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Market Impact: 0.6

Index Monthly Scorecard: August 2026

Source: Nasdaq

Monetary PolicyInterest Rates & YieldsInflationEconomic DataCorporate EarningsMarket Technicals & Flows

Softer inflation and economic data initially lowered expectations for a September Federal Reserve rate hike, but hawkish Fed commentary subsequently revived tightening odds. Treasury yields rose, while strong Q2 earnings supported broadening equity gains beyond mega-cap technology into banks and small-cap stocks. The market backdrop is constructive for equities but remains sensitive to further Fed signals and yield moves.

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Overall Sentiment

mildly positive

Sentiment Score

0.15

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