Market Wrap-Up: Flat Futures and Key Movements in Late August

Stocks ended the week on a high with major indices like the DJIA reaching new highs, driven by optimism over potential shifts in monetary policy following Fed signals. Key market movers included Nvidia, which paused AI chip production amid U.S.-China tensions, and Meta, which secured a major cloud deal with Google. The week also saw significant volatility in tech stocks like Palantir and Intel, alongside mixed earnings reports from retail giants Target and Walmart. The upcoming earnings season, especially Nvidia's report, is highly anticipated for its market implications.