U.S. stock indexes opened higher on Monday, nearing record peaks following a recent run of gains, with investors awaiting key inflation figures this week to gauge the likelihood of interest rate cuts in 2024. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 78.4 points, or 0.20%, at the open to 39,591.28. The S&P 500 rose 10.4 points, or 0.20%, at the open to 5,233.08.
Open FlipIts outlook for the 2024/25 financial year remains at 2.75%, but the Treasury now expects inflation to fall within the RBA’s target band of 2% to 3% before the start of 2025, according to a statement released Sunday. It also expects inflation to dip faster than previously forecast in the financial year ending June 2024. It will revise its estimate to 3.5% in Tuesday’s budget, down from 3.75%.
Open FlipTo build lasting wealth with stocks, you want to look for companies with plenty of room to expand for many years. No matter how the stock performs in the near term, a company that grows its revenue significantly over decades will bring the stock along with it.On that note, Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Roblox (NYSE: RBLX) have a lot going for them right now.
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