US stocks traded higher at midday, with the S&P 500 up +0.52% and the Nasdaq advancing +0.77%, as Treasury yields rose ahead of this week's Fed minutes. The dollar climbed to an 18-month high and volatility jumped, with the VIX up +1.76%.
Read moreOCTOBER 5TH, 2026
Stocks Edge Higher at Midday as Treasury Yields Rise and Dollar Hits 18-Month High US Futures Edge Lower as France Debt Fears Pressure Euro, Oil Steadies on Aramco Comment US stock futures pointed modestly lower ahead of the cash open, with S&P Futures off -0.20%, after a firmer prior session. European shares slipped as French debt worries weighed on the euro, while Tokyo rallied overnight and Bitcoin held its recent gains.
Read moreOCTOBER 2ND, 2026
Stocks Close Higher as Weak Jobs Report Cements Fed Hold; Oil Slides on G7 Diesel Release US stocks closed higher Friday after a weaker-than-expected September payrolls report, which showed hiring slowing sharply and unemployment ticking up, erased the remaining case for further Fed tightening. The S&P 500 rose +0.73% and the Nasdaq added +1.19%.
Read moreStocks Climb After Weak Payrolls Report Lifts Rate-Cut Hopes US stocks rose through Friday morning after a weaker-than-expected September jobs report hardened expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500 gained +0.70% to 7,720 and the Nasdaq added +1.18%, as Treasury yields held near steady and the dollar slipped.
Read moreOil Tumbles on Stock-Release Report as Eurozone Inflation Hits Three-Year High; US Futures Point Higher US stock futures pointed higher before the open, with S&P Futures up +0.47% and Nasdaq Futures up +0.75%, as Crude slid on a report of a potential diesel and Crude stock release and traders weighed the hottest eurozone inflation in three years.
Read moreOCTOBER 1ST, 2026
Oil Jumps on Mideast Carrier Report as Stocks Edge to Fresh Highs Crude surged after reports the U.S. sent a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East, with Brent jumping +4.67% to 102.61 and WTI climbing +3.14% to 93.26. The S&P 500 edged up +0.20% to 7,666 as earnings and energy pulled against a firmer dollar.
Read moreStocks Edge Lower at Midday as Crude Jumps and Treasury Selloff Lifts Long Yields US stocks traded modestly lower by midday Friday as a jump in Crude prices and a global bond selloff weighed on risk appetite. The S&P 500 edged down to 7,623, off -0.37%, while the Nasdaq slipped to 26,742, down -0.44%.
Read moreGlobal Bond Yields Climb to Multiyear Highs as Micron Lifts Chip Futures US stock futures pointed higher before the open as Micron's strong results and upbeat guidance buoyed chipmakers, even as a deepening global bond sell-off pushed the US and UK long-end yields to multiyear peaks. S&P Futures edged up +0.28% and Nasdaq Futures moved up +0.60%.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 30TH, 2026
Treasury Yields Jump on Global Bond Rout as Stocks Close Mixed U.S. stocks finished mixed on Thursday as a global bond selloff pushed the 5.300% Treasury yield higher and the VIX jumped. The S&P 500 edged lower to 7,652, while the Nasdaq eked out a gain to 26,861 on strength in technology shares.
Read moreStocks Climb at Midday as Cooler Core Inflation Print Lifts Risk Appetite US stocks traded higher through midday Friday after the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge came in lighter than expected. The S&P 500 rose +0.61% to 7,718 and the Nasdaq gained +1.09% to 27,090 as the softer reading eased rate concerns.
Read moreFutures Steady Ahead of Fed Inflation Gauge as Treasury Pressure Eases U.S. equity futures were mixed before the cash open, with S&P Futures at 7,735.00 and Nasdaq Futures at 30,592.00 as reports that Russia updated its nuclear doctrine kept a lid on risk appetite. Treasury yields eased, with the US 10Y at 5.230%, after last week's surge in long-dated debt.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 29TH, 2026
Stocks Slip as Oil Tumbles and Investors Await the Fed's Inflation Gauge US stocks edged lower Tuesday as investors positioned ahead of the Federal Reserve's key inflation reading due Wednesday and weighed reports that Russia updated its nuclear doctrine. The S&P 500 slipped -0.17% to 7,671, while Crude tumbled and Gold advanced.
