Major U.S. indices finished higher last week as markets continued showing resilience despite inflation and interest rate uncertainty.

• S&P 500: +0.95%

• NASDAQ: +0.97%

• Dow: +1.80%

Key themes:

• Technology continued leading broader market performance

• Fed policy and upcoming earnings remained key investor focus areas

Takeaway:

Markets remain constructive, but investors continue balancing corporate momentum with evolving inflation data.

Markets were relatively stable last week, with major indices finishing modestly lower following the strong rally earlier in May.

• S&P 500: -0.06%

• NASDAQ: -0.19%

• Dow: -0.36%

Key themes:

• Inflation remained above the Federal Reserve’s long-term target

• Markets monitored Federal Reserve leadership changes and policy expectations

Takeaway:

Markets remained orderly overall, but investors continued watching inflation, interest rates, and policy developments closely.

Markets moved sharply higher last week, led by continued strength in large-cap technology and growth-oriented sectors.

• S&P 500: +2.75%

• NASDAQ: +4.45%

• Dow: +1.36%

Key themes:

• The S&P 500 and NASDAQ reached fresh record highs

• Technical conditions suggested increased short-term caution after the rally

Takeaway:

The broader trend remains constructive, but elevated momentum and upcoming inflation data may lead to continued volatility.

Markets finished modestly higher last week as investors digested a critical wave of mega-cap earnings.

• S&P 500: +0.79%

• NASDAQ: +1.77%

• Dow: -0.43%

Key themes:

• Mega-cap earnings drove market direction

• Investor reactions became more selective beneath the surface

Takeaway:

Markets remain constructive, but narrow leadership and earnings-driven volatility continue to shape short-term market behavior.