US stocks edge lower after 8-day winning streak, awaiting tech earnings reports and stimulus updates

From Google: 2024-08-20 14:59:00

US stocks closed slightly lower today after an 8-day winning streak, with the S&P 500 down 0.1% and the Nasdaq down 0.04%. Investors are waiting for earnings reports from major tech companies and updates on stimulus negotiations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also fell 0.2%. Major tech companies like Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google are set to report earnings this week, which could impact the overall market. The Federal Reserve is expected to announce its latest policy decision tomorrow, which will also influence market movements.



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