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Market Update: Strong Gains in Stock Indexes, Key ETF Performances, and Anticipated Fed Speech Impact | Aug 17, 2024

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Market Update, On Sunday evening, the stock market futures for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq will start trading. These are contracts that predict how the stock market might open on Monday. Investors are paying close attention to a big speech by Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, which is scheduled to happen at the Jackson Hole conference
Read MoreMarket Update: Strong Gains in Stock Indexes, Key ETF Performances, and Anticipated Fed Speech Impact | Aug 17, 2024

US Stock Market Snapshot: Dow Jones Futures Down 0.1%, Nvidia Up 4.1%, Tesla Jumps 6.3% in Latest Trading

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Nvidia: The stock was up 0.5% in the morning. It had a strong performance the day before, gaining 4.1% and recovering an important level called the 50-day line. This is a key level to watch because if Nvidia stays above it, it might be a good time to buy more shares. If it drops below this level, the stock might weaken.
Read MoreUS Stock Market Snapshot: Dow Jones Futures Down 0.1%, Nvidia Up 4.1%, Tesla Jumps 6.3% in Latest Trading

5 Key Takeaways: Indian Stock Markets Surge as US Economic Fears Ease

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On August 16, the Indian stock markets had a great day. Both major indices, the Sensex and the Nifty 50, went up significantly. This happened because investors felt relieved about the US economy's situation. Recent data from the US showed that inflation and job numbers were improving, which suggested the US might avoid a recession. Plus, there are expectations that the US Federal Reserve might lower interest rates soon, which also helped boost investor confidence.
Read More5 Key Takeaways: Indian Stock Markets Surge as US Economic Fears Ease