Global Stock Market Trends U.S. equity markets bucked the usual September weakness, posting strong gains and even notching new records. The S&P 500 surged around 3.5% for the month, the Nasdaq Composite jumped roughly 5.6%, and the small-cap…

Global Stock Market Trends August 2025 extended the equity rally, with U.S. stocks posting a fourth consecutive monthly gain. The S&P 500 rose roughly 2.2% for the month, reaching new all-time highs by late August. The Nasdaq…

Global Stock Market Trends July 2025 was broadly positive for equity markets. In the US, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite notched their third consecutive month of gains, hitting multiple record highs during the month. The S&P 500…

Macroeconomic Indicators and Central Bank Policy The U.S. Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 4.25% to 4.50% during the June 2025 FOMC meeting, the fourth consecutive pause. However, the Fed’s latest projections signaled…