A comprehensive overview of the week's market activity, major developments, and what to watch ahead.
Week of January 6-10, 2025
U.S. equities posted solid gains this week as investors digested better-than-expected employment data and continued optimism around AI-related spending. The S&P 500 gained 1.52%, led by technology and communication services sectors. Small caps underperformed amid concerns about higher-for-longer interest rates.
| Acquirer | Target | Value | Premium | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Equity | Instructure Holdings | $4.8B | 28% | Announced |
| Brookfield | Triton International | $13.3B | 35% | Pending |
| Private Equity Consortium | GoDaddy Inc | $8.2B | 22% | Rumored |
No major data releases
CPI Inflation Report (Dec)
PPI Report, Fed Beige Book
Retail Sales, Jobless Claims
Industrial Production, Options Expiry
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