From Financial Modeling Prep: 2025-05-20 06:57:00

The S&P 500 closed higher despite Moody’s downgrade to Aa1, with bargain hunters boosting equities. Dow Jones added 137 points, Nasdaq gained 0.02%, led by health care. Energy and utilities outperformed, while financials lagged due to rising Treasury yields post-downgrade.

Moody’s cited growing debt and potential $3-5 trillion impact of Trump tax bill. Yellen called downgrade a “lagging indicator.” Investors can track upcoming policy votes, like tax legislation, via FMP’s Economics Calendar API for real-time updates.

Real-time turnover data shows tilt towards declining issues. Traders can use FMP’s Market – Most Active API for minute-by-minute liquidity rankings. Upcoming catalysts include tax bill vote, Fed speeches, and earnings season kickoff with Alcoa on Thursday.

Consider adding utilities or consumer staples for defensive tilt. Align equity exposures with economic-calendar reminders for policy votes and Fed commentary. Use live Most Active data for volume analysis to time entries and exits effectively.



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