1. Stocks Slump as White House Confirms Tariffs Markets were poised for a strong Friday and a third consecutive week of gains—until the White House reaffirmed its tariff plans. At 1:15 p.m. ET, officials dismissed reports of a delay and confirmed a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, along with a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, effective . Tariffs The major indexes reversed course, closing lower: Dow Jones Industrial Average: -0.75% (-337 points) $.SPX(.SPX)$ : -0.5%, Despite Friday’s dip, January ended on a high note: S&P 500: +2.7% $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ : -0.3% , $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ Week perf However, the tariff implementation on Feb. 1 int

1. Markets Rally, Then Wobble on Trump’s Tariff Threats Stocks were on track for solid gains until late-day headlines from the White House triggered a brief selloff. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico starting Feb. 1, rattling investors. Markets dipped sharply around 3:30 p.m. ET but recovered after Trump suggested that certain imports, including Canadian oil, might be exempt. The Dow rose 0.4%, the $.SPX(.SPX)$ gained 0.5%, and the $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ inched up 0.3%. $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund(XLK)$ XLK 2. GDP Gr

1. Fed Holds Rates, Pauses After Aggressive Cuts The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady after cutting a full percentage point over its last three meetings in 2024. With inflation still above target and economic growth holding firm, policymakers opted to wait for more data before deciding on further moves. Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled a shift in confidence, replacing previous optimism about "progress" on inflation with a more cautious statement that "inflation remains somewhat elevated." Powell press conf 2. Market Jitters and Powell’s Balancing Act Markets initially tumbled after the Fed’s announcement, with bond yields rising and stocks declining. However, Powell’s press conference later softened the blow, leading to a recovery by the close. The

1. Tech Stocks Rebound After AI Shock A day after DeepSeek’s surprise emergence sent tech stocks tumbling, markets rebounded as investors reassessed AI’s impact. The $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ rose 2%, the $.SPX(.SPX)$ gained 0.9%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.3%. $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ , which had lost 17% on Monday, surged 8.9% as investors saw opportunities beyond the initial panic. $NVDA 2. AI’s Shift: From Hardware to Software? While DeepSeek raises questions about the need for costly AI hardware, a broader and cheaper rollout of AI technology could benefit software companies. Analysts suggest that software-driven firms like

1. DeepSeek Emerges as a Game-Changer DeepSeek Chinese AI model DeepSeek stunned the industry, overtaking ChatGPT in the Apple App Store and challenging assumptions about the economics of AI development. DeepSeek’s R1 model rivals Western competitors like OpenAI’s ChatGPT but was reportedly developed for under $6 million in just two months—a fraction of the cost of similar Western models. Furthermore, DeepSeek has made its model open-source, allowing researchers to replicate its methods. While it censors politically sensitive topics, its technological impact is undeniable. overtaking ChatGPT 2. Market Fallout: AI and Semiconductors Hit Hard DeepSeek’s disruptive efficiency triggered a market-wide reassessment of AI hardware spending projections. Major semiconductor stocks like 

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1. Weekly Stock Market Performance The stock market rally paused but maintained its momentum for a second consecutive week. $.SPX(.SPX)$ closed the week up 1.7%, contributing to a 4.7% gain over two weeks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ also posted weekly increases of 2.2% and 1.7%, respectively, despite minor dips on the final trading day. Strong earnings reports and positive developments on tariffs drove investor confidence, buoying the markets. Ind Perf 2. Big Tech Earnings and AI Rivalry Tech Next week promises heightened activity as four of the seven largest U.S. companies— $Microsoft(MSFT)$ , 

1. Market Overview: New Records Amid Optimism ATH The $.SPX(.SPX)$ closed at a new all-time high, rising 0.5%, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing 0.9% and the $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ up 0.2%. This marks the S&P 500’s first record close since December, fueled by strong earnings and tempered policy remarks from President Donald Trump. 2. Key Drivers Trump’s Davos Address: Tariffs: Spoke broadly about plans but hinted at potential tariff adjustments, particularly regarding oil and aluminum imports. Trump Davos Oil Prices: Urged Saudi Arabia and allies to assist in lowering oil prices. Interest Rates: Called for immediate cuts, maintaining pressure on the Federal Reserve. Earnings Highlights: GE Aeros

1. Stocks Post Best Week Since November Election U.S. stocks capped off a strong week, driven by easing inflation concerns and robust corporate earnings. $.SPX(.SPX)$ : Rose 1% Friday, up 2.9% for the week, marking its best performance since November's U.S. election week. Dow Jones Industrial Average: Gained 335 points (1.0%) Friday, with a weekly rise of 3.7%. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ : +1.51% to 19,630.20 $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Apple(AAPL)$ Market Sentiment: Positive CPI data, falling bond yields, and strong banking results helped lift

