Stocks Mixed Ahead of Key Inflation Reading
The major indexes ended mixed but still tracking for a strong month as declining Treasury yields encouraged investors with a critical inflation report looming.
Tracking Inflation Using the CPI, PCE, PPI Indexes
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Today's Options Market Update
Investors awoke Wednesday to the lowest Treasury yields in more than two months thanks in part to dovish words from a Federal Reserve hawk. Major indexes built on Tuesday's gains in premarket trading, but action could be subdued today ahead of tomorrow's inflation reading.
Opening Market Update
The second government estimate of Q3 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showed even more economic vigor that quarter with an estimated annualized growth of 5.2%.
Closing Market Update
The major indexes ended mixed but still tracking for a strong month as declining Treasury yields encouraged investors with a critical inflation report looming.
Looking to the Futures
Known as the “fear gauge”, the $VIX volatility index hit the lowest point since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Stocks Lower as Investors Assess Holiday Outlook
The major indexes pulled back from a four-week upswing as the market watched for indications on holiday spending.
U.S. Outlook: One Thing Leads to Another
Economic pain is likely in 2024, but that doesn’t mean stocks will struggle all year, especially if there is a continuation of the rolling recessions that have hit the economy.
Stocks Mixed as Investors Eye Holiday Sales
The major indexes posted gains for a fourth straight week behind interest rate optimism as investors awaited indications on consumer holiday spending.
Stocks Down as Soft Retailer Results Stir Concern
The major indexes ended five-day winning streaks after some retailers posted disappointing sales and Fed minutes signaled rates will remain high.