Markets and Economy
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Markets Dismiss Oil Shock, Sub-Surface Struggles
Looking beneath the continued rally's surface, market breadth and options activity seem to forbode potential weakness. Meanwhile, oil-supply disruptions loom.
Warsh to Take Over Fed with Stocks at Record Highs
The Kevin Warsh era at the Fed is about to begin with stocks at record highs thanks to AI-related buying. Market leadership still appears narrow and high yields threaten gains.
Looking to the Futures
Oil traders were busy rolling their futures positions during Thursday’s trading session with the front month settling flat, while WTI’s July deliveries settled higher as the conflict in Iran remains in focus.
Yields, Oil Surge, Putting Early Pressure on Tech
Treasury yields hit nearly one-year highs and crude oil rose, stalling the tech rally. The calendar is light, putting focus on rate-hike fears as Kevin Warsh takes over at the Fed.
Trump Meeting with Xi, Retail Sales on Deck Today
Investors might be focused on any trade news coming out of the U.S. meeting with China, as well as any progress addressing the war. April retail sales could reflect rising prices.
PPI, Cisco Next as Trump and Xi Discuss Trade, War
After a hot CPI, investors expect more of the same from PPI today. Rate hike odds and yields rose with oil early this week, while Cisco reports later and Trump visits China.
Short Interest Monitor: ASTS, LYFT, RIOT
The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
CPI Data in Spotlight, With Yields, Oil Also Eyed
Today's 8:30 a.m. ET CPI report is the key data point of the day. A 0.6% gain is expected. Rising oil and rising yields keep causing concern after a setback in peace negotiations.
What's Free Cash Flow and Why It Matters
Though investors often focus on revenue and earnings, a company's free cash flow has longer-term implications that can tell investors more about the health of a business.