On Wednesday, the three major U.S. stock indexes were mixed**. The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up 012%, and the S&P 500 increased slightly by 013%, while the NASDAQ is **032%, a new low in nearly three weeks. In terms of technology stocks, most of the popular technology stocks fell, with Nvidia falling nearly 3%, Intel falling more than 2%, and Google inching up more than 1%. The performance of Chinese concept stocks was average, with Li Auto up more than 4%, Alibaba up more than 3%, Tencent**, JD.com up more than 2%, Bilibili, Xiaopeng Motors up more than 1%, and Pinduoduo down more than 1%.
The Fed minutes showed that most** feared the risk of cutting rates too soon. Although inflation has slowed and remains above the 2% target, there are concerns about its impact on household economies. Consumer spending, despite stronger-than-expected spending, is under financial pressure for some households. In terms of the policy outlook, most** believe that interest rates may have reached the peak of the tightening cycle.
On the corporate side, Nvidia exceeded expectations in the fourth quarter, with revenue up 22% sequentially and 265% year-on-year, net profit surging 765% year-on-year, and adjusted earnings per share exceeding expectations. According to the CEO, the demand for accelerated computing and artificial intelligence has soared across industries around the world. Although the stock price was short-lived after the earnings report, it rose by 771%。
In addition, the European Union approved the 13th round of sanctions against Russia, which is considered one of the most extensive. Boeing made management changes, laid off the head of the 737 MAX project, and reshuffled the leadership team of the commercial aircraft division.
To sum up, a series of major events have taken place in the financial and technology sectors this week, and the market trend is complex and volatile. Investors need to pay close attention to market dynamics, maintain a cautious and optimistic attitude, and respond flexibly to various changes. What do you think about the current market situation? What are your thoughts on your investment strategy for the future?