Val Kensington
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US Dollar Index and US Treasury Yields Are Weak Early on July 31
The US Dollar Index opened Tuesday on a mixed note and was consolidating near opening prices in the early hours.
S&P 500’s Top Losses: Twitter Fell on July 30
Twitter was the S&P 500’s top loss on July 30. Last week, Twitter declined for the third consecutive week. Twitter continued to decline on July 30.
Why Are Asian Markets Mixed on July 31?
On July 31, the Hang Seng Index fell 0.69% and closed the day at 28,534.00. The Shares MSCI Hong Kong (EWH) rose 0.16% on Monday.
European Markets Are Mixed Early on July 31
At 5:00 AM EST, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 12,811.78—a gain of 0.11%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.13% on Monday.
US Dollar Index is Mixed, US Treasury Yields Are Stable
The US Dollar Index opened slightly lower this week and was trading with mixed sentiment in the early hours.
Asian Markets Are Weak before Central Bank Meetings
On Monday, the Shanghai Composite Index opened the day lower and closed the day with limited losses.
European Markets Are Weak Early on July 30
At 4:40 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,685.00 with a drop of 0.3%. EWU rose 0.2% to $34.78 on Friday.
US Dollar Index and US Treasury Yields Are Stable
The US Dollar Index closed higher on Thursday and broke the two-day gaining streak. The US Dollar Index opened higher on Friday.
S&P 500’s Top Losses: Nielsen Holdings and Facebook
Nielsen Holdings, which is a global information, data, and measurement company, was the S&P 500’s top loss on July 26.
Asian Markets Traded with Mixed Sentiment on July 27
On July 27, the Hang Seng Index fell 0.1% and closed the day at 28,752.00. The Shares MSCI Hong Kong (EWH) fell 1.04% on Thursday.
European Markets Are Stable on July 27
At 4:35 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,681.22 with a gain of 0.24%. EWU fell 0.94% to $34.71 on Thursday.
US Dollar Index Is Stable, US Treasury Yields Are Strong
The US Dollar Index lost strength after President Trump secured concessions from the European Union to avert the US-EU trade war.
S&P 500’s Top Losses: Northrop Grumman Fell 6.54%
Northrop Grumman (NOC), which is an American global aerospace and defense technology company, was the S&P 500’s top loss on July 25.
US Markets Rose on July 25, No US-EU Trade War
On July 25, the S&P 500 started on a stronger note and rallied to six-month high price levels. Ten out of 11 major S&P 500 sectors closed the day higher.
European Markets Are Stable, US-EU Trade Concerns Ease
At 4:45 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,658.91 with a gain of 0.01%. EWU rose 0.14% to $35.04 on Wednesday.
US Dollar Index and US Treasury Yields Are Lower Early on July 25
On July 25, the US Dollar Index opened the day on a mixed note and was trading with weakness in the morning session.
S&P 500’s Top Gainers: Avery Dennison and Harley-Davidson
Avery Dennison was the S&P 500’s top gainer on July 24. Avery Dennison opened higher on Tuesday and rose to four-month high price levels.
European Markets Are Mixed Early on July 25
At 4:45 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,661.50 with a drop of 0.62%. EWU rose 0.98% to $34.99 on July 24.
US Dollar Index Is Stable, US Treasury Yields Pulled Back
The US Dollar Index opened Tuesday on a stable note. The US Dollar Index was trading with strength in the early hours.
Asian Markets Are Strong, Chinese Stimulus Boosts the Sentiment
On July 24, the Hang Seng Index gained 1.5% and closed the day at 28,681.00. The Shares MSCI Hong Kong (EWH) closed flat on Monday.
European Markets Rebounded on July 24
At 4:45 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,702.83 with a gain of 0.61%. The iShares MSCI United Kingdom (EWU) fell 0.4% to $34.65 on Monday.
S&P 500’s Top Gainers: W.W. Grainger Rose on July 18
W.W. Grainger, which provides industrial supplies and equipment, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on July 18.
S&P 500’s Top Gainers: Perrigo and Charles Schwab
Perrigo, which is an American international manufacturer of private label over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on July 17.
European Markets Are Stable Early on July 17
At 4:35 AM EST, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 12,550.93—a drop of 0.08%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.52% on Monday.
Asian Markets Rebound amid Bargain Hunting
On July 12, the Shanghai Composite Index gained 2.18% and closed the day at 2,838.30. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) fell 1.63% on Wednesday.
