Tag: rate-cut expectations strengthened
Dow, S&P 500 manage record closing highs; Nasdaq falls in volatile session
The S&P 500 and Dow achieved record closing highs Friday, navigating a volatile session amid an ongoing government shutdown. Interest rate-cut expectations strengthened, driven by weak economic data, including contracting services employment. Traders now anticipate a Fed rate cut in October as almost certain, with another probable in December, despite concerns about a prolonged shutdown’s impact.