Fed Ahead
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U.S. equity markets ended a three-week winning streak as interest rates neared five-month highs. Despite lukewarm inflation reports supporting a Fed rate cut next week, concerns about future easing persist. The S&P 500 fell 0.6% but is still on track for its best year since 2019.
December 15, 2024 | 2:15 pm
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The S&P 500 index, represented by the SPY ETF, fell 0.6% this week as interest rates approached five-month highs. Despite this decline, the index is still on track for its best year since 2019.
The S&P 500's decline is directly linked to rising interest rates, which typically pressure stock prices. However, the overall positive performance for the year suggests resilience.
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