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U.S. stocks slipped in Q1 as AI disruption fears and Middle East tensions rattled investors. The S&P 500 fell 4.63%, the Nasdaq dropped 7.11%, and the Dow lost 3.58% — though six of eleven S&P 500 sectors still finished in the green, led by Energy's standout 37.91% gain. As the weather warms up and spring gets us outside, it turns out Americans are right there with you — over 181 million U.S. residents participated in outdoor recreation in 2024. Check out this month's by-the-numbers for more on the outdoor recreation economy.

Monthly Market Insights | March 2026 Monthly Market Insights | March 2026 U.S. and Canadian Markets U.S. stocks struggled in February amid fears that artificial intelligence would disrupt a wide swath of industries, unsettling investors. Late in the month, geopolitical concerns weighed on the market amid tensions in the Middle East. Th...

Stocks climbed in January as solid economic data offset geopolitical tensions. The S&P 500 rose 1.37%, the Dow gained 1.73%, and Canada's TSX picked up 0.66%, setting multiple record highs early in the month. The Fed held rates steady as expected, with all eyes now on the March meeting. From \$27.5 billion spent in the U.S. to \$97.80 per person in Canada, Valentine's Day spending spans the globe. Check out this month's by-the-numbers.

Monthly Market Insights | February 2026 Monthly Market Insights | February 2026 U.S. and Canadian Markets Stocks climbed in January as the tailwinds of solid economic data offset the headwinds of geopolitical tensions that rattled investors during the month. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 1.37 percent, while the Nasdaq Composi...

Markets ended 2025 on a quiet note, but Q4 closed with gains across all major U.S. indexes as investors weighed lower interest rates, mixed labor data, and ongoing economic delays from the October shutdown. The S&P 500 rose 2.35% for the quarter, while the Dow led with a 3.59% gain. As we kick off the new year with resolutions and fresh starts, many of us reach for our favorite morning brew. But have you ever wondered about the global love affair with coffee and tea? Check out this month's by-the-numbers.

Quarterly Market Insights | January 2026 Quarterly Market Insights | January 2026 U.S. and Canadian Markets U.S. stocks notched a solid gain in the fourth quarter as investors cheered lower interest rates and solid corporate profits while navigating limited economic updates due to the U.S. government shutdown. The Standard & Poor’s 500 I...

From Fed rate cuts to record highs, Q4 wrapped up a strong year for markets. Our January Quarterly Market Insights breaks down what drove performance and what investors are watching in 2025.

Quarterly Market Insights | January 2025 Quarterly Market Insights | January 2025 U.S. Markets Stocks posted solid gains in Q4 as investors navigated the presidential election, overseas unrest, and Fed rate cuts. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 2.07 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite surged 6.17 percent. By contrast, the Dow Jones ...

Stocks notched solid gains in November as post-election enthusiasm and holiday-shopping fueled the advance.

Monthly Market Insights | December 2024 Monthly Market Insights | December 2024 U.S. Markets Stocks notched solid gains in November as post-election enthusiasm and holiday shopping combined to fuel the advance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led, gaining 7.54 percent. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index picked up 5.73 percent, while the N...

Stocks edged lower in October amid pre-election jitters and solid Q3 earnings reports, while investors kept a close eye on economic data pointing to a potential "soft landing."

Monthly Market Insights | November 2024 Monthly Market Insights | November 2024 U.S. Markets Stocks fell in October as pre-election jitters hung over trading while solid but not spectacular Q3 corporate reports failed to buoy spirits. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.34 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index (S&P 500) sli...