During the week of May 12 to May 16, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced significant gains, driven by easing trade tensions and positive economic indicators. Below is a summary table of the performance of major stock market indexes:

Note: All figures are rounded to the nearest whole number.

Weekly Market Summary:

The week began with a strong rally on Monday, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 1,160 points, and the Nasdaq Composite exited bear market territory, following the announcement of a 90-day tariff truce between the U.S. and China. Investor sentiment remained positive throughout the week, bolstered by encouraging economic data and corporate earnings reports. By Friday, all major indexes had extended their gains, with the S&P 500 rising 0.7%, the Dow up 0.8%, and the Nasdaq advancing 0.5% on the day. For the week, the Nasdaq Composite led with a 7.2% gain, followed by the S&P 500 at 5.3%, and the Dow at 3.4%. This marked the third weekly gain in the past four weeks for the major indexes.

Stocks Worthy of Attention:

• UnitedHealth Group (UNH): Shares rebounded sharply after a previous sell-off, contributing significantly to the Dow’s weekly gains.
• Nvidia (NVDA): The semiconductor giant’s stock continued its upward trajectory, driven by strong demand for AI-related products and positive analyst coverage.
• Tesla (TSLA): The electric vehicle manufacturer’s shares advanced amid renewed investor interest in growth stocks and optimism over global EV adoption.
• Palantir Technologies (PLTR): The data analytics company’s stock gained momentum following the announcement of new government contracts and partnerships.
• Applied Materials (AMAT): Despite a Q2 revenue miss, the company’s stock remained resilient, reflecting investor confidence in the long-term outlook for the semiconductor equipment sector

Please note that stock market investments carry inherent risks, and past performance does not guarantee future results.

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