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U.S. Market Summary — October 01, 2025: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — October 01, 2025: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The US stock market edged higher today, with the SPY closing up +2.35501 points (+0.3535%), the DIA rising by +0.51001 points (+0.1100%), and QQQ gaining +2.91 points (+0.485%). A key driver was the ongoing Technical Analysis indicating cautious optimism amidst increased volatility . The market's performance was influenced by uncertainties related to the federal government shutdown, which has created a cloud over the economic outlook. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 668.535 +2.35501 +0.35351% 666.17999 DIA 464.25000 +0.51001 +0.11000% 463.73999 QQQ 603.28000 +2.91000 +0.48470% 600.37000 Sector Highlights Leaders: Health Care (XLV) (+3.04%), Technology (XLK) (+0.98%) Lagga...

U.S. Market Summary — September 28, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 ( SPY ), Dow ( DIA ), Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) Close Market Overview Stocks closed higher today with the S&P 500 gaining +3.77 points (+0.57%), the Dow up +2.85 points (+0.62%), and the Nasdaq 100 increasing by +2.44 points (+0.41%). A key driver was optimism fueled by positive economic data. The White House reports preparations for potential government shutdown, influencing market sentiment . Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 661.82001 +3.77002 +0.57291% 658.04999 DIA 462.28000 +2.85001 +0.62034% 459.42999 QQQ 595.96997 +2.43994 +0.41109% 593.53003 Sector Highlights Leaders: Consumer Discretionary (XLY) +1.48%, Materials (XLB) +1.16% Laggards: Consumer Staples (XLP) +0.24%, Technology (XLK) +0.30% Breadth: 8 sectors up, 0 down, 0 flat Key Drivers / News Sentiment The White House last week told federal agencies to begin preparing for mass...

U.S. Market Summary U.S. Market Summary — September 13, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market experienced a slight decline today, with the SPY closing at 657.40997, down by −0.22 points (−0.03%). The DIA fell by 2.60001 points (−0.56%), closing at 459.32001. The Nasdaq 100’s QQQ increased by 2.57996 points (+0.44%), closing at 586.65997. Market sentiment was influenced by ongoing concerns over volatility amidst mixed sector performances, with analysts highlighting the current bull market conditions supported by strong earnings reports. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 657.40997 -0.22003 -0.03346% 657.63000 DIA 459.32001 -2.60001 -0.56287% 461.92001 QQQ 586.65997 +2.57996 +0.44171% 584.08002 Sector Highlights (Leaders & Laggards) Leaders: Consumer Discretionary (XLY) +0.52%, Technology (XLK) -0.07% Lag...

U.S. Market Summary — September 6, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — September 6, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock indexes saw mixed movements today, with the S&P 500 closing slightly lower by 0.28962% (-1.88 points), while the Nasdaq 100 gained 0.14429% (+0.83 points). The Dow declined by 0.45072% (-2.06 points). A recent weaker jobs report contributed to today's volatility. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Symbol Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 647.23999 -1.88000 -0.28962% 649.12000 DIA 454.98999 -2.06000 -0.45072% 457.04999 QQQ 576.05999 +0.83002 +0.14429% 575.22998 Sector Highlights Leading sectors today were Materials (+0.70%) and Health Care (+0.34%). The laggards included Energy (-1.93%) and Financials (-1.83%). Sector breadth was balanced with equal counts of sectors advancing and decl...

U.S. Market Summary — August 28, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — August 28, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market closed higher today, with the S&P 500 (SPY) gaining +2.23 points (+0.34486%), DOW (DIA) up +0.77 points (+0.16885%), and Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) advancing +3.56 points (+0.62076%). A key driver was optimism around earnings reports, boosting investor sentiment. Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 648.86000 +2.23000 +0.34486% 646.63000 DIA 456.80000 +0.77000 +0.16885% 456.03000 QQQ 577.05000 +3.56001 +0.62076% 573.48999 Sector Highlights Leaders: Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) +0.76%, Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) +0.75% Laggards: Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) -0.63%, Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) -0.38...