Weekly Market Recap: Mixed Reactions and Federal Reserve Anticipation

Monday: Optimism Ahead of Key Announcements
Stock prices started the week on a high note as investors anticipated the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) report and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. The Dow rose by 0.2%, the S&P 500 added 0.3%, and the Nasdaq picked up 0.4%, setting a positive tone for the week ahead.

Tuesday: Market Uncertainty Before Fed Announcement
Tuesday saw a bit of a tug-of-war in the markets as Wall Street struggled to find direction amid concerns about the Federal Reserve’s upcoming announcement. Despite gains in the tech sector, the Dow slipped 0.3%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.3%, and the Nasdaq surged by 0.9%.

Wednesday: Mixed Reactions to CPI and Fed Decisions
Investors reacted to a cooler-than-expected CPI report and the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged. This led to mixed outcomes, with the Dow ending 0.1% lower, while the S&P 500 rose by 0.9%, and the Nasdaq increased by 1.5%.

Thursday: PPI Release and Continued Market Uncertainty
The release of the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) led to a mixed trading session as investors weighed its implications. The Dow decreased by 0.2%, the S&P 500 added a slight 0.2%, and the Nasdaq continued to gain, picking up 0.3%.

Friday: Consumer Sentiment Dampens Market Enthusiasm
A discouraging lower-than-expected preliminary Consumer Sentiment report dented investor confidence. The Dow declined by 0.2%, the S&P 500 closed almost flat with a 0.04% drop, and the Nasdaq managed to eke out a 0.1% gain.

Weekly Overview: Gains in S&P 500 and Nasdaq, Dow Falls Behind
For the week, the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notched their second consecutive weekly gain, while the Dow fell short, ending with a loss. This mixed performance reflects the market’s cautious optimism and reactions to key economic data and Fed decisions.

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