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Now, onto the market madness of the week:
US Markets
The U.S. stock market experienced volatility this week, primarily due to concerns over China's advancements in artificial intelligence. On January 27, technology shares fell sharply in response to DeepSeek, a Chinese competitor to OpenAI's ChatGPT. Chip giant Nvidia lost almost $600 billion of its value, marking the biggest drop for a single company in U.S. stock market history.
Despite these challenges, the S&P 500 remained relatively stable, closing at 6040.52, down 1% for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average showed resilience, nearing record highs, while the Nasdaq Composite faced pressure from the tech sector's performance.
Gold
Gold prices continued their upward trajectory, reaching a new all-time high. On January 31, gold was priced at $2,801. This rally is attributed to investors seeking safe-haven assets amid market uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.
The oil market remained relatively stable throughout the week. The United States Oil Crude closed at $73.43, as investors are closely monitoring global supply dynamics and potential impacts from geopolitical developments.
Crypto
The cryptocurrency market faced downward pressure this week. Bitcoin's price decreased by 2.05%, closing at $100,318. Ethereum also saw a decline, ending the week at $3,123.02, down 5.33%. Factors contributing to this downturn include regulatory concerns and profit-taking by investors.
Forex
The U.S. dollar demonstrated strength against major currencies, bolstered by positive economic data and expectations of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions. The Dollar Index (DXY) reflected this appreciation, indicating increased investor confidence in the U.S. economy.
Economic Calendar Highlights
- January 29: The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain the current interest rates, citing stable job gains and awaiting further policy clarity.
- January 30: The U.S. Department of Commerce released the fourth-quarter GDP data, showing a 2.3% growth lower than market expectations.
- January 31: The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index for December was published, providing insights into inflation trends and influencing future monetary policy considerations.
Trumponomics
President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcements have thrown another wrench into the market’s already jittery mood. This time, Canada, Mexico, and China are on the receiving end, and investors reacted like someone just told them guacamole costs extra—again. Stocks with exposure to these regions, like Constellation Brands (goodbye, cheap tequila?) and Chipotle (RIP burrito affordability), took a hit. With tariffs now a major plot twist in the market’s ongoing drama, traders are nervously eyeing how this will shake up inflation, economic growth, and, let’s be honest, the price of their next margarita.
This Week's Top Gainer in US Markets (excluding small caps under $2B market cap)
- Company: AKRO (Akero Therapeutics Inc)
- Gain: 106.57%
Akero Therapeutics (NASDAQ: AKRO) raised $402.5 million in an upsized public offering, signaling strong investor confidence. The offering included 6.43 million shares at $48 each (with underwriters fully exercising their option for 1.09 million extra shares) and 1.96 million pre-funded warrants at $47.9999. This successful raise highlights strong demand and optimism for Akero’s metabolic disease pipeline.4o
This Week's Top Loser
- Company: MANH (Manhattan Associates Inc)
- Gain: -27.92%
Manhattan Associates (MANH) shares tumbled over 20% on Wednesday after the company unexpectedly lowered its profit outlook, citing a "turbulent macro environment."
For 2025, the company expects adjusted EPS to drop 4%-6% to $4.45-$4.55, with revenue rising 2%-3% to $1.06-$1.07 billion—slightly below analyst expectations of $4.57 EPS and $1.07 billion revenue.
Despite the cautious outlook, CEO Eddie Capel remained upbeat, emphasizing strong business momentum and the company's commitment to customer success.
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