The S&P closed Friday at 3,916.64 after four straight days of drops

A quick look at Friday: the S&P retained its composure around the 3,916.64 level after dropping 1.1%.

In the meantime, negative performances are also seen in other markets, CAC is down to 6,925.4, losing 100.32 points, after ending the previous session around 7,025.72. Dow Jones is down to 31,862, losing 384.57 points, after ending the previous session around 32,247. DAX is down to 14,768, losing 198.9 points, after ending the previous session around 14,967.

The index has been trending lower for about a month. 5 months ago, the S&P 500 fell to a low of 3,577 but has since recovered 10.71%.