent inflationary pressures in the economy. This unexpected surge in wholesale prices has immediately impacted market sentiment, with Treasury yields also rising on the news. Investors are closely monitoring these developments, which could influence future Federal Reserve policy and broader economic…

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Wall Street’s Resilience: Markets Shrug Off Weak Data and Trump’s BLS Shake-Up

Wall Street’s Resilience: Markets Shrug Off Weak Data and Trump’s BLS Shake-Up

Wall Street’s Resilience: Markets Shrug Off Weak Data and Trump’s BLS Shake-Up Despite a wave of concerning economic indicators and a politically charged firing, the U.S. stock market has largely held its ground, baffling some analysts and highlighting a unique investor mindset. Just yesterday, on August 8, 2025, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a jobs report showing the slowest hiring pace since 2020, with only 35,000 jobs added monthly over the last three months. Hours later, President…

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Wall Street Futures Rise as US-EU Trade Deal Ignites Busy Market Week

Wall Street Futures Rise as US-EU Trade Deal Ignites Busy Market Week

Wall Street Futures Rise as US-EU Trade Deal Ignites Busy Market Week U.S. equity futures climbed on Monday morning, signaling a positive start to an exceptionally busy week for financial markets. The uplift follows President Donald Trump’s Sunday announcement of a new agreement with the European Union to lower tariffs to 15%, easing previous threats of higher duties. This week is poised to be pivotal, with investors bracing for a flurry of critical economic events. The Federal Reserve’s two-day policy…

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Stock Futures Rise as Big Tech Earnings Kick Off and Tariff Deadline Nears

Stock Futures Rise as Big Tech Earnings Kick Off and Tariff Deadline Nears

Stock Futures Rise as Big Tech Earnings Kick Off and Tariff Deadline Nears U.S. stock futures are showing upward momentum early Monday, July 21, as investors keenly anticipate the start of major tech earnings and track critical developments in trade policy. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures gained 0.26%, S&P 500 futures rose 0.24%, and Nasdaq 100 futures increased by 0.29%, signaling a positive open for Wall Street. The market’s focus is sharply divided between the upcoming corporate reports and the…

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US Inflation Report Reveals Consumer Shift: Travel Spending Dips, Goods Costs Climb

US Inflation Report Reveals Consumer Shift: Travel Spending Dips, Goods Costs Climb

US Inflation Report Reveals Consumer Shift: Travel Spending Dips, Goods Costs Climb The latest US inflation report, recently released, provides a critical insight into current economic trends, indicating a significant pullback in consumer spending on travel. This shift comes as the report simultaneously highlights a continued rise in the cost of various goods, impacting household budgets nationwide. Economic analysts are closely examining the data, which paints a picture of consumers adjusting their discretionary spending in response to persistent inflationary pressures….

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Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Data and Major Bank Earnings

Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Data and Major Bank Earnings

Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Data and Major Bank Earnings U.S. stock futures showed a slight decline on Wednesday morning as investors prepared for crucial economic reports and a fresh wave of corporate earnings. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 all ticked lower, signaling caution after Tuesday’s mixed regular trading session. The market’s focus today is squarely on the release of June’s producer price index (PPI) report, which will offer another…

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US Inflation Surges to 2.7% in June, Prompting Economic Scrutiny

US Inflation Surges to 2.7% in June, Prompting Economic Scrutiny

US Inflation Surges to 2.7% in June, Prompting Economic Scrutiny New reports indicate that inflation saw an unexpected acceleration in June, with the annual rate climbing to 2.7%. This uptick signals a potential resurgence in price pressures within the U.S. economy, a development that is likely to draw immediate attention from financial markets and policymakers. The 2.7% annual inflation figure for June represents a significant movement, suggesting that consumer prices are rising at a more rapid pace than previously observed….

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Conflicting US Jobs Reports Point to Divided Labor Market

Conflicting US Jobs Reports Point to Divided Labor Market

Conflicting US Jobs Reports Point to Divided Labor Market The latest employment figures for June have painted a perplexing picture of the U.S. labor market, with official government data sharply diverging from a key private sector report. This discrepancy, revealed this week, raises questions about the true health and direction of job growth. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported a higher-than-expected increase of 147,000 jobs in June, pushing the national unemployment rate down to 4.1% from 4.2%. This…

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S&P 500 Hits New Record as Centene Plummets Amid Trade Deal and Economic Signals

S&P 500 Hits New Record as Centene Plummets Amid Trade Deal and Economic Signals

S&P 500 Hits New Record as Centene Plummets Amid Trade Deal and Economic Signals The S&P 500 closed at a new record high on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, marking its second all-time close this week, following the announcement of a new U.S. trade deal with Vietnam. The benchmark index advanced 0.5%, with the Nasdaq also reaching a record, while the Dow experienced a marginal loss. Despite the broader market’s upward momentum, health insurer Centene (CNC) saw its shares plummet by…

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Stocks Edge Higher Amid Continued Tech Sell-Off, Trump Tax Bill Clears Senate

Stocks Edge Higher Amid Continued Tech Sell-Off, Trump Tax Bill Clears Senate

Stocks Edge Higher Amid Continued Tech Sell-Off, Trump Tax Bill Clears Senate U.S. stock futures posted modest gains early Wednesday, as investors continued to reduce their exposure to technology stocks at the onset of the second half of 2025. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures also ticking up, though the Nasdaq’s rise remained subdued following Tuesday’s tech-led downturn. In Tuesday’s regular trading, the blue-chip Dow surged 400 points, propelled by…

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Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed Amid Tariff Uncertainty as Deadline Looms

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed Amid Tariff Uncertainty as Deadline Looms

Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed Amid Tariff Uncertainty as Deadline Looms Asia-Pacific markets are trading mixed on Tuesday, July 1st, as investors weigh recent record gains on Wall Street against the looming expiration of U.S. President Donald Trump’s 90-day tariff reprieve, set for next week. The uncertainty follows comments from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday, who warned that tariffs could “spring back” to previous levels if good-faith negotiations do not yield results. Mainland China’s CSI 300 remained largely flat, despite…

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S&P 500 Closes Record Quarter; Wall Street Eyes Trade Talks & Key Economic Data

S&P 500 Closes Record Quarter; Wall Street Eyes Trade Talks & Key Economic Data

S&P 500 Closes Record Quarter; Wall Street Eyes Trade Talks & Key Economic Data U.S. equity futures showed little change early Tuesday after the S&P 500 notched another record close, capping off a stellar second quarter. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 all saw marginal dips. Monday’s trading session saw the S&P 500 advance 0.52%, securing another all-time high, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite also reached fresh records with a 0.47% gain. The…

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