US market today: Microsoft, Meta earnings lift Nasdaq to record level; inflation uptick dims Fed rate cut hopes

Thursday, 31 July 2025 (3 weeks ago)
Wall Street experienced gains, propelled by Microsoft and Meta's strong performance driven by AI optimism and solid earnings. Major indices approached record highs, while inflation data and Trump's tariff policies introduced caution ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed held rates steady amid persistent inflation concerns and trade uncertainties, impacting rate cut expectations.

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US markets today: Wall Street inches higher as S&P 500, Nasdaq hover near record highs; merger buzz, earnings and rate cut hopes in focus

Wall Street saw slight gains Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq near record highs, potentially marking a third winning week. Investor optimism was driven by...
IndiaTimes on July 18, 2025

US market today: Microsoft, Meta earnings lift Nasdaq to record level; inflation uptick dims Fed rate cut hopes

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