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S&P 500 Gains and Losses Today: Boeing Surges on Several Positive Signals


Published on 2025-03-19 18:20:58 - Investopedia
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  • The S&P 500 added 1.1% on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as the Fed held interest rates steady, reaffirming plans for future cuts but expressing caution on inflation and growth.

The article from MSN Money discusses the performance of the S&P 500, highlighting Boeing's significant surge due to several positive developments. Boeing's stock rose after the company announced a $1.5 billion bond sale, which was seen as a move to strengthen its financial position. Additionally, the company received a positive outlook from analysts following the news that China might resume purchases of Boeing 737 Max jets, which had been grounded globally after safety issues. Other S&P 500 companies experienced varied results; for instance, tech stocks like Apple and Microsoft saw slight declines due to broader market concerns about inflation and potential interest rate hikes, while energy stocks like ExxonMobil and Chevron gained as oil prices increased. The article also touches on broader market trends, noting that despite these individual movements, the S&P 500 as a whole was slightly up, reflecting cautious optimism among investors.

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