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Broader Market Ends Higher as Tech Strength Pushes Nasdaq to a Record High

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up (+0.38%), the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.25%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.45%. Dec E-mini S&P futures (ESZ24 ) are up +0.33%, and Dec E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stock Market Today: Stocks Are Mixed Ahead of the Fed

Two of the three main equity indexes closed higher on the first day of the final Fed Week of 2024.

Kiplinger

Dollar Weakens as Stocks Rally

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Monday fell by -0.14%. Strength in stocks on Monday curbed liquidity demand for the dollar. Losses in the dollar were contained after T-note yields moved higher and strengthened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. Monday’s US economic news was mixed for the dollar as a gauge...

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Inside the Fed, analysts reportedly avoid casual talk of tariffs in emails and meetings in case the comments are leaked and the central bank is perceived as anti-Trump

It appears Fed staff are erring on the side of caution, according to the New York Times, which cited people familiar with the matter.

Fortune

FTSE 100 falls as markets tread water ahead of interest rate decisions

The Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve will make calls on interest rates later in the week.

Evening Standard

Stocks Gain Ahead of This Week’s FOMC Meeting

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up (+0.41%), the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.17%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.94%. Dec E-mini S&P futures (ESZ24 ) are up +0.40%, and Dec E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Firms on Euro and Yen Weakness

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.06%. The dollar today recovered from early losses and is slightly higher on weakness in the euro and yen. The dollar today initially posted modest losses due to a decline in T-note yields. Also, strength in stocks today has curbed liquidity...

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Lower T-Note Yields Boost Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up (+0.31%), the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.05%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.76%. Dec E-mini S&P futures (ESZ24 ) are up +0.22%, and Dec E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Future Interest Rate Cuts Could Be On Hold As Inflation Remains Stubborn

The Federal Reserve announced that they're cutting their benchmark rate by a quarter-point, 4.75% to about 4.3%, when their meeting ends Wednesday.

International Business Times

Fed Expected To Signal Fewer Rate Cuts In 2025

Federal Reserve's cautious approach to interest rate cuts amid persistent inflation and economic uncertainty.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await Fed Meeting and Key U.S. Inflation Data

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are up +0.18%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.30% this morning as market participants looked ahead to the Federal Reserve’s final monetary policy committee meeting of the year as well as the release of the Fed’s favorite inflation gauge and…

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Bitcoin price hits new all-time high after Trump confirms BTC federal reserve plan

Latest crypto record pushes bitcoin’s market cap above $2 trillion

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Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevated

Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week’s Federal Reserve meeting

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian shares fall as China reports lackluster data, while bitcoin hits new highs

Shares have retreated in Asia after China reported lackluster economic indicators for November, while bitcoin surged to fresh highs, topping $106,000

International Business Times

Asian Markets Struggle After More Weak China Data

Asian markets mostly fell Monday after an unexpected slowdown in retail sales reinforced worries about China's economy, with the latest batch of weak data compounding the disappointment of Beijing's latest stimulus pledges.

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FOMC, GDP and Other Can't Miss Items This Week

The market continues to navigate the final trading weeks of 2024, with investors closely watching economic indicators and the Fed's potential signals about monetary policy.

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Inside the FOMC: Boston Fed President Susan Collins on changing her mind, teamwork, and the alchemy behind the base rate

"It's important for people to understand the role of the FOMC or monetary policy at the Federal Reserve because of the importance of price stability and maximum employment for people's everyday lives," Collins told Fortune.

International Business Times

US Fed Expected To Cut Rates In Last Meeting Of Biden Era

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to announce a quarter point cut to its key lending rate on Wednesday despite a recent uptick in inflation, in the central bank's last meeting of Joe Biden's presidency.

Fortune

US debt reckoning escalates sharply as top bond buyer pulls back from long-term Treasuries

"But at some point, if you borrow too much, lenders may question your ability to pay it all back. It doesn’t take a vigilante to point that out."

Kiplinger

Stock Market Today: Broadcom Earnings Boost the Nasdaq

Broadcom became the latest member of the $1 trillion market-cap club after its quarterly results, while RH also rallied on earnings.

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Dollar Edges Higher on Strength in Bond Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday rose by +0.03% and posted a 2-1/2 week high. The dollar was supported by Friday’s news of an unexpected increase in the US Nov import price index ex-petroleum, a hawkish factor for Fed policy. The dollar also found support from stronger interest rate differentials...

Fortune

Fed officials advocate for 'caution' and slower rate cuts next year as Trump prepares to take office

Experts say Trump’s potential policies, including his tariff proposals, could do much to impact the economy and the Fed’s trajectory.

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Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on Higher Bond Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.07% at a 2-1/2 week high. The dollar is supported by today’s news of an unexpected increase in the US Nov import price index ex-petroleum, a hawkish factor for Fed policy. The dollar is also seeing support from stronger interest rate...

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