On Thursday, Wall Street rebounded into positive territory, following a brief dip experienced on Wednesday. At midday trading New York time, all major stock indices were trading in the green as traders prepared for the final trading week of the year.
Thursday morning data showed downwardly revised Q3 economic growth, increased jobless claims, and manufacturing health decline in Philadelphia Federal Reserve district. US futures reacted positively premarket, SPY fell 1.4% on Wednesday.
Stocks inched higher during midday trading in New York on Wednesday, with the momentum carrying over from the previous day when the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 achieved fresh record highs.
The November release of the Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) price index stands as the most eagerly anticipated economic event this week. Investors and Fed watchers closely monitor this event, as it provides insights into the future interest rate path.
Tuesday, December 19, 2023, stands now as a remarkable day in Wall Street’s history, as the technology stocks of the Nasdaq 100 mark a significant milestone, surging to new highs after a hiatus of 758 days since their previous peak.