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U.S. Market Summary — September 29, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — September 29, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market edged higher today, with the SPY closing at 663.63, up +1.81 points (+0.27%). The market continues to show resilience amid ongoing economic concerns, driven by positive earnings reports and investor optimism. Sentiment News highlights ongoing issues in Hollywood related to movie tariffs impacting production and a boost from Starbucks’ new protein-infused drinks, signaling consumer confidence. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 663.63000 +1.81000 +0.27349% 661.82001 DIA 463.04000 +0.76000 +0.16440% 462.28000 QQQ 598.78000 +2.81000 +0.47151% 595.96997 Sector Highlights Leaders: Technology (XLK) (+0.50%), Financials (XLF) (+0.46%) Laggard...

U.S. Market Summary — September 25, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The stock market declined marginally today with the SPY dropping by 0.47647% (-3.14996 points) to close at 657.95001. The DIA fell by 0.35139% (-1.62000 points) ending at 459.39999, while the QQQ decreased by 0.42778% (-2.54999 points) to 593.54999. Investors are watching the potential government shutdown as a key factor fueling market volatility, according to MarketWatch . Trend Sentiment Trend Sentiment: ▼ Bearish Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 657.95001 -3.14996 -0.47647% 661.09998 DIA 459.39999 -1.62000 -0.35139% 461.01999 QQQ 593.54999 -2.54999 -0.42778% 596.09998 Sector Highlights Leaders Energy (XLE) +0.87% Technology (XLK) -0.18% Laggards Health Care (XLV) -1.64% Consumer Discretionary (XLY) -1.39% Breadth analysis shows 1 sector is up, 7 are down, and none are flat, indica...

U.S. Market Summary — September 20, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — September 20, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market saw modest gains today, with the SPY rising by 0.22%, closing at 663.70001. The DIA edged up by 0.07%, ending at 462.94000, while the QQQ increased by 0.68% to 599.34998. Investor sentiment was buoyed by positive corporate earnings reports and optimism about upcoming economic data, as highlighted in recent market commentary . Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 663.70001 +1.44000 +0.21744% 662.26001 DIA 462.94000 +0.31000 +0.06701% 462.63000 QQQ 599.34998 +4.03000 +0.67694% 595.32001 Sector Highlights Leaders Technology (XLK) +1.01% Consumer Discretionary (XLY) +0.38% Laggards Energy (XLE) -1.33% Consumer Staples (XLP) -0.20% ...

U.S. Market Summary — August 30, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — August 30, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market posted modest declines today, with the S&P 500 (SPY) edging down by -0.59637% , and the Dow ( DIA) falling by -0.15325% . The Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ) ) declined more sharply at -1.15755% . Amid increased volatility, investors remain cautious as recent earnings surprises and sector performances influence market sentiment. Notably, a key driver today was the tech sector's lag, driven by concerns over upcoming earnings reports. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 645.04999 -3.87000 -0.59637% 648.91998 DIA 456.08999 -0.70001 -0.15325% 456.79001 QQQ 570.40002 -6.68000 -1.15755% 577.08002 Sector Highlights Leading sectors today include Health Care (XLV) ...