Market Resilience: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rebound Amid Key Economic Data

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw gains as attention shifts to upcoming third-quarter earnings and inflation data, critical for understanding future interest rate cuts. Investor focus is on the U.S. Federal Reserve's plans, particularly after recent economic reports. Rising Treasury yields impacted markets, with tech stocks leading gains.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite showed gains on Tuesday, as investors anticipated third-quarter earnings and inflation data that might offer fresh insights into the trajectory of interest rate reductions. The markets had faced significant losses on Monday due to escalating Middle East tensions and reevaluated interest rate expectations amidst rising Treasury yields.

This year, financial markets have been captivated by the U.S. Federal Reserve's strategy for anticipated interest rate cuts. In light of stronger-than-expected economic data, investors have cautiously revised their expectations for a November rate cut, now favoring a 25 basis-point reduction according to CME FedWatch.

With Thursday's upcoming consumer price index announcement, market participants are closely watching for indications of inflation control. Meanwhile, tech stocks rose as easing Treasury yields on Tuesday allowed investors to pivot towards high-growth investments. The S&P 500's tech sector emerged as a leader, with notable increases in companies like Palantir Technologies and Palo Alto Networks.

(With inputs from agencies.)