Markets and Economy
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Yields, Oil In-Focus Amid Light Earnings Slate
A light earnings and economic slate could keep oil prices and Treasury yields in the spotlight today. Yields rose Thursday despite another Treasury Department intervention pledge.
Stocks Rise Early as Yields, Oil Hold Steady
Stocks rose in early trading Friday as Treasury yields stabilized near long-term highs and oil was little changed. But the major averages were on track for weekly declines.
Walmart Up Next as Market Ponders Treasury's Move
Walmart's results loom before the open. Yesterday saw bond yields fall as the Treasury stepped in. Fed minutes revealed some willingness to raise rates if inflation doesn't cool.
Fed Minutes Awaited as Stocks Stumble on Yields
Rising U.S. and global yields continue to drag the stock market, now down three days in a row. Fed minutes later could shed light on the rate debate. Target reports this morning.
Home Depot, Housing Starts Due After Weak Monday
Housing starts and building permits arrive this morning along with Home Depot earnings after a weak Monday that saw higher yields and oil weigh on major indexes.
High Yields, Soft Data Mulled as Retailers Report
Rising oil sent yields higher and slowed market gains last week amid a slate of relatively soft U.S. data. This week brings retailer results, but war remains a large concern.
Geopolitical Uncertainty and Your Portfolio
Geopolitical developments at home and abroad could have longer-lasting impacts on the markets. Here, three experts discuss what it all means for investors.
Equity Diversification in an Era of Concentration
Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.
Sentiment Boxes to Check: Market Condition Metrics
Several metrics including Schwab's STAX report, investor sentiment data, and the greed and fear index can help investors glean how participants view market conditions.