US Markets Were Strong before US Import Tariffs on China
US markets regained strength on July 5. US markets moved higher the day before the scheduled import tariffs on China.
US Markets Lost Strength, Increased Caution in the Market
After closing higher for three days, the NASDAQ Composite Index (QQQ) opened higher on July 3 and fell in the closing hours.
S&P 500’s Top Gainers: Micron Technology and Twitter
Micron Technology, which is an American global corporation that produces many forms of semiconductor devices, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on July 2.
Asian Markets Rebound on June 29
On June 29, the Shanghai Composite Index gained 2.2% and closed the day at 2,848.31. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) rose 0.92% on Thursday.
Why Are Asian Markets Mixed on June 28?
On June 28, the Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.97% and closed the day at 2,785.98. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) fell 3.1% on Wednesday.
S&P 500’s Top Losses: Carnival Fell Due to Weak Guidance
Carnival (CCL), which is a US-based cruise company and the world’s largest travel leisure company, was the S&P 500’s top loss on June 25.
US Markets Are Weak amid Tech Sell-Off and Trade War Concerns
Carrying forward the weakness, the S&P 500 opened lower on Monday and declined to the lowest levels traded in June.
Asian Markets Are Mixed on June 26 Due to Trade War Concerns
On June 26, the Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.51% and closed the day at 2,844.66. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) fell 2.8% on Monday.
S&P 500’s Top Gainer: Darden Restaurants
Darden Restaurants was the S&P 500’s top gainer on June 21. Management expects the total sales to increase 4%–5% in fiscal 2019.
Asian Markets Are Mixed on June 22
On June 22, the Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.49% and closed the day at 2,889.95. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) fell 2.0% on Thursday.
European Markets Opened Lower amid US-China Trade Concerns
At 4:45 AM EST, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 12,632.47—a drop of 1.6%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) fell 1.5% on Monday.
Why Royal Caribbean Cruises and Comcast Rose
Royal Caribbean Cruises was the S&P 500’s second-best performer on June 14. Royal Caribbean Cruises gained 5.1% and closed the day at $113.50.
Nektar Therapeutics Closed Higher on June 14
Nektar Therapeutics, which is an American biopharmaceutical company, was the S&P 500’s top performer on June 14.
US Dollar Index Pulled Back after US-North Korea Summit
At 6:05 AM EST on June 12, the US Dollar Index was trading at 93.52—a drop of 0.06%.
Why Did McDonald’s and Fortive Increase on June 7?
McDonald’s (MCD) was the S&P 500’s third-best performer on June 7. On Thursday, McDonald’s rose to nine-week high price levels.
S&P 500’s Top Gainers: Apache and Allergan
Apache, which is an American petroleum and natural gas exploration and production company, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on June 7.
US Dollar Index and Government Bonds Are Weak
US government bonds are lower in the early hours on Thursday amid increased expectations of higher interest rates.
Supply Concerns Support Crude Oil and Copper
At 6:25 AM EST on June 6, the WTI crude oil futures for July delivery were trading at $65.33 per barrel—a drop of 0.27%.
US Dollar Index and Bonds Are Lower Early on June 6
The US Dollar Index opened Wednesday on a weaker note. The US Dollar Index was trading with weakness at two-week low price levels in the early hours.
Top Losses: Cruise Operators Fell on June 5?
Carnival, which is a US-based cruise company and the world’s largest travel leisure company, was the S&P 500’s top loss on June 5.
Top Gainers: Macy’s Rose on June 5
On June 5, J.P. Morgan upgraded Macy’s target price from $35 to $41 and boosted the prices. On June 5, Macy’s gained 8% and closed the day at $40.05.
US Dollar and Bonds Are Weak in the Early Hours
The US Dollar Index opened Monday on a mixed note and was trading with weakness at ten-day low price levels in the early hours.
European Markets: Improved Risk Appetite
At 4:40 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,756.21 with a gain of 0.71%. EWU gained 0.67% to $36.27 on Friday.
US Dollar and Treasury Yields React to Italy’s New Government
The US Dollar Index surged to six-month high price levels on Tuesday. At 5:45 AM EST on June 1, the US Dollar Index was trading at 94.05—a gain of 0.05%.
