Equities demonstrated surprising strength in the third quarter as market participation broadened across sectors. Despite persistent inflation concerns and labor market weaknesses, major indices posted their best Q3 performance since 2020, driven by improving trade policies, rate cut optimism, and better-than-feared corporate earnings that signaled a potential early-cycle market transition.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekTech Stocks Defy Weak Jobs Data, Nasdaq Hits Record High
Despite disappointing jobs data and persistent inflation concerns, tech equities are powering ahead. The Nasdaq Composite reached a new all-time high this week, underscoring investor confidence in the sector. This resilience makes tech-focused ETFs particularly attractive to market participants.
about Tech Stocks Defy Weak Jobs Data, Nasdaq Hits Record HighBitcoin Declines as Investors Flee to Gold Amid Economic Uncertainty
Bitcoin has lost its status as a safe haven asset, with a significant price drop of $10,000 in just 24 hours, as traders shift towards gold amid rising trade tensions and economic uncertainty. While gold prices have increased by 10% this year, Bitcoin has declined by 10%, reflecting a broader risk-off sentiment in the market. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also fell sharply, indicating a widespread retreat from risk assets.
about Bitcoin Declines as Investors Flee to Gold Amid Economic UncertaintyBitcoin Price Drops to 85000 Amid US Trade Tariff Confirmation
Bitcoin retreated to $85,000 as markets reacted to confirmed US tariffs on Canada and Mexico, set to begin on March 4. The cryptocurrency fell from a brief bounce at $87,000, with record outflows from Bitcoin ETFs totaling $2.1 billion, primarily driven by retail investors. Analysts suggest a potential gap closure at $77,360, but the outlook remains bearish unless Bitcoin can close February above $92,000.
about Bitcoin Price Drops to 85000 Amid US Trade Tariff ConfirmationBitcoin Price Surges to 106K Amid Disappointing US GDP Data
Bitcoin’s price surged to $106K as disappointing US Q4 GDP data, which came in at 2.3% against a forecast of 2.5%, fueled bullish sentiment. The market reacted with lower yields and a dip in the dollar, while altcoins also saw gains. Analysts suggest that a breakout above $106.5K could signal further upward momentum for Bitcoin and the broader market.
about Bitcoin Price Surges to 106K Amid Disappointing US GDP DataStock Market Declines Amid Investor Uncertainty and Economic Concerns
U.S. stocks fluctuated on the first trading day of 2025, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones down over half a percent amid investor uncertainty ahead of a political transition. Concerns about sustaining strong corporate profits and the potential for prolonged high interest rates contributed to market unease, particularly affecting high-growth stocks like Tesla, which fell nearly 7% after disappointing delivery numbers and a recent incident involving a Cybertruck. Investors are also weighing the Federal Reserve’s possible reversal on interest rate cuts as bond yields rise.
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