U.S. markets rose after Fed holds rates steady and projects slower growth, higher inflation. Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq post gains. Markets react to tariffs and inflation uncertainty.
Oil prices fell after Trump-Putin call discussed potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Energy stocks paused after recent rally, while natural gas stocks outperformed.
US markets closed in red, Fed expected to hold rates steady, Trump and Putin agreed to limited Ukraine ceasefire. US data showed strong results. Most S&P 500 sectors down, energy & healthcare up. Asia markets mixed, Europe up. Commodities down, USD slightly up due to recession fears and tariffs.
On Monday, U.S. markets closed higher after weeks of losses. Investors await Fed meeting, while economic data shows weaker retail sales and manufacturing.
Harold Hamm, oil magnate and founder of Continental Resources, issued a stark warning: if oil prices remain at current levels, drilling in key U.S. shale fields could come to a standstill.
On March 13, US markets closed lower, with the S&P 500 entering a correction as trade war fears overshadowed positive inflation data. Gold hit record high, while Dow and Nasdaq declined.
With U.S. energy independence at a record high and the Trump administration seeking lower oil prices, discussions about a new coordinated oil strategy are gaining traction.