Less Demand for Safe Havens Weighs on the US Dollar Index
The US Dollar Index was trading with weakness at one-week low price levels in the early hours on May 31.
European Markets: Decreased Concerns about Italy
At 4:45 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,710.99 with a gain of 0.28%. EWU gained 1.6% to $36.16 on Wednesday.
US Dollar Index Decreased before Major US Economic Releases
On May 30, the US Dollar Index opened the day on a mixed note. The US Dollar Index was trading below opening prices in the early hours.
European Markets Are Mixed on May 30
At 4:35 AM EST, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 12,692.53—a gain of 0.21%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) declined 3.1% on Tuesday.
US Dollar Index Increased despite Weak Bond Yields
After a sharp decline last week, US Treasury yields declined on Monday and traded with weakness in the early hours on May 29.
European Markets: Political Uncertainty in Italy and Spain
At 4:30 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,640.25 with a drop of 1.2%. The iShares MSCI United Kingdom (EWU) declined 0.9% to $36.21 on Friday.
US Dollar Index Is Stable before Powell’s Speech
After surging to six-month high price levels on Wednesday, the US Dollar Index pulled back on Thursday amid weak market sentiment.
US Dollar Index Fell after the Fed’s Take on Inflation above 2%
The US Dollar Index moved higher on Thursday ahead of the release of the Fed’s meeting minutes amid expectations of a hawkish tone.
European Markets Are Mixed, Pullback in Automobile Stocks
At 5:00 AM EST, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 12,997.69—a gain of 0.16%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) declined 1.7% on Wednesday.
US Dollar Is Strong, Market Risk Weighs on Treasury Yields
After a brief rebound on Tuesday, US Treasury yields started Wednesday on a mixed note and moved lower as the day progressed.
European Markets Pulled Back Early on May 23
At 4:40 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,835.25 with a drop of 0.54%. EWU gained 0.08% to $37.26 on Tuesday.
Asian Markets Fall on May 23, Trade War Concerns Resurface
The Shanghai Composite Index closed May 23 at 3,169.24—a drop of 1.4%. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) declined 0.35% on Tuesday.
Crude Oil Is Strong, Dollar Pulls Back and Supports Metals
At 5:55 AM EST on May 22, the West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures for July delivery were trading at $72.58 per barrel—a gain of 0.32%.
US Dollar Retreats, Bond Yields Gain Early on May 22
On May 22, the US Dollar Index started on a mixed note and traded with weakness in the early hours.
European Markets Are Cautious, Italian Yields Rise
At 5:00 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,879.24 with a gain of 0.26%. EWU gained 0.79% to $37.23 on Monday.
Rising Crude Oil Took Range Resources Higher on May 21
Range Resources, which is a petroleum and natural gas exploration and production company, was the S&P 500’s top performer on May 21.
US Dollar Index and Treasury Yields Rose Early on May 21
The US Dollar Index opened higher on Monday. At 5:45 AM EST on May 21, the US Dollar Index was trading at 93.94—a gain of 0.33%.
European Markets Are Strong Due to Improved Risk
At 5:10 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,844.92 with a gain of 0.84%. EWU declined 0.38% to $36.94 on Friday.
Commodities Are Mixed amid the Strong US Dollar
At 5:40 AM EST on May 18, the West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures for June delivery were trading at $71.70 per barrel—a gain of 0.29%.
US Dollar Index and Treasury Yields in the Early Hours
On Friday, the US Dollar Index opened the day on a stable note and consolidated at five-month high price levels in the early hours.
Commodities Are Mixed Early on May 17
At 6:50 AM EST on May 17, the WTI crude oil futures for June delivery were trading at $72.11 per barrel—a gain of 0.84%.
European Markets Are Stable Early on May 17
At 5:55 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index is trading at 7,739.31 with a gain of 0.07%. EWU gained 0.35% to $36.88 on Wednesday.
Asian Markets Are Weak before US-China Trade Talks
Following a pullback on Wednesday, the Shanghai Composite Index opened May 17 on a weaker note and closed the day lower.
European Markets Are Mixed, More Caution in Global Markets
At 6:15 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index is trading at 7,725.50 with a gain of 0.03%. EWU declined 0.27% to $36.74 on Tuesday.
Mattel: S&P 500’s Top Gainer on May 15
Mattel, which is an American multinational toy manufacturing company, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on May 15.
