Market Wrap | Trump Pushes Fed for Rate Cut Amid Market Volatility and Trade Tensions

On July 28, 2025, the S&P 500 index rose by 0.02%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.14%, and the Nasdaq Composite index increased by 0.33%. President Trump reiterated his demand for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, which could impact borrowing costs and economic growth. Meanwhile, the U.S. government's threat to impose steep tariffs on Brazil starting August 1st could affect international trade relations and market sentiment.

In today's market, the technology, non-essential consumer goods, and energy sectors outperformed the S&P 500. These sectors demonstrated strong performance, while the utilities, healthcare, essential consumer goods, communication services, materials, industrials, real estate, and financial sectors moved in the opposite direction of the S&P 500.

Tesla shares surged by 3.02% today, driven by a significant semiconductor agreement with Samsung. This strategic partnership is set to enhance Tesla's technological capabilities, potentially boosting its competitive edge in the electric vehicle market. The agreement underscores Tesla's commitment to innovation and its efforts to secure critical components for its growing production needs.

Celcuity's stock surged by 167.18% after its Phase 3 trial showed improved progression-free survival for breast cancer treatment, significantly boosting investor confidence. Meanwhile, Nvni Group's shares rose by 63.72%, driven by speculative fervor and AI-driven market sentiment. In contrast, Quhuo's stock plummeted by 91.26%, indicating a potential liquidity crisis. Adaptimmune's shares dropped by 71.17% as the company sold its core cell therapies amid financial constraints, impacting investor sentiment.

The U.S. government has opened online donation channels to repay the national debt, estimated at $37 trillion, but the initiative has faced criticism due to its negligible impact. Meanwhile, Trump has reiterated his call for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates to improve the economy, expressing dissatisfaction with current policies. In another development, Samsung and Tesla have finalized a $165 billion agreement for semiconductor production, highlighting significant collaboration in the tech industry. Additionally, the U.S. government's threat to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods has raised concerns, with China emphasizing the importance of maintaining fair international trade practices.