Read moreStocks Slip at Midday as Yields Firm and Junk Debt Heads for Worst Month Since 2022 US stocks edged lower through midday Tuesday as Treasury yields firmed and the dollar strengthened. The S&P 500 slipped and the Nasdaq held near flat, with weakness in high-yield credit and geopolitical headlines weighing on risk appetite into the afternoon session.
Read moreWall Street Points to a Mixed Open as Nuclear-Doctrine Report Weighs on Risk US equity futures were little changed to firmer early Thursday after a report that Russia is weighing changes to its nuclear doctrine pushed investors toward safety. S&P Futures were flat at 7,746.75 and Nasdaq Futures edged up to 30,614.25, while Dow Futures slipped to 51,790.00.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 28TH, 2026
Stocks Fall as Volatility Jumps on Geopolitical Jitters; Nvidia Boosts Buyback US stocks closed lower Friday as reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin had updated the country's nuclear doctrine drove risk assets down and lifted volatility. The S&P 500 fell -0.77% to 7,684, while the Nasdaq dropped -0.92% to 26,820.
Read moreStocks Fall at Midday as Oil Jumps on Hormuz Standoff, Bonds Sell Off Globally US stocks traded lower through Tuesday morning as Crude prices jumped after President Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Treasury yields climbed amid a global selloff in government bonds. The S&P 500 fell -0.83% to 7,679.
Read moreGlobal Bond Selloff Deepens as Oil Surges; Wall Street Points Lower US stock futures pointed lower before the open as a global government bond selloff pushed yields higher and Crude surged, pressuring equities from Tokyo to Frankfurt. S&P Futures edged down to 7,760.50, off -0.55%, while Gold and Bitcoin tumbled and the VIX jumped.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 25TH, 2026
Stocks Grind Higher as Crude Slides on Middle East Diplomacy U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 edging up to 7,743 and the Nasdaq adding +0.48%, as a sharp weekly retreat in Crude eased inflation worries even amid wire reports of a shift in Russia's nuclear doctrine that pressured futures and Treasurys earlier in the session.
Read moreStocks Hold Slim Gains at Midday as Treasury Yields Climb, Oil Slides US stocks traded narrowly higher at midday Friday as the S&P 500 held small gains and the Nasdaq hovered near flat, with Treasury yields edging up and futures rattled earlier by reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin updated the country's nuclear doctrine. The S&P 500 rose +0.03% to 7,706.
Read moreWall Street Points Higher as Global Bond Rout Slows; Gold and Bitcoin Climb US stock futures edged higher before the cash open as a global bond selloff showed signs of stabilizing. S&P Futures, Nasdaq Futures and Dow Futures all pointed to a firmer start, while Gold advanced and Bitcoin jumped following a report of a large exchange hack.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 24TH, 2026
Bond Rout Deepens as 30-Year Yield Hits Highest Since 2004; Stocks Split A widening Treasury selloff dominated Wall Street, driving the 30-year yield to its highest level since 2004 and pressuring rate-sensitive shares. The S&P 500 finished flat at 7,704, the Nasdaq eked out a gain at 26,939, and small caps bore the brunt of the rout.
Read moreStocks Slip at Midday as Bond Rout Deepens, Oil Jumps on Russia Tensions US stocks edged lower through the morning as a deepening Treasury selloff and reports of a shift in Russia's nuclear doctrine pushed investors toward safety. The S&P 500 slipped -0.45% to 7,672, while the Nasdaq fell -0.70% to 26,747.
Read moreGlobal Bond Selloff Deepens as Oil Climbs Toward Triple Digits; Stock Futures Point Lower Before US Open US stock futures pointed lower ahead of Friday's cash open as a deepening global bond selloff and rising oil unsettled risk appetite. S&P Futures edged down -0.55% and Nasdaq Futures fell -0.94%, with reports on Russia's nuclear doctrine adding to the caution.
Read moreSEPTEMBER 23RD, 2026
Treasury Yields Surge Past a Key Threshold, Dragging Stocks Lower as Diesel Export Ban Lifts Crude US stocks fell Wednesday as Treasury yields climbed to fresh multiyear highs, with the S&P 500 down -0.76% to 7,706 and the Nasdaq off -1.13%. A weak five-year auction and rate-hike repricing drove the selloff, while a planned diesel export ban lifted Crude.