European Markets Are Stable Early on May 15
At 5:20 AM EST, the FTSE 100 Index is trading at 7,718.10 with a gain of 0.09%. The iShares MSCI United Kingdom (EWU) gained 0.19% to $36.84 on Monday.
European Markets Are Stable Early on May 14
The United Kingdom’s FTSE 100 Index gained for seven consecutive trading weeks—the longest weekly gaining streak in 12 years.
US Dollar Index and Treasury Yields in the Early Hours
The US Dollar Index started Thursday on a mixed note and traded with weakness in the early hours.
European Markets Are Stable on May 10
At 4:55 AM EST on May 10, the DAX 30 Index was trading at 13,029.02—a gain of 0.66%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) gained 0.12% on May 9.
TripAdvisor: S&P 500’s Top Gainer on May 9
TripAdvisor, which is an American travel and restaurant website company, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on May 9.
US Dollar Index and Treasury Yields in the Early Hours
The US Dollar Index started May 8 on a strong note and surged to the highest levels traded in 2018.
S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Dow Started the Week Stronger
The NASDAQ Composite Index and the Dow Jones Industrial Average opened higher on Monday and started the week on a stronger note.
European Markets Are Weak amid Increased Caution
At 4:45 AM EST today, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,576.18—a gain of 0.12%. EWU gained 0.08% to $36.1 on Monday.
Asian Markets Are Strong on May 8 amid Improved Sentiment
On May 8, the Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3,161.50—a gain of 0.79%. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) gained 0.2% on May 7.
Commodities Are Strong Early on May 3, Weak Dollar Supports
At 6:20 AM EST on May 3, the West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures for June 2018 delivery were trading at $68.14 per barrel—a gain of 0.31%.
Unum Group: S&P 500’s Top Loss on May 2
Unum Group, which provides supplemental insurance coverage in the workplace, was the S&P 500’s top loss on Wednesday.
Aptiv: S&P 500’s Top Gainer on May 2
Aptiv gained 6.5% on May 2 and closed the day at $90.03. Aptiv is part of the S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary sector, which declined 0.71% on Wednesday.
S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Dow Declined on May 2
After trading with mixed sentiment for two weeks, the S&P 500 started this week on a weaker note and declined as the week progressed.
European Markets Are Strong in the Morning Session on April 30
At 4:40 AM EST today, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,518.00—a gain of 0.21%. EWU declined 0.08% to $36.34 on Friday.
European Markets Are Strong Early on April 27
At 4:55 AM EST today, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,455.46—a gain of 0.45%. EWU rose 0.78% to $36.37 on Thursday.
Asian Markets Are Strong following US Market Rebound
The Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.23% today. Let’s take a closer look.
European Markets Are Stable on April 26
At 5:50 AM EST today, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,391.11—a gain of 0.16%. EWU declined 0.25% to $36.09 on Wednesday.
Capital One Financial Declined on April 25
After gaining for two consecutive trading weeks, Capital One Financial started this week on a weaker note and declined as the week progressed.
Why Did Goodyear Tire & Rubber Decline on April 25?
Goodyear Tire & Rubber (GT), which is an American multinational tire manufacturing company, was among the S&P 500’s top losses on April 25.
Norfolk Southern: S&P 500’s Top Gainer on April 25
Norfolk Southern, which is a premier transportation company in the US, was the S&P 500’s top gainer on April 25.
Arconic: S&P 500’s Top Loss on April 23
Arconic, which is the world’s sixth-largest aluminum producer, was the S&P 500’s top loss on April 23.
Mattel and Hanesbrands Moved Higher on April 23
Mattel (MAT), which is an American multinational toy manufacturing company, was the S&P 500’s second-best performer on April 23.
European Markets Are Stable Early on April 24
The FTSE 100 Index opened higher on April 24 and traded at elevated levels in the morning session.
Why Did Asian Markets Regain Strength on April 24?
On April 24, the Shanghai Composite Index opened the day higher and rallied to ten-day high price levels.
European Markets Are Stable, Weak Pound Supports FTSE 100 Index
At 4:30 AM EST today, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,355.75—a gain of 0.37%. EWU declined 0.38% to $36.37 on Thursday.
Asian Markets Are Weak on April 20 following US Market Decline
The Shanghai Composite Index declined 1.5% and closed the day at 3,071.47 on April 20. The SPDR S&P China (GXC) gained 0.11% on April 19.