Equity markets closed October near record highs, and the Fed’s second rate cut of the year helped reinforce optimism across risk assets. Read on to learn more.

Markets defied historical seasonality in September. Find out more in this month's investment market commentary.

The S&P 500 hit a new all-time high on September 11, fueled by optimism around potential interest rate cuts despite persistent inflation and labor market pressures. With rate reductions anticipated later this year, investors remain focused on economic data that could shape future monetary policy and market performance.

U.S. equity markets remain near record highs, even as softer economic data emerges. Signs of a weakening labor market have strengthened expectations for Fed rate cuts—fueling optimism in risk assets. Yet, that same softness also raises concerns about a downturn in the economy.

This week on 7 Market Movers, find out how U.S. equities are once again nearing record highs, mixed inflation data is complicating expectations for Fed rate cuts, and signs of softening emerge in hiring and consumer demand.

In this month's investment market commentary, find out how equity markets nearly reached all-time highs while signs of economic moderation have begun to appear.

Markets balance strong tech earnings with tariff tensions, Fed uncertainty, and mixed GDP signals. Get insights on what’s driving equities, rates, and economic sentiment this week.