The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the “Greed” zone on Friday.
U.S. stocks settled lower on Friday, with the Nasdaq Composite falling more than 200 points during the session. The S&P 500 recorded losses for the third straight session, but recorded a gain for January.
The S&P 500 gained 1.4%, while the Dow added 1.7%, for January. The Nasdaq recorded a monthly gain of 1%.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported stronger-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 after the market closed on Thursday. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued FY26 adjusted EPS guidance above estimates.
On the economic data …