In the week ending on July 13th , the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) rose 2.25% while the Invesco S&P 500® Equal Weight ETF (RSP) was up 3.25%. Policymakers and advisors closely monitor economic indicators to understand recession risk and the direction of interest rates, as the data can ultimately impact business decisions and financial markets. In the latest report, all components of the index showed improvement, however the recent upturn in consumer sentiment can largely be attributed to easing inflation and stability in labor markets.