According to the Bank of America specialists, the US stock market is showing signs of a probable decline in the near future. As the experts believe, it will create an opportunity to purchase the S&P 500.
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Goldman Sachs President John Waldron said that the recent decline in investor interest in dollar assets should be interpreted as investors returning to a more neutral stance on the currency, rather than a mass flight from these assets.
14 May
A sustained rally in the US stock market threatens bearish position holders with major losses. At the same time, traders may face even more difficulties while trying to keep up with the stock market's rise from the current levels.
14 May
S&P 500 rises on lower US inflation and progress in China talks — Bloomberg
US stocks experienced a year-on-year increase due to the temporary resolution of trade disputes between the US and China, coupled with a decrease in inflation in the United States. These factors positively influenced investor sentiment, as reported by Bloomberg.
14 May
Australia's pension funds reconsider investment strategies due to US policy — Reuters
Australia's pension funds with a capital of 4.2 trillion Australian dollars (2.7 trillion US dollars) are reviewing some of their investment strategies amid uncertain trade policies of the United States.
13 May
Goldman Sachs raised its S&P 500 forecast as trade tensions between the US and China eased. The bank’s analysts suggest investors will pour more money in American stocks, betting on stronger growth in the domestic market.
13 May
American stocks stabilize following Wall Street gains on US-China trade deal
American stock indexes rose and stabilized on the evening of May 12 following the announcement of a US-China trade deal. Traders' attention will now shift to upcoming key Consumer Price Index (CPI) data.
13 May
Market volatility eases as US and China reduce tit-for-tat tariffs
Bloomberg reports that financial jitters eased after the US and China agreed to reduce tit-for-tat tariffs for a while. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) fell nearly 3 points, hitting a 45-day low. The gauge is now trading below its historical average of 20 points.
13 May
Gallup poll results: gold as investment tool surpassed US stocks in popularity
The unprecedented surge in gold prices, which allowed the precious metal to repeatedly renew record highs, has also made this asset one of the most popular tools for long-term investment. Yet another evidence of this became the results of a recent Gallup poll.
13 May
S&P 500 rose by 3% after Trump’s tariff easing — Bloomberg
US stocks demonstrated the best performance since March of this year. The reason for this was the easing of trade tension between Washington and Beijing and the temporary reduction of mutual tariffs on goods from both countries.
13 May
American stocks rise as US and China make progress in trade talks
American stocks and the dollar rallied after China and the US reported major breakthroughs in two-day talks over the weekend aimed at easing trade tensions between the two countries.
12 May
The S&P 500 Index (Standard & Poor's 500) is one of the key indicators of the US stock market and overall economic health of the United States. It represents the stock performance of the country's leading corporations. This stock market instrument reflects the dynamics of different sectors and serves as a universal benchmark for investors and analysts.
Major factors that determine the value of S&P 500:
- Macroeconomic situation, i.e. the Federal Reserve's monetary policy plans, inflation rate, GDP growth rate, and employment figures. These parameters have a direct impact on the stock market.
- Financial statements reflecting the profits and revenue of major companies, stock performance of which is represented by the index. Strong results support the growth of quotations, while weak results contribute to their decline.
- Political environment, which includes the tax system, the level of government debt, and monetary reforms. Geopolitical events and government decisions also influence the behavior of traders.
- Market sentiment; the movement of this stock market index is largely determined by investors' expectations, their appetite for risk, and the strategies of major funds.
- Technology sector, especially regarding the development of new technologies, impact of IT companies and their role in the economy.
The S&P 500 is often seen as a gauge of US financial health. Its growth suggests positive expectations and investor confidence, while a decrease may signal risks of recession or crisis.
This index is used for both long-term investing and short-term trading. To forecast its movement accurately, it's necessary to take into account macroeconomic data, corporate reporting, and the overall state of the stock market.
