Stock Price Today: This article provides an overview of major indices across the US and European markets
Stock Price Today: In the dynamic landscape of global markets, staying informed about key indices is crucial for investors, traders, and financial professionals alike. This article provides a comprehensive overview of major indices across the US and European markets, shedding light on their latest performance, trends, and technical ratings.
USA Market
Dow Jones Futures
The Dow Jones Futures index, a benchmark for blue-chip stocks, stands at a Last Traded Price (LTP) of 37,892.90, indicating a slight uptick from the previous session. The change is reflected in both absolute terms (+93.93) and percentage change (+0.25%), signifying a modest positive momentum. The index reached a high of 37,992.22 and a low of 37,713.70 during the trading session, with an opening price mirroring the high.
Compared to the previous close of 37,798.97, the Dow Jones Futures show a marginal increase, with a year-to-date (YTD) percentage of +0.54%. However, despite the recent uptick, the technical rating remains bearish, indicating a cautious sentiment among traders and investors.
S&P 500
The S&P 500, encompassing a broader spectrum of the US equity market, reflects a slightly different sentiment compared to the Dow Jones Futures. At a Last Traded Price of 5,051.41, the index experienced a minor decline, with a change of -10.41 points and a percentage change of -0.21%. The trading session witnessed a high of 5,080.57 and a low of 5,040.88, with an opening price of 5,065.68.
Compared to the previous close of 5,061.82, the S&P 500 indicates a modest downward trend, albeit with a positive YTD percentage of +5.90%. Similar to the Dow Jones Futures, the technical rating for the S&P 500 remains bearish, highlighting prevailing caution in the market sentiment.
Nasdaq
The Nasdaq Composite index, heavily weighted towards technology and growth stocks, mirrors the broader trend observed in the US equity market. With a Last Traded Price of 15,865.25, the index experienced a slight downturn, marked by a change of -19.77 points and a percentage change of -0.12%. Throughout the trading session, the Nasdaq reached a high of 15,962.15 and a low of 15,824.75, with an opening price of 15,864.68.
Compared to the previous close of 15,885.02, the Nasdaq shows a marginal decrease, accompanied by a YTD percentage of +5.69%. Like its counterparts, the technical rating for the Nasdaq remains bearish, reflecting a cautious stance among market participants.
European Markets
FTSE (UK)
The FTSE index, representing the UK equity market, currently stands at a Last Traded Price (LTP) of 7,820.36. The index experienced a notable decline, with a change of -145.17 points and a percentage change of -1.86%. The trading session witnessed a high of 7,965.53 and a low of 7,793.91, with an opening price matching the high.
Compared to the previous close of 7,965.53, the FTSE indicates a significant downturn, accompanied by a year-to-date (YTD) percentage of +1.28%. Despite the decline, the technical rating for the FTSE remains bullish, indicating a positive outlook among market participants.
CAC (France)
The CAC index, representing the French equity market, reflects a similar sentiment to the FTSE. At a Last Traded Price of 7,932.61, the index experienced a decline of -112.50 points, translating to a percentage change of -1.42%. Throughout the trading session, the CAC reached a high of 7,975.96 and a low of 7,899.36, with an opening price matching the low.
Compared to the previous close of 8,045.11, the CAC shows a notable decrease, despite a positive YTD percentage of +5.33%. Unlike the FTSE, the technical rating for the CAC is bearish, reflecting a cautious sentiment among market participants.
DAX (Germany)
The DAX index, representing the German equity market, exhibits a similar trend to its European counterparts. With a Last Traded Price of 17,766.23, the index experienced a significant decline of -260.35 points, equivalent to a percentage change of -1.47%. The trading session saw a high of 18,022.69 and a low of 17,713.50, with an opening price mirroring the high.
Compared to the previous close of 18,026.58, the DAX indicates a notable downturn, accompanied by a YTD percentage of (YTD) percentage of +1.28%. Like the CAC, the technical rating for the DAX is bearish, reflecting prevailing caution in the market sentiment.
This detailed analysis offers valuable insights into the current state of global markets, providing investors with essential information to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of international investment opportunities.