1. Market Recap: Modest Gains After Inflation Data Stocks closed with mixed results today following the release of a key inflation report. The $.SPX(.SPX)$ edged up 0.1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5%, and the $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ fell 0.2% $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Apple(AAPL)$ . Markets reacted positively compared to last Friday, when a robust jobs report heightened concerns over persistent inflation and reduced expectations for Federal Reserve easing in 2025. Win Loss 2. Banking Sector Takes Center Stage The fourth-quarter earnings season begins tomorrow,

1. Market Performance Highlights The $.SPX(.SPX)$ showcased resilience, reversing a 0.9% intraday decline to close 0.2% higher. This marked its largest rebound since September, signaling renewed investor confidence. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.9%, driven by broad-based strength, while the $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ slipped 0.4%, weighed down by technology stocks. The late-session rally for the S&P 500 countered a recent trend of weak closes, offering a glimmer of hope for market sentiment. 2. Tech Sector Pressures and AI Regulation Impact Technology stocks faced headwinds following the Biden administration's decision to expand restrictions on AI chip exports to over 120 countries beyond China.

1. Summary of the Latest Session and Key Catalysts The opening days of 2025 brought dramatic volatility to financial markets, triggered by a surprisingly robust U.S. jobs report for December. The labor market exceeded expectations with 256,000 payrolls added, compared to a forecast of 165,000. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, reinforcing the resilience of the U.S. economy. While wages grew by a modest 0.3% on a monthly basis, the strength of the employment figures cast doubt on expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in the near term. These developments had a profound impact on market dynamics. Bond yields soared as traders recalibrated for a prolonged higher-yield environment, with the 10-year Treasury yield climbing 10 basis points to 4.78%, its highest since November 2023. This pu

In December, the United States created 256,000 jobs, significantly exceeding Goldman Sachs' expectations, which foresaw a creation of around 200,000 jobs. This substantial job creation caused turbulence in financial markets, leading to a drop in major indices (Dow Jones down 1.2%, Nasdaq Composite down 1.5%) and a spike in Treasury bond yields to 4.79%, the highest since November 2023. The unemployment rate decreased to 4.1%, while wages rose by 0.3% month-on-month and 3.9% year-on-year. Investors now expect the Federal Reserve to take a more cautious approach to monetary easing this year$NASDAQ 100(NDX)$  $S&P 500(.SPX)$   The report suggests that the Fed

1- Market Recap Mixed Performance Across Major Indexes The stock market started strong but faltered by the close, underscoring ongoing concerns about market breadth and resilience. $.DJI(.DJI)$ : Early session: Up 300 points (+0.9%). Close: Down 0.1%, marking its largest blown gain since September. $.SPX(.SPX)$ : Closed up 0.6%, driven by select tech stocks. $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ : Gained 1.2%, with Big Tech and semiconductor stocks leading the charge. The Narrow Rally Tech Takes Center Stage Tech stocks dominated the day's gains, buoyed by: CES Trade Show: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote address, scheduled for later tonight, added to the enthusiasm.

1 Market Recap S&P 500 Ends Slump with Strong Rally The $.SPX(.SPX)$ snapped a five-session losing streak, rising 1.3% on Friday—its best single-day performance since Nov. 6, 2024. This rally, driven largely by dip-buying, came after a lackluster performance during the traditionally strong Santa Claus Rally period. Despite the gains, the S&P 500 ended the stretch with a 0.5% decline, missing its historical average of a 1.3% gain… Ind perf U.S. 10-Year Treasury: Yields are testing resistance at 4.55%, reflecting investor caution amid inflation and rate uncertainties. Historical Context: Bearish or Blip? While some interpret the underperformance during this seasonal rally as a bearish signal for the year ahead, historical data offers a more

1 Market Recap Stocks Struggle for Direction U.S. equity markets delivered a mixed performance today, with notable sectoral divergences: Dow Jones Industrial Average: Fell 0.2% (-86 points) for its seventh consecutive losing session, marking its longest losing streak in nearly five years. $.SPX(.SPX)$ : Finished flat, with losses outnumbering gains by almost 3-to-1. $.IXIC(.IXIC)$ : Gained flat, buoyed by tech stocks, continuing its relative outperformance compared to the value-heavy Dow. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ Ind Perf Broadcom Surges on AI Hype Chipmaker $Broadcom(AV

Recap of Recent Market Events and Catalysts 1 Employment Data: A Delicate Balance The U.S. labor market provided a "Goldilocks" report for November, with 227,000 jobs added, slightly above the expected 220,000. This figure signals continued economic growth without overheating, which could disrupt the Federal Reserve's trajectory toward a rate cut at its upcoming December 18 meeting. Key data from the report included: Steady Unemployment Rate: Held at 3.7%, indicating sustained job market strength. Wage Growth: Annual wages rose 4.0%, exceeding the Fed’s 2% inflation target, but not enough to provoke hawkish action… Markets interpreted the report as dovish, with traders increasing the likelihood of a 25-basis-point cut in December to 85%, up from 71% before the data release. FOMC 2 Market P