Stock Market Today With IBD Weak Economic Data Weighs On Indexes; Google, Affirm, MercadoLibre In Focus | Stock Market Today
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Aug 5, 2025 Weak economic data is putting pressure on stock indexes, with concerns about employment and potential stagflation. The hosts discuss recent trading patterns and the importance of cautious investment strategies. There's a spotlight on the performance of gold miners and Alphabet, as well as insights into a prominent payment tech company. Strategies for managing risk in volatile stocks are emphasized, along with an analysis of Mercado Libre's latest earnings report. Listeners can expect insights into upcoming earnings from major players like AMD.
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ISM Services Index Shows Economic Stagflation
- The ISM Services Index showed a flat economy with weaker employment and pricing pressures, evoking stagflation concerns.
- Investors want a cooling economy prompting rate cuts but fear it turning too cold and hurting growth.
Market Pausing Within Key Supports
- Major indexes remain inside the weekly trading range, holding key 21-day moving averages.
- This sideways action after last week's volatility suggests a potential healthy pause before market direction becomes clearer.
Manage Risk Amid Market Volatility
- Given market volatility and reversals, reduce position sizes and hold some cash.
- Wait for clearer entry points before making aggressive new stock purchases.