The ISM Manufacturing PMI has dropped below 50, indicating weak economic conditions in the US. Despite this, the S&P 500 has shown resilience, awaiting employment data released this week.
In response to the deteriorating economic indicators, Fed Chair Jerome Powell has hinted at a potential rate cut this month.
After experiencing a two-week adjustment in the latter part of July, the S&P 500 rebounded strongly in August. This recovery demonstrates robust investor confidence, with no signs of a contraction in the index.