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Weekly Market Update – 12.15.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets were mixed last week as investors responded to the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and rotated from technology stocks into more cyclical areas of the market. The S&P 500 declined 0.63% for the week, ending slightly lower after reaching record highs mid-week following the Fed’s announcement. The Federal Reserve cut its target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.50%–3.75%, ...

Weekly Market Update – 12.8.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update – 12.8.2025 Tame inflation data and growing optimism about a possible Federal Reserve interest rate cut drove positive momentum in the stock market last week. The S&P 500 gained 0.31% for the week. The Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index (PCE) increased 0.3% in September and 2.8% from one year ago. The US import and export prices remained unchanged in September, following a 0.1% rise in August. ...

Weekly Market Update – 12.1.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Equities rallied as expectations grew for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut next month. After a few weeks of volatility, enthusiasm in the technology sector helped fuel a sharp rebound across major indexes. The S&P 500 ended the week up 3.73%. Economic data released after the federal government’s reopening also provided clearer insight into the health of the economy. The Producer Price Index increased ...

Weekly Market Update – 11.24.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Volatility remained the theme in the markets last week as equities faced sharp midweek declines before a partial recovery on Friday. Despite the rebound, major U.S. indexes finished in negative territory. The S&P 500 ended the week down 1.95%.Economic updates were mixed. The delayed September jobs report showed stronger than expected job gains alongside a rise in unemployment, reinforcing uncertainty around the Federal Reserve’s future ...

Weekly Market Update – 11.17.2025

The markets began the week on a strong note following the re-opening of the U.S. government after a prolonged shutdown. However, momentum faded as concerns resurfaced regarding elevated valuations in AI-related stocks and uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s next policy move. The S&P 500 ended the week up 0.08%. Following the longest government shutdown in history, Q4 growth could experience a slight contraction. However, delayed government-driven demand from back pay ...

Weekly Market Update – 11.3.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update The S&P 500 rose 0.71% and reached record highs during the week. Markets were buoyed by optimism around tech sector earnings results, though the Federal Reserve’s cautious tone on future rate cuts tempered gains. The Fed lowered the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a target range of 3.75%–4.00%, citing signs of a cooling labor market and persistent inflation pressures. Upbeat earnings from Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and ...

Weekly Market Update – 10.27.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update U.S. equities extended their rally last week, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.92% to close at 6,791.69, reaching a new record high. Investor sentiment improved as the third-quarter earnings season began on a strong note, particularly among major banks, while softer-than-expected September inflation data fueled optimism for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut at this week’s meeting. On the economic front, existing-home ...

Weekly Market Update – 9.22.2025

The stock market continued its impressive performance last week, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.22%. Stock gains were fueled by the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates for the first time this year, bringing the range to 4.00%-4.25%. The majority of the FOMC participants forecasted further reducing the Fed Funds rate by 0.50% in 2025. While lower rates are good for some borrowers and investors, they also reduce short-term savings rates, so it is best to stay ...

Weekly Market Update – 9.15.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Wall Street experienced positive momentum, driven by expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. The S&P 500 gained 1.59% for the week, closing at 6,584.29, and the tech-heavy NASDAQ reached a record high. The 10-year treasury yield declined to 4.06%, driving 30-year mortgage rates lower. Key economic reports included an increase of 0.4% in August for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and a slight decline of 0.1% in ...

Weekly Market Update – 9.8.2025

Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Last week, the stock market experienced notable swings influenced by economic data, particularly signs of a cooling labor market that raised expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500 gained 0.33% for the week and closed at 6,481.50, just shy of Thursday’s record close. Big tech shares played a significant role in driving market performance. Additionally, the 10-year Treasury ...

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