December 18, 2024
On December 18, 2024, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) closed at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The day’s trading session was marked by significant market movements, influenced by the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to lower interest rates. This monetary policy change had a notable impact on investor sentiment and market dynamics.
Market Performance:
•S&P 500 ETF (SPY): Closed at $586.28, down 3.02% from the previous close.
•Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (DIA): Ended at $424.22, a decrease of 2.62%.
•Nasdaq-100 ETF (QQQ): Finished at $516.47, down 3.66%.
These declines reflect investor reactions to the Federal Reserve’s rate cut, which has implications for various sectors and the broader economy.
Closing Bell Ceremonies:
•NYSE: Standex International (NYSE: SXI) rang the Closing Bell at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
•Nasdaq: GraniteShares rang the Closing Bell at…
