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Weekly Market Update – 3.31.2025

Stocks had a challenging week, as early gains faded amid investor concerns over inflation and escalating trade tensions. The S&P 500 fell 1.53%, marking its fifth weekly decline in six weeks. Technology stocks were hit particularly hard, dropping 2.1%, while consumer discretionary, consumer staples, and energy sectors managed slight gains. Investor sentiment was tested as core consumer prices rose more than anticipated, fueling inflation worries, and consumer spending showed signs of ...
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Weekly Market Update – 2.24.2025

Markets closed lower last week as investors reacted to weaker-than-expected economic data and lingering inflation worries. The S&P 500 declined 1.66%, driven by underperformance in consumer discretionary and communication services sectors. Bond prices gained on increased demand, pushing yields lower. Crude oil prices fell for the third consecutive week, while gold prices advanced. Housing market data showed mixed results. Housing starts were down 9.8% in January, reflecting caution ...
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Weekly Market Update – 12.9.2024

Last week, consumer discretionary, communication services, and information technology stocks saw gains, which were tempered by declines in energy, utilities, real estate, and materials. The S&P 500 gained 0.99%, and the Russell 1000 growth gained 3.64%. Friday’s labor report showed strong November hiring and upward revisions for September. The strong hiring and an increase in the employment rate from 4.1% to 4.2% should keep the Fed on course to cut rates by 0.25% on ...
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