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Weekly Market Update – 4.20.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Equities posted a strong advance last week as geopolitical risks eased and the Strait of Hormuz reopened, improving overall market sentiment. The S&P 500 climbed to a new high while the Nasdaq extended a lengthy winning streak, with large-cap and technology shares leading the move higher. A resurgence of interest in AI-related companies helped drive gains, while crude oil prices dropped notably, prompting some capital to ...

Weekly Market Update – 4.13.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets extended their rebound for a second consecutive week, supported by easing geopolitical tensions following a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. Investor sentiment improved as volatility declined, lifting all major indexes and most sectors, with technology and consumer-focused stocks leading gains. Meanwhile, oil prices pulled back sharply after earlier spikes, and Treasury yields finished the week relatively unchanged despite ...

Weekly Market Update – 4.6.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Optimism in Iran negotiations, strong domestic demand and investor confidence helped lift equities, even as volatility in commodities, particularly oil and gold, remained elevated. Treasury yields declined modestly, while the U.S. dollar held relatively steady.From an economic standpoint, data painted a mixed but resilient picture. Job growth came in stronger than expected and unemployment edged lower, signaling continued labor market ...

Weekly Market Update – 3.30.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets extended their recent pullback last week, as stocks remained under pressure from geopolitical uncertainty and sharp moves in energy prices. Major indexes, including the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, all finished lower. The Nasdaq slipped deeper into correction territory, while small-cap and global stocks showed relative resilience. On the economic front, recent data pointed to building price pressures. Both import ...

Weekly Market Update – 3.23.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets faced continued pressure last week, with equities broadly lower as investors digested rising yields, higher oil prices, and the Iran conflict. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq each posted losses, while the 10-year Treasury yield pushed higher to 4.39%. Commodity trends were mixed, with energy prices holding near recent highs and gold pulling back after a strong run. Recent economic releases offered a nuanced view of ...

Weekly Market Update – 3.16.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update For the third consecutive week, markets declined amid rising oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East. In response, investors moved away from risk assets. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all finished the week lower. Meanwhile, crude oil climbed above $98 per barrel, increasing more than 70% this year. Recent economic data showed mixed signals. While inflation remained relatively ...

Weekly Market Update – 3.2.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update After a mid-week rally, the S&P 500 lost steam and closed down 0.44%. Year-to-date, the index remains slightly positive, up 0.49%. Defensive sectors, such as consumer staples, utilities, and health care, outperformed, while financials and information technology lagged. The Producer Price Index rose 0.5% in January, sparking concerns about inflation. Unemployment claims increased slightly, with 212,000 new claims for the week ...

Weekly Market Update – 2.23.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Stocks traded lower most of the week, but sentiment shifted on Friday following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against President Trump’s tariffs. The S&P 500 closed above 6,900, the Dow Jones Industrial Average topped 49,600, and the NASDAQ Composite ended a five-week losing streak. Several sectors posted solid weekly gains, led by industrials, communication services, and utilities. Economic data reflected ...

Weekly Market Update – 2.17.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update A three-day selloff drove the S&P 500 down 1.39% for the week, leaving it nearly flat year-to-date. Defensive sectors like utilities, materials, and real estate posted strong gains, while financial services, communication services, and information technology sectors saw losses. The Consumer Price Index rose 0.2% in January and 2.4% over the past year, showing a slowdown compared to December’s 2.7%. Total ...

Weekly Market Update – 2.9.2026

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets experienced notable volatility last week as investors navigated shifting sentiment around technology stocks and mixed economic data. However, a strong Friday rally helped recoup some losses. Despite the late rebound, the S&P 500 finished the week down 0.10%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) gained 2.5%, reflecting the market’s sector rotation into defensive areas such as consumer staples, industrials, and energy. ...

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Weekly Market Update – 4.20.2026

Weekly Market Update – 4.13.2026

Weekly Market Update – 4.6.2026

Weekly Market Update – 3.30.2026

Weekly Market Update – 3.23.2026

Weekly Market Update – 3.16.2026

Weekly Market Update – 3.2.2026

Weekly Market Update – 2.23.2026

Weekly Market Update – 2.17.2026

Weekly Market Update – 2.9.2026

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