Last week’s trading markets saw a turbulent mix of gains and losses as investors navigated a backdrop of strong corporate earnings and shifting macroeconomic signals: U.S. stock indexes finished mostly modestly mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq holding near or slightly above prior levels while the Dow Jones experienced some weakness amid calls for caution around economic data and policy developments.
At the same time, volatility surged in commodities and currencies — precious metals that had earlier rallied to record highs, such as gold and silver, gave back significant ground near week’s end on expectations of tighter monetary policy and repositioning by leveraged traders — and markets globally were sensitive to geopolitical developments and central bank leadership news, underscoring persistent uncertainty as earnings season and economic data continue to influence sentiment.
