The S&P 500 and Dow achieved record closing highs Friday, navigating a volatile session amid an ongoing government shutdown. Interest rate-cut expectations strengthened, driven by weak economic data, including contracting services employment. Traders now anticipate a Fed rate cut in October as almost certain, with another probable in December, despite concerns about a prolonged shutdown’s impact.
Goldman Sachs’ India bets: 8 stocks rally up to 85% in CY26; one new addition
Goldman Sachs’ India equity portfolio fell 6% in CY26 amid mixed stock performance. While 18 stocks declined sharply, eight delivered strong gains, led by GNG