How renewed trade tensions, major bank earnings, and a surging Bitcoin are shaping the week ahead. In This Edition: Market Summary The past week saw US equities close mixed to slightly lower, primarily influenced by renewed trade rhetoric from Washington. After a somewhat quiet start following the July 4th holiday, President Trump’s threats of higher
🧠 Market Mood Markets are starting to feel the strain of high expectations. Tech cooled off, energy heated up, and the Federal Reserve continued to hold rates steady—leaving investors wondering: is this just a healthy breather or the start of something deeper? 📊 Last Week’s Performance Asset Weekly Change YTD Change S&P 500 (SPY) -0.4%
S&P stalls at 6,000, Bitcoin nears $106 K, all eyes on inflation and Fed signals. 📊 Market Mood The S&P is bumping up against a plateau near 6,000, showing hesitation even after a 1% lift following May’s jobs data. Bitcoin is carving a narrow range from $105K–$106K amid positive employment and mixed macro headlines . 📌
Investors brace for the June jobs report as stocks hover near all-time highs and rate cut hopes hang in the balance. Equities closed out May with a strong rebound after a mid-month dip. Investors are breathing a little easier as inflation continues its slow retreat and Fed officials remain mum on rate hikes. But behind
Tariffs, Tech, and Tensions: What This Week’s Data and Headlines Reveal About Market Momentum 🔍 Market Recap Last week, U.S. markets experienced heightened volatility due to escalating trade tensions. President Trump’s announcement of potential 50% tariffs on European Union imports and a 25% tariff on Apple products not manufactured in the U.S. unsettled investors. Although
A pivotal week as markets weigh cooling inflation, Nvidia’s earnings, and the Fed’s next move. Market Overview U.S. markets surged last week, buoyed by a 90-day pause in U.S.-China tariffs and positive inflation data, which rekindled hopes for potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The S&P 500 closed at 5,958.38, marking a 5.3% weekly gain
Most people think the biggest challenge to affording life in America is the price of groceries, gas, or rent. But if you zoom out and look at the full picture, the biggest cost of living might actually be… taxes. Let’s break it down with a simple example:You earn $100,000 a year. Seems like a solid
Inflation, earnings, and trade talks headline a cautious but hopeful week ahead. 📰 Market Snapshot U.S. equities closed last week with modest declines: Investors are closely monitoring upcoming economic data and trade developments, which could influence market direction in the coming days. 📊 Key Economic Events This Week Tuesday, May 13: Thursday, May 15: Friday,
Positive earnings, steady Fed policy, and a landmark U.S.–U.K. trade deal hint at resilience—despite lingering inflation and global risks. 📈 Market Snapshot U.S. equities experienced a volatile week, with major indices responding to geopolitical developments and economic data. Despite these gains, year-to-date performance remains mixed, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 down 7.2% and 9.1%,
As investors cheer a rebound in equities, deep-rooted pessimism, geopolitical flashpoints, and a pivotal Fed meeting threaten to unravel the optimism. Market Overview The S&P 500 closed last week at 5,489.40, marking a 4.6% gain, as investors responded positively to strong corporate earnings and a temporary pause in tariff escalations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average
