U.S. stocks end week lower as consumer confidence drops and Fed signals slower rate cuts ahead.

U.S. stocks showed mixed performance as the year winds down, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq experiencing weekly losses despite Friday's rally. The Fear and Greed Index moved into the "Fear" zone, and consumer confidence dropped more than expected in December. The markets are anticipating a quieter trading week due to the Christmas holiday. The Federal Reserve's indication of slower rate cuts next year also impacted investor sentiment. Despite a strong upward move on Friday, fueled by lower-than-expected inflation, the major indexes still declined for the week.

December 23, 2024
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