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Markets Cheer Powell’s Balanced Tone, but More Work Remains

   
 
     
Market Commentary AUGUST 28, 2023 Northwestern Mutual
 
 
EXPERT INSIGHTS ON THE CHANGING MARKET
   
 
 
 
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  Markets Cheer Powell’s Balanced Tone, but More Work Remains  
 
  Federal Reserve Chair Powell’s comments last week in Wyoming gave investors renewed hope for a soft landing but also highlighted that challenges remain.  
 
   
 
 
 
 
Week ended... 08/18/23 08/25/23 One Week Change YTD One Year
S&P 500 Index 4,369.71 4,405.71 +0.82% +15.98% +6.70%
MSCI EAFE Index 2,057.64 2,053.48 -0.20% +8.39% +11.98%
Barclays Capital U.S.
Aggregate Bond Index
2,051.48 2,057.23 +0.28% +0.41% -2.98%
10-year Treasury Note Rate 4.256% 4.237% -1.9 bps +36.0 bps +120.9 bps
 
 
 
 
 
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