Markets and Economy
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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.
Stocks Fall Early as Treasury Rally Fades
Stocks fell in early trading as Treasury yields rebounded, wiping out most of the previous day's decline. Higher oil prices and Walmart results also hit shares.
Looking to the Futures
Gold futures are trading up over 3% on Wednesday afternoon with the December contracts (/GCZ26) trading at 4555.6.
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.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 notched fresh all-time highs this week as the continued stream of healthy earnings reports feed investor risk appetite.
Retail Sales are Last Rung on Weekly Data Ladder
After Thursday's all-time SPX highs on falling oil and yields, investors face another test this morning with July retail sales, seen up 0.2%. Retail earnings start next week.