Reported about 11 hours ago
On August 15, 2025, U.S. stocks displayed mixed results as investors reacted to economic indicators showing unexpected inflation and retail sales growth. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2%, inching towards a record, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell as concerns over potential semiconductor tariffs surfaced. Strong gains in UnitedHealth stock followed Warren Buffett's purchase of 5 million shares, while Applied Materials suffered a 14% drop amidst weak demand forecasts. Additionally, U.S. consumer sentiment saw its first decline in four months amid rising inflation expectations.
Source: YAHOO