The Dow rose 1.4% this week, marking a 7.5% gain for November, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq increased by 1.1%, ending the month up over 5% and 6%, respectively. President-elect Trump’s announcement of tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China stirred market reactions, causing the Mexican peso and Canadian dollar to drop to multi-year lows. Despite trade war concerns, small-cap stocks surged to all-time highs, with notable bullish trends in Palantir and Amazon’s AI investments, while bearish sentiments were reflected in Rivian’s criticism of sales restrictions and a significant drop in Cassava Sciences’ stock after disappointing drug trial results.
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0 posts last weekMarket Update: Stocks Rise Amid Economic Strength and Job Cuts Announced
The U.S. stock market extended its winning streak, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posting gains amid strong retail sales and declining jobless claims, prompting analysts to reconsider future interest rate cuts. Apple reported record iPhone sales, while Oklo’s shares surged following a Google nuclear energy deal. Meanwhile, meme coins like Dogecoin reached billion-dollar valuations faster than traditional companies, highlighting a shift in investor interest. On the bearish side, Moderna faces a lawsuit over COVID-19 vaccine technology, and new FTC rules may complicate subscription cancellations for companies like Netflix. Tesla is also facing competition from a new Chinese EV manufacturer.
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Stocks surged last week, with nonfarm payrolls rising by 254,000 in September and the unemployment rate dropping to 4.1%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw modest gains, while crude oil prices jumped nearly 9% amid Middle East tensions. Chinese tech stocks thrived on domestic stimulus enthusiasm, contrasting with bearish sentiments surrounding Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy talks and Humana’s declining Medicare ratings.
read moreMarket Update: Strong Gains for S&P 500 and Nasdaq Amid Crypto Regulation News
The S&P 500 surged nearly 3.9% this week, bolstered by strong consumer sentiment and lower jobless claims, while the Nasdaq rose 5.2%. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer assured Mark Cuban of plans for balanced cryptocurrency regulation by year-end, potentially impacting the crypto market. Meanwhile, concerns arose over Tesla’s FSD technology after a troubling test drive, and Bill Ackman reduced his stake in Chipotle before a stock drop following the CEO’s departure.
read moreCryptocurrency Market Update: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Slip as Analyst Forecasts 300% Upside
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin experienced a decline, with Bitcoin dropping below $62,000 and Dogecoin witnessing a steeper fall. Despite this, the number of traders taking bullish long positions on Bitcoin spiked, indicating a potential surge in buying pressure. The global cryptocurrency market cap stands at $2.27 trillion, declining by 1.34% in 24 hours, while the U.S. equity market showed mixed performance, with the Dow rising and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite slipping. Analysts noted that the correlation between cryptocurrencies and traditional markets was minimal, suggesting that both asset classes were moving independently.
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