Stock Indexes End Lower After S&P 500, Nasdaq Reach New Highs; Safe-Haven Gold Hits Record $4,000
U.S. stocks pulled back Tuesday after touching fresh intraday highs, as profit-taking and renewed concern about AI profitability halted the S&P 500’s seven-day winning streak.
S&P 500, Nasdaq close at fresh records to start week, helped by AMD gains
U.S. stocks advanced Monday as investors shrugged off the ongoing government shutdown and focused instead on major corporate deals and AI optimism.
Tech Rally Stalls as Caution Rises Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Shutdown Uncertainty
Markets capped the week with modest gains but closed mixed on Friday as a late-day selloff in tech erased earlier momentum.
AI Investment Accelerates, But Questions Remain
Artificial intelligence continues to drive headlines and capital inflows in 2025, with investors showing historic enthusiasm for both established tech giants and emerging AI startups.
Markets Hit Record Highs Amid Economic Uncertainty
U.S. equity markets surged to fresh record highs this week, demonstrating unexpected resilience despite political and economic challenges.
Tech Optimism Lifts Stocks as Shutdown Standoff Drags On
Markets pushed higher Thursday, led by strength in tech and semiconductors, despite escalating political uncertainty from an extended U.S. government shutdown.
The Rise of AI Equities: Market Developments and Considerations
In 2025, equities related to artificial intelligence (AI) have continued to capture significant investor interest, largely driven by accelerating advancements in AI technologies and their expanding use cases across a diverse range of industries.
Navigating Volatility: October 2025 Market Update
As we step into October 2025, financial markets have become notably more volatile, with sharp swings across stocks, bonds, and commodities.
Markets Climb Despite Shutdown and Jobs Miss
Stocks rallied for a fourth straight session on Wednesday, with investors largely brushing off the U.S. government shutdown and a surprise drop in private-sector employment.
Markets Close Out Strong Quarter on AI Optimism, But Eyes Turn to Shutdown Risks
Stocks capped off a solid September and their second consecutive quarterly gain on Tuesday, buoyed by AI enthusiasm and lower rate expectations.
Economic Impact of the 2018-2019 Federal Government Shutdown and Looming Budget Standoff
A five-week partial shutdown of federal government operations from December 2018 to January 2019 reduced U.S. economic output by an estimated $3 billion, based on reports from nonpartisan government analysts.
Year-End Tax Planning: Kick Off the Season with Key Deadlines and Smart Strategies
As the year draws to a close, it’s a great opportunity to review your finances, take advantage of available tax benefits, and set yourself up for a smoother tax season.