S&P 500
The S&P 500 is best known as a benchmark for the overall health of the US stock market.
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US and Iran Near Deal to Extend Ceasefire and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran and the US are close to reaching an agreement to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, key disagreements on transit rights and frozen assets persist, leaving the outcome uncertain.
SpaceX's xAI Seeks More AI Compute Customers Following Anthropic Deal
SpaceX's xAI sold its Colossus I data center capacity to Anthropic for $1.25B/month. Musk now plans more AI infrastructure deals, including orbital data centers, as the company prepares for its IPO.
US Stocks Surge 3.5% Despite High Inflation and Middle East Tensions
US stocks gained 3.5% this week, marking the strongest performance since May 2025, despite record-high inflation and ongoing Middle East violence. Experts warn that markets might be overlooking potential extended economic impacts from regional conflicts.
Morgan Stanley Signals Market Bottom Near in Key Sector Rebound; UBS Lowers 2026 S&P 500 Target
Morgan Stanley's strategists foresee the market's bottom nearing as sectors like financials and industrials gain strength. Conversely, UBS reduces its 2026 S&P 500 target amid oil price concerns, signaling cautious optimism.
Wall Street Opens with Gains Despite US Tariff Threats and Geopolitical Tensions
Wall Street rebounded today despite recent geopolitical tensions and concerns over asset rotation. The Dow Jones increased, indicating mixed investor sentiment amid global uncertainties.
Markets Eke Out Gains as Diplomatic Talks Boost Investor Confidence
Markets took a breather despite geopolitical tensions, buoyed by reports of possible Iran-U.S. dialogue. This development has eased investor nervousness, hinting at a potential diplomatic breakthrough.
Market Turmoil as Tariffs and Oil Shocks Hit Corporate Margins and the Dow
Tariffs and rising oil prices are squeezing corporate margins, leading to declines in the Dow Jones and raising market volatility. Political fallout ensues as right-wing media splits over Trump's tariff strategies amid a significant Supreme Court ruling.