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U.S. Market Summary — October 04, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — October 04, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The S&P 500 ( SPY ) declined slightly by 0.00149 (-0.15%), closing at 669.21002, while the Dow ( DIA ) rose by 2.40002 (+0.52%) to 467.51001. The Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) fell by 0.42098 (-0.42%), ending at 603.17999. A key driver influencing today's mixed movement was concerns over the government shutdown's impact on financial stability, as highlighted in recent news. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 669.21002 −0.00995 −0.00149% 669.21997 DIA 467.51001 +2.40002 +0.51601% 465.10999 QQQ 603.17999 -2.54999 -0.4210% ...

U.S. Market Summary — October 3, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — October 3, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market registered mixed performance, with the S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) dipping slightly by 0.003 points (-0.00%), while the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) rose by 2.4 points (+0.52%), and the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) declined by 2.62 points (-0.43%). A key driver amid the market's movements was CNBC's report on AI's potential to boost GDP, with cautions about over-investment ( source ). Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 669.20001 indexPerformance[0]->change >=0) ? 'green' : 'red'; ?>;">+0.00000 indexPerformance[0]->percentChange >=0) ? 'green' : 'red'; ?>;">-0.00300% 669....

U.S. Market Summary — September 11, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 ( SPY ), Dow ( DIA ), Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market experienced a positive trading session, with major indices closing higher. The S&P 500 gained +5.38 points (+0.82%), reflecting a broad-based rally driven by optimism around upcoming earnings reports. The sentiment news highlights the resilience of housing markets in certain regions, which may continue to support investor confidence. Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ±Points ±% Prev Close SPY 657.59000 +5.37998 +0.82488% 652.21002 DIA 461.90000 +5.97001 +1.30941% 455.92999 QQQ 584.09000 +3.38999 +0.58378% 580.70001 Sector Highlights Leaders: Materials (XLB) (+2.05%), Consumer Discretionary (XLY) (+1.91%) Laggards: Energy (XLE) (0.00%), Technology (XLK) (+0.29%) Market breadth shows 7 sectors up, 1 down, and none flat, indicating widespread positive momentum. K...

U.S. Market Summary — September 5, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — September 5, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close The U.S. stock market experienced a mixed day with the S&P 500 (SPY) closing down by 0.30503% (-1.98 points) at 647.14, the Dow (DIA) falling by 0.45728% (-2.09 points) at 454.96, while the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) edged higher by 0.14864% (+0.86 points) at 576.085. One key driver for today’s market movement was the ongoing Technical Analysis indicating a cautious tone amid recent Bull Market signals and prevailing Volatility . Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 647.14 -1.98 -0.30503% 649.12000 DIA 454.96 -2.09 -0.45728% 457.04999 QQQ 576.085 +0.86 +0.14864% 575.22998 Sector Highlights Leaders Materials (XLB) +0.69% Health Care (XLV) +0.34% Laggards Energy (XLE) -1.95% Fi...

U.S. Market Summary — August 24, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview Stocks finished higher with the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) rising by 1.54%, closing at 645.31, driven by positive sentiment and strong earnings reports. The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) increased by 1.94%, and Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) gained 1.54%, reflecting broad market strength. A recent trend of innovation and consumer confidence helped buoy investor optimism. Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 645.31 +9.76 +1.54% 635.55 DIA 456.64 +8.69 +1.94% 447.95 QQQ 572.00 +8.69 +1.54% 563.28 Sector Highlights Leaders Consumer Discretionary (XLY) : +3.04% Energy (XLE) : +2.04% Laggards Consumer Staples (XLP) : +0.00% Health Care (XLV) : +0.82% Breadth: Up: 7, Down: 0, Flat: 1, Total: 8 Key Drivers & Market Sentiment Market sentiment was boosted by positive earnings surprises ...