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Crude Still at Wheel with Market Focused on War
Stocks slumped heading into mid-week as news reports showed little progress ending the conflict and crude rebounded. Today brings Chewy earnings and import and export prices.
Looking to the Futures
Markets reacted positively to reports that the United States sent Iran a 15-point proposal aimed at ending the war. The prospect of de-escalation has helped ease risk premiums, particularly in energy, while supporting broader stabilization across asset classes heading into Wednesday’s session.
Stocks Climb, Oil Falls on Hopes for Peace Talks
Though Iran keeps denying there's any negotiation, stocks rose while oil and yields fell early as media reports said the U.S. circulated a peace plan. Earnings and data are thin.
Earnings on Speed Dial: Why Quarterly Calls Matter
A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.
Investors Seek More Signs of Iran Thaw After Rally
Monday's rally on news of talks with Iran faded, and renewed vigor may depend on evidence of progress toward re-opening the Strait. Earnings are light but March PMI data is ahead.
After Worst Week of Year, War and Oil Center Stage
War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Major indices are on track for the fourth straight week of losses, and are now technically oversold, as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate market psychology.
Thin Data, Earnings Keep Crude, War in Spotlight
With earnings and data sparse, there could be less distraction from oil and the war. The S&P 500 fell below a key technical level Thursday and today is triple-witching day.
Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals
Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.
Oil Remains In-Focus After Fed Holds Rates Steady
Investors' eyes are still locked on the Middle East conflict as surging oil prices weigh on markets. FedEx, Alibaba, and Accenture earnings are on deck.