Thirdly, much stronger-than-expected US data like Q4 GDP, advance retail sales (February), ISM non-manufacturing (January), and US durable goods orders (December) have faded away the risk of a recession at least in the near term. Thus, expectations of a Fed pivot are being pared down.
US stock: S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions
The S&P 500’s streak came to an end, falling from its peak as weaker retail sales suggested caution among consumers. Despite a strong outlook, Applied