by jwuser | Apr 23, 2024 | market commentary
OVERVIEW It was a mixed week for U.S. stocks last week. While the Nasdaq had a terrible week, dropping 5.52%, the Dow stayed positive with a 0.01% gain. The S&P 500 split the difference and fell 3.05%. The market downturn was not limited to the United...
by jwuser | Apr 16, 2024 | market commentary
OVERVIEW The U.S. stock market dipped for a second consecutive week. The S&P 500 fell 1.56%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.45%, and the Dow declined 2.37%. Small caps brought up the rear, down nearly 3% for the week. Over in foreign markets, we saw declines of about...
by jwuser | Apr 12, 2024 | market commentary
OVERVIEW U.S. stocks faltered last week, with all three major indices closing in the red. The S&P 500 fell 0.95%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.8%, and the Dow brought up the rear, ending down 2.3%. Value stocks underperformed, falling 1.4% versus the 0.8% loss for...
by jwuser | Mar 29, 2024 | market commentary
OVERVIEW U.S. stocks were mixed on a holiday-shortened week last week. While the S&P 500 rose 0.4% and the Dow gained 0.84%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.3%. Value stocks led the way, gaining 1.9% versus a 0.46% decline for growth stocks. Foreign stock markets were...
by jwuser | Mar 25, 2024 | market commentary
OVERVIEW Last week was a good one for U.S. stocks, with the Dow up 1.97%, the S&P 500 rising 2.29%, and the Nasdaq surging 2.85%. Small-cap stocks lagged slightly, up about 1.3% for the week. Foreign stocks also saw gains, with developed country stocks...
