The Latest Breaking News from SP

Does S&P Stand for SPooky During October?

The legend of seasonal bearishness during October for the S&P 500 prompted my latest discussion with Barchart's AI analyst CARL.

Barchart · Oct 3

Nasdaq rises 1%, Dow, S&P close higher as weak jobs data tempers rate hike bets

U.S. stocks finished higher following a weaker-than-expected jobs report which eased rate hike expectations. Nonfarm payrolls rose by only 29,000, significantly below economists' forecasts of 90,000. The S&P 500 real estate index and small-cap Russell 2000 gained approximately 1% due to reassessed Fed rate increase likelihood. Despite this, the Dow…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Congress appoints Aradhana Misra-Mona president of UP unit, Imran Masood named working president

The Congress Party has appointed Aradhana Misra-Mona as the new president of its Uttar Pradesh unit. Imran Masood has been named as the working president, while Chaudhary Virendra Singh becomes the Leader of the Congress Legislature Party. These strategic appointments aim to enhance the party's electoral prospects in the upcoming…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

UP elections: Akhilesh Yadav in talks with many BJP MLAs, working to accommodate them

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav indicated that several BJP MLAs are in contact with his party. He mentioned the challenges in accommodating these MLAs within the party structure. Yadav stated that the SP plans to maintain largely the same allies for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. The Congress party is…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Global Market: Kospi falls as oil prices, Middle East uncertainty weigh

South Korean shares slipped despite record September exports, as elevated oil prices and uncertainty over Middle East energy supplies weighed on sentiment. The KOSPI fell 0.21%, while the won weakened and bond yields rose. Exports surged 83.5%, driven by semiconductor shipments and strong AI-related demand, but foreign investors remained net…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Crisil lifts India FY27 growth forecast to 7% on strong H1 momentum

Crisil has raised its GDP growth forecast for India in FY27 to 7%, reflecting strong domestic demand. Resilient consumer spending and government investment are key factors supporting this growth projection. However, potential inflation risks from a strengthening El Nino and elevated energy prices may pose challenges. The Reserve Bank of…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Beyond the 7% headline: S&P maps the forces driving India’s next growth phase

India’s economy is set to grow 7% in FY27, according to S&P Global, which sees domestic demand, private investment, manufacturing, trade, energy security, renewable power, digital infrastructure and technology shaping India’s next phase of economic growth.

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Drafting the Ultimate 2026 Postseason Pitching Staff

We had two of our baseball writers each draft a five-man pitching staff from this year’s playoff participants. Who was the better GM?

Sports Illustrated · Sep 30

Old voter rolls, ballot papers, more EC transparency: Congress chief Kharge lays out INDIA bloc’s election demands

During a meeting of the INDIA bloc, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge prioritized electoral transparency, proposing the reinstatement of ballot-paper voting and the implementation of pre-Special Intensive Revision electoral rolls. He underscored the critical need to uphold citizens' democratic rights amidst growing dissatisfaction with the Election Commission's voter roll management, calling…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

AAP not part of INDIA bloc, won't attend meeting on issues concerning EC: Sanjay Singh

AAP MP Sanjay Singh said on Wednesday that the party will not attend the INDIA bloc meeting on Election Commission-related issues, reiterating that AAP is no longer part of the opposition alliance. Singh said the party supports the impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and raised allegations concerning…

The Economic Times · Sep 30