On most days, markets move for a mix of small reasons rather than one big one.
Company results
Earnings that beat or miss expectations can move a single share sharply, and a whole sector with it.
Interest-rate expectations
When investors expect rates to change, the value they place on future profits changes too.
Mood and momentum
Short-term moves are also driven by sentiment, which is why prices can swing without any new facts.
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