Berkshire Hathaway loses ground following Buffett's departure

The US market began the week with unease as Berkshire Hathaway shares came under pressure after news broke that Warren Buffett would be stepping down as CEO. Investors are worried about the future of the company without the legendary leader who symbolized stability and strategic wisdom for decades.

Consumer sector gains momentum: Skechers soars

Meanwhile, the consumer sector received a boost: Skechers shares surged by 24.3% following news of a $9 billion privatization deal. This highlights growing investor interest in retail sector transactions. More details at the link.

US stock indices decline ahead of the Fed's decisions

US stock indices closed in the red: the Dow Jones fell 0.24%, the S&P 500 declined by 0.64%, and the Nasdaq dropped 0.74%. The declines were driven by anticipation of upcoming Federal Reserve decisions that will determine the future trajectory of interest rates.

Investors are taking a wait-and-see approach, aiming to minimize risks ahead of potential changes in monetary policy. The financial and technology sectors are bearing the brunt of investors' caution. More details at the link.

S&P 500 ends nine-day rally amid geopolitical tensions

The S&P 500's nine-day rally came to an end amid statements from Donald Trump suggesting the possibility of new tariffs, raising concerns about the future of trade policy.

These threats prompted a reassessment of market risks and reignited discussions about how external economic factors may influence Federal Reserve policy. Market participants are taking profits, wary of increased volatility. More details at the link.

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