U.S. markets ended last week mixed as strong economic data, higher Treasury yields, and rising U.S.-Iran tensions influenced sentiment. The S&P 500 gained 0.13%, led by technology and energy, while rate-sensitive sectors lagged. Strong August payrolls boosted expectations for tighter Fed policy, lifting oil prices and pressuring gold.
Bryan Palmisano,LUTCF Magnolia Wealth Strategies an office of MassMutual
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