Stock Market Update Monday February 10, 2025

Stock Market Update Monday February 10, 2025 Markets shrugged off the latest tariff-related headlines, with investors maintaining a risk-on stance that fueled a broad equity rebound. The S&P 500 climbed 0.7%, while the Nasdaq 100 outperformed, rallying 1.25% on strength in tech stocks. Small caps lagged, with the Russell 2000 advancing a modest 0.36%, reflecting a more cautious sentiment toward higher-beta assets.

Away From Stocks: Treasury yields had mixed results: the two-year yield decreased by one basis point to 4.28%, while the 30-year bond increased by two basis points to 4.71%, indicating a slight steepening of the yield curve. Commodities experienced significant gains, with WTI crude oil rising to $72.50 per barrel. Gold continued its impressive rally, closing at $2,908 per ounce—marking its fifth all-time high in just one week. In the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin surged past $97,000, maintaining its upward trend, while overall market volatility decreased, as shown by the VIX falling below 16.