Consumer Confidence Tumbles As Concerns Over Labor Market Grow, Odds Rise For 50-Basis-Point Interest Rate Cut In November
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
U.S. consumer confidence fell sharply in September due to labor market concerns, increasing the likelihood of a 50-basis-point interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in November. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) stalled, and the SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) rose as market reactions were swift.

September 24, 2024 | 3:56 pm
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The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) stalled after hitting record highs, reflecting market uncertainty due to falling consumer confidence and potential Fed rate cuts.
The SPY ETF is directly impacted by overall market sentiment, which is currently influenced by declining consumer confidence and the potential for a significant Fed rate cut. This uncertainty has caused SPY to stall.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
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The SPDR Gold Trust (GLD) saw an increase as investors sought safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty and potential Fed rate cuts.
Gold is traditionally seen as a safe-haven asset during times of economic uncertainty. The potential for a Fed rate cut and declining consumer confidence have driven investors to GLD, pushing its price up.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70