S&P 500 Records Best Session Since January 2023: Investor Sentiment Improves, But Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone
Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor
The S&P 500 recorded its best session since January 2023, driven by improved investor sentiment despite the CNN Money Fear and Greed index remaining in the 'Extreme Fear' zone. Key economic data showed a decline in U.S. initial jobless claims and a slight increase in wholesale inventories. US Foods Holding Corp. and Eli Lilly And Co reported better-than-expected financial results. All sectors on the S&P 500 closed positively, with notable gains in communication services, industrials, and information technology. Investors are awaiting earnings results from EchoStar Corporation, American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc., and AMC Networks Inc.
August 09, 2024 | 8:16 am
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Investors are awaiting earnings results from AMC Networks Inc. (AMCX), which could impact its stock price based on performance.
The upcoming earnings report for AMCX could influence its stock price depending on whether the results meet, exceed, or fall short of expectations.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 60
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Investors are awaiting earnings results from American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AXL), which could impact its stock price based on performance.
The upcoming earnings report for AXL could influence its stock price depending on whether the results meet, exceed, or fall short of expectations.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 60
NEUTRAL IMPACT
Investors are awaiting earnings results from EchoStar Corporation (SATS), which could impact its stock price based on performance.
The upcoming earnings report for SATS could influence its stock price depending on whether the results meet, exceed, or fall short of expectations.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 60
POSITIVE IMPACT
Eli Lilly And Co (LLY) reported better-than-expected Q2 financial results and raised its full-year guidance, indicating strong performance.
LLY's strong Q2 results and raised guidance are likely to positively impact its stock price as it indicates robust financial health and future growth prospects.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) saw its best daily performance since January 2023, driven by improved investor sentiment and positive economic data.
The SPY ETF, which tracks the S&P 500, benefited from a broad market rally and positive economic indicators, suggesting a short-term positive impact on its price.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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US Foods Holding Corp. (USFD) reported better-than-expected sales for the second quarter, likely boosting investor confidence.
USFD's better-than-expected sales performance is likely to positively impact its stock price in the short term as it boosts investor confidence.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 80