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S&P 500 falls 1.6% as investors shift from growth to value amid inflation and geopolitical concerns

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18 Jul 2026
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Last week, the S&P 500 dropped 1.6% as investors moved away from large-cap growth stocks toward value and defensive sectors. Energy and commodities outperformed, while technology and momentum stocks lagged due to renewed geopolitical tensions and inflation worries. Apple stood out with a 5.8% gain, nearing the top U.S. market cap spot. Despite rising energy prices, a Fed rate hike seems unlikely unless the 10-year Treasury yield surpasses 5%.

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