On Friday, the U.S. markets ended mixed, as gains in energy, utilities, and consumer staples stocks offset losses in mega-cap growth stocks, resulting in an almost flat S&P 500.
The lucrativeness of the AI industry has surpassed expectations, providing a much-needed boost for the tech industry. The tech industry was experiencing a downturn at the beginning of the year due to excessive costs incurred during pandemic hiring sprees coupled with rising concerns over macroeconomic trends.
On Friday, August 11, the U.S. markets ended mixed, reflecting concerns that the Federal Reserve's efforts to control inflation aren't complete.
Producer prices in the U.S. increased 0.3% month-over-month in July, following a revised flat reading for June.
On Thursday, August 10, the U.S. markets closed in green after the release of the recent inflation data. Gains in the Consumer Services, Telecoms, and Technology sectors led stocks higher.
On Tuesday, August 8, the U.S. markets closed in the red after credit rating agency Moody's (NYSE: MCO) downgraded several banks, reigniting concerns about the soundness of U.S. banks and the economy.
On Thursday, August 3, the U.S. markets ended in red as investors assessed the latest economic data and earnings batch.
Eight of the eleven main S&P 500 sectors declined, with more interest rates sensitive sectors like Utilities and Real Estate leading losses.
July's nonfarm payrolls, average hourly earnings, and unemployment rate data are awaited today.
On Wednesday, August 2, the U.S. markets closed lower after Fitch downgraded the long-term credit rating of U.S. NASDAQ fell as traders focused on the downgrade of U.S. debt and rising Treasury yields.
Major indices had no boost from the better-than-expected ADP Employment Change report, which indicated that private enterprises gained 324,000 jobs in July.