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Last week, stocks rallied but closed short of their all-time highs. May’s Retail Sales Report showed a 0.1% increase from the previous month, below the 0.3% expected. The category of sporting goods, hobby, musical instruments, and book stores saw the biggest m/m increase of 2.8%. In contrast, gasoline stations and furniture sales saw the largest decreases, 2.2% and 1.1% respectively. Look for summer-time discounts on home furniture and furnishings.
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Weekly Market Update – 6.17.2024
The major stock indices ended last week mixed, and bonds rallied. The S&P 500 and US Aggregate Bond Index gained 1.62% and 1.31%, respectively, while the Dow Jones 30 declined 0.95%. May’s headline Consumer Price Index(CPI) was flat from the previous month and up 3.3% from one year ago. The cooler CPI print drove longer-dated treasury yield down by approximately 20 basis points. We could expect mortgage rates to follow suit soon.
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Weekly Market Update – 5.27.2023
Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update
Last week, stocks were mixed. The tech-heavy NASDAQ reached a record high as AI stocks rallied on the back of NVIDIA’s(NVDA) strong Q1 earnings report.
This week, on Memorial Day, we remember the service men and women who gave their lives for our freedoms. Thank you to all past and present military personnel and their family for their service to our country.
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Weekly Market Update – 5.13.2024
Last week, stocks posted gains, with the S&P 500 approaching a record high and bond yields remaining relatively unchanged. Good corporate earnings and signs of a softening labor market contributed to stock gains.
Inflation is back in focus this week, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report coming out on Wednesday. The market expects April’s CPI to decrease from the previous month.
Happy belated Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! Here’s to a great week ...
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Weekly Market Update – 5.6.2024
Last week, there was a plethora of economic data and earnings to digest. The outcome was positive for both stock and bond investors.
This week continues with a busy earnings slate, with notables including Disney, Uber, and Airbnb. Strong first-quarter earnings so far are boosting stocks. Over 75% of reported earnings exceeded Wall Street’s profit estimates.
Please enjoy the attached Market Week for more details. Here’s to a great week ahead.
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Weekly Market Update – 04.29.2024
We hope you had a great weekend! Last week, stocks posted gains for three of the five trading days. All major stock indexes posted weekly gains, with the technology Nasdaq leading the way by 4.23%.
This week, the FOMC meeting, Jobs Data, and earnings will make headlines. Unify Financial Advisors will celebrate our first anniversary on Thursday, May 2nd! Thank you for trusting us with $113 million in assets under management for 161 client households.
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Weekly Market Update – 4.8.2024
Last week, strong job numbers introduced uncertainty, with the S&P 500 falling by 0.93% and bonds dropping by 1.06%. Job creation and openings support economic growth but can result in persistent inflation and prompt the Federal Reserve (Fed) to maintain high-interest rates to fulfill its dual mandate of maximum employment and price stability.
Gold prices surged above $2,300 per ounce, reaching record highs before settling at $2,299 on Friday. There’s considerable buzz around gold ...
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Weekly Market Update – 3.18.2024
Last week, the market had mixed reactions to the inflation data. The Core Consumer Price Index (Core CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) for February exceeded expectations, registering at 0.4% and 0.6%, respectively, from the previous month. Over the past twelve months, Core CPI increased by 3.8%. The S&P 500 gained following Tuesday’s CPI data but sold off on Thursday after the hotter-than-expected PPI data, closing down -0.09% for the week.
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Weekly Market Update – 2.26.2024
Last week, Nvidia (NVDA) posted record profits, contributing to its stock and the broader stock market achieving record highs on Friday. The S&P 500 gained 1.68% for the week and 6.91% year-to-date.
Far from being hype, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize business and our daily lives. By enhancing efficiency and productivity, AI technology promises transformative changes across industries. While optimism around AI remains high, mitigating AI technology risks is ...
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Weekly Market Update – 2.12.2024
Last week, the S&P 500 gained 1.40%, reaching another all-time closing high on Friday of 5027. Earnings beats from Disney (DIS), Chipotle (CMG), and McDonald’s (MCD) contributed to the S&P 500 setting higher highs.
This week, the Chiefs can be considered a dynasty after beating the 49ers in overtime to win their second consecutive Super Bowl and third in five years. According to the USA Today Ad Meter, State Farm’s “Like a Good Neighbor” was the most-liked ...
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