Strong Retail Sales and Labor Data Boost Market Confidence
Wall Street rallies as recession fears ease, with major indexes recovering losses and consumer spending showing resilience.
- The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite achieved their sixth consecutive day of gains, while the Dow Jones surged 554 points.
- Walmart's improved annual sales and profit forecasts reflect stable consumer behavior despite economic uncertainties.
- Retail sales in July rose 1%, surpassing expectations and indicating robust consumer spending.
- United Airlines' CEO expressed renewed confidence in Boeing's recovery following a meeting with the new CEO.
- Legacy media companies continue to invest heavily in streaming services, with NBCUniversal securing NBA games for Peacock.














































