Read moreUS 5-Year Note Auction Tails, Yields Rise to 5.033% The US Treasury's $70 billion 5-year note auction tailed by 3.1 basis points, with a high yield of 5.033%. The bid-to-cover ratio was 2.21, indicating weaker demand than recent auctions. Primary dealers took 15.77% of the notes, while indirect bidders accounted for 54.31%.
Read moreUS 5-Year Note Yield Jumps to 5.033% The yield on the US 5-year note rose to 5.033% today. This marks a significant increase from the previous yield of 4.393%. The higher yield could signal tighter financial conditions and impact bond valuations.
Read moreIMF: Middle East War Alters Global Growth Trajectory The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced that the ongoing Middle East conflict has changed the global growth trajectory. The IMF attributed this shift to disruptions in energy, commodity, and supply chains. This assessment suggests potential revisions to economic forecasts and market sentiment for related assets.
Read moreStocks Slide at Midday as Yields Climb and Crude Jumps on Supply Jitters US stocks fell in morning trading as a jump in Treasury yields and a spike in oil pressured equities, with reports of a shift in Russia's nuclear doctrine driving risk-off flows. The S&P 500 fell -0.66% and the Nasdaq dropped -1.05%.
Read moreTreasury Yields Target 6% as New Benchmark Treasury yields are now targeting 6% as a new benchmark, signaling a significant repricing in the bond market. This development indicates higher borrowing costs across the economy.
Read moreUS Treasury Plans Up To $6 Billion Buyback of Longer-Dated Bonds The US Treasury Department plans to buy back up to $6 billion in longer-dated Treasuries. This initiative aims to enhance market liquidity and manage the nation's debt profile.
Read moreUS 30Y Note Yield Rises Above 5.37%, Highest Since June 2004 The US 30-year Note yield has risen above 5.37%, positioning it for its highest daily settlement since June 2004. This increase is driven by growing inflation and expectations of further rate hikes.
Read moreBonds Hammered, AGG ETF on Pace for Two-Year Low Bonds are experiencing intense selling pressure, with the iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG) on pace for its lowest close in over two years. This indicates a significant shift in fixed-income markets. The move suggests investors are repricing risk and interest rate expectations.
Read moreUS Business Output Grows at Fastest Rate in Five Years, Input Costs Jump US business output grew at its fastest rate in over five years in September, signaling annualized growth of around 5%. Firms' input costs, however, jumped at the steepest rate in four years. Rising fuel and transport costs were key drivers of these increased expenses.
Read moreUS Treasuries Slide After Strong S&P Global US PMI Gauges US Treasuries extended their slide following strong S&P Global US PMI gauges. The data suggests an expanding economy, which could prompt the Federal Reserve to maintain a hawkish stance. This outlook typically leads to higher bond yields and lower Treasury prices.
Read moreUS S&P September Prelim PMI Report Released The S&P Global Flash US Composite PMI decreased to 53.6 in September from 54.6 in August, marking a second consecutive month of slower growth. Services sector activity saw its weakest pace since June, while manufacturing output growth also eased from August's 39-month high.
Read moreUS S&P Composite PMI Flash Actual Rises to 58.4, Exceeds Forecast The US S&P Composite PMI Flash Actual rose to 58.4 in September, exceeding both the forecast of 55.3 and August's figure of 56.0. This indicates stronger business activity than anticipated.
Read more10-Year Treasury Yield Nears 5% The 10-year US Treasury yield reached 4.99% today. This marks a significant increase in borrowing costs for the US government and corporations. The rise in yields could impact equity valuations and investor sentiment across global markets.
Read moreChip Rally Meets Credit Caution as Futures Steady Ahead of US Open US stock futures pointed to a mixed open, with S&P Futures at 7,836.00 and Dow Futures at 52,286.00 holding firm while Nasdaq Futures at 31,023.25 slipped, as reports that Russia's Vladimir Putin updated his country's nuclear doctrine weighed on risk appetite and oil retreated.
Read moreUS Flash PMI Data Due Today, Key for Growth and Inflation Outlook The US Flash Manufacturing and Services PMI data is scheduled for release today. This report provides an early indication of growth, employment, and price pressures in the economy. The data follows the Federal Reserve's recent policy decision.
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