US stocks are wandering to the upside

Major US indices are wondering to the upside, despite comments from Trump that a China deal was close, that an EU deal was 50-50, although he did speak more positively of the prospects, that the UK and US might announce a revised trade deal this weekend, and that he got the impression that Fed Powell was ready to cut…

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Tech sector rallies while healthcare faces setbacks, financials maintain stability

The US stock market today is painting a picture of mixed sentiment, marked by a remarkable bounce-back in the tech sector, stability in financials, and some challenges in healthcare. As each sector showcases its unique dynamics, traders and investors are keenly watching the shifts and trends across the board. 📈 Technology Sector: Tech Bounces Back Software & Infrastructure: Giants…

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Atlanta Fed GDPNow growth estimate for Q2 remains steady at 2.4%

The Atlanta Fed GDPNow growth estimate for Q2 remained steady at 2.4%. In their own words: The GDPNow model estimate for real GDP growth (seasonally adjusted annual rate) in the second quarter of 2025 is 2.4 percent on July 25, unchanged from July 18 after rounding. The forecasts of the major GDP subcomponents were all unchanged or little changed…

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