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Markets Slip as Trump Relief Rally Fades and Iran Tensions Rise
markets1 month ago

Markets Slip as Trump Relief Rally Fades and Iran Tensions Rise

U.S. stocks opened lower on Friday with the Dow down about 0.3%, the S&P 500 around 0.1%, and the Nasdaq flat, ending a relief rally after Trump backed off tariffs on Greenland. Intel’s weak outlook weighed on the chip sector, while tensions with Iran kept risk appetite in check. Gold rallied toward $5,000 with Goldman Sachs forecasting about $5,400 by year-end, and the dollar eased as safe-haven demand grew and the yen strengthened.

Dow Declines to Open Last Week of 2025
business2 months ago

Dow Declines to Open Last Week of 2025

The stock market declined on Dec. 29, 2025, with major indices falling and a significant drop in silver prices, amid a risk-off sentiment on Wall Street, while precious metals and certain tech stocks like Nvidia and Palantir also declined, breaking the typical Santa Claus rally pattern for the third consecutive year.

Dow Surges Over 550 Points as Shutdown Ends and Optimism Grows
business3 months ago

Dow Surges Over 550 Points as Shutdown Ends and Optimism Grows

The Dow Jones surged over 550 points to a record high amid optimism that the US government shutdown may end soon, with the Senate approving a funding measure. Investors shifted sectors, and the potential reopening could lead to the release of delayed economic data, boosting confidence. Tech stocks declined slightly, but overall market sentiment remains positive due to easing Federal Reserve policies and strong corporate profits.

Stocks Reach New Highs Amid Mixed Market Trends
business4 months ago

Stocks Reach New Highs Amid Mixed Market Trends

The stock market experienced a strong week with the Dow reaching record highs, driven by broad sector gains, despite mixed signals from economic data such as a contraction in the services sector and a delay in government data releases. The Nasdaq dipped slightly as tech stocks declined, while the S&P 500 showed modest gains, indicating a resilient market supported by diverse sectors beyond just technology.