The U.S. stock market closed on August 29, 2025 (Friday) with a broadly negative performance, reflecting cautious sentiment as of 06:58 AM JST on Saturday, August 30, 2025, ahead of the Asian market open. The market reacted to uncertainties surrounding tariff policies and anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s September meeting, despite positive economic signals like … Read more
Political Factors The U.S. stock market this week (August 18-22, 2025) faces heightened political scrutiny as President Trump’s administration continues to shape monetary and trade policies. Speculation around potential Federal Reserve nominations, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as a possible Fed chair, intensifies debates over the central bank’s independence, which could influence rate decisions and … Read more
The U.S. stock market experienced a positive but volatile week from August 11 to 15, 2025, with major indices posting modest weekly gains amid cooling inflation data that fueled expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit fresh record highs mid-week, driven by tame CPI and PPI readings, before profit-taking and … Read more
The U.S. stock market closed on August 15, 2025 (Friday) with mixed results, as the S&P 500 slipped after hitting a record high, while the Dow eked out a modest gain. Investors took profits amid weak consumer sentiment data and declines in chip stocks, tempering the week’s rally driven by hopes for Federal Reserve rate … Read more
The U.S. stock market closed on August 14, 2025 (Thursday) with mixed results, as the S&P 500 edged up to another record high while the Dow and Nasdaq dipped slightly. Trading was relatively flat amid hotter-than-expected PPI inflation data that tempered optimism for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts. The Russell 2000 underperformed with a notable … Read more
The U.S. stock market closed on August 13, 2025 (Wednesday) with modest gains across major indices, extending the rally driven by cooling inflation data and increased expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq achieved fresh record highs, supported by tech sector resilience amid tariff pauses and positive wholesale inflation readings. The … Read more
August 12, 2025 U.S. Stock Market Update: Political, Diplomatic, Economic, and Earnings Factors The U.S. stock market closed on August 12, 2025 (Tuesday) with strong gains across major indices, driven by a cooler-than-expected CPI report that boosted expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, reflecting optimism amid easing … Read more
Major Market Indices Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA): Closed at 43,975.09, down 200.52 points (-0.5%). Tariff concerns and inflation expectations weighed on large-cap stocks. S&P 500: Closed at 6,373.45, down 16.00 points (-0.3%). Tech sector resilience limited losses despite broader market declines. Nasdaq Composite: Down 0.3% (closed at approximately 21,385, estimated 21,385.40). Tech stock volatility … Read more
Trump Administration’s Criticism and Fed’s Independence The Trump administration has openly criticized Fed Chair Jerome Powell, advocating for immediate interest rate cuts and even suggesting Powell’s resignation. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) bases its policy decisions on its judgment and analysis to achieve its mandated goals: maximum employment and price stability. While external criticism … Read more
Market Index The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.20% to 44,459.65, recovering from its initial struggles. Similarly, the S&P 500 rose 0.14% to 6,268.56, nearing its previous highs. The Nasdaq also saw gains, increasing by 0.27% to 2,640.33. Furthermore, the Russell 2000 showed strong performance, advancing 0.67% to 2,249.73. While the VIX index, a measure … Read more
