32. Weekly Market Recap: Key Movements & Insights

Fed Holds Steady as Investors Navigate Mixed Signals 💼

Market Takes a Breather After Weeks of Volatility

Stocks found some stability this week following a tumultuous period dominated by headline-driven swings. The S&P 500 kicked off Monday with promising momentum, climbing 0.64% and building on the previous week's gains. Tuesday brought a reversal with a 1% decline, but Wednesday delivered a full recovery as investors digested the Federal Reserve's latest policy decision.

Fed Holds Steady, Leaves Door Open

Wednesday's highly anticipated FOMC meeting concluded with Chair Powell announcing that interest rates would remain unchanged—the expected outcome that initially propelled stocks higher. Powell carefully balanced his messaging, maintaining the possibility of rate cuts later this year while avoiding specific commitments. This measured approach initially sparked a rally before markets moderated their enthusiasm to close the week.

The relative calm was a welcome change from recent weeks, with less tariff-related news driving market sentiment. …