Surging U.S. Treasury yields are causing concern among investors as they wonder how much it will impact the rally in stocks and speculative assets, with the S&P 500, technology sector, bitcoin, and high-growth names all experiencing losses; rising rates are making it more difficult for borrowers and increasing the appeal of risk-free Treasury yields.
US stocks recover from early losses but end the week with sharp drops as the August slump continues, while investors consider the possibility of higher interest rates and concerns over China's economic troubles.
Stocks fell on Thursday as strong earnings from Nvidia were overshadowed by comments from the Federal Reserve suggesting that interest rates will need to remain high to combat inflation.
US stocks surged on Tuesday after new jobs data showed a decline in job openings, potentially easing wage pressures and giving the Federal Reserve room to adjust interest rates.
U.S. stocks slipped as worrying data out of China and a spike in oil prices following the extension of Saudi Arabian production cuts weighed on the market. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.4% and the Nasdaq dipped 0.1%.
Stocks fell on Wall Street as concerns about inflation and weakening global demand weighed on investor sentiment, raising doubts about the Federal Reserve's plans to cut interest rates.
US stocks dropped on Wednesday as fears of more Federal Reserve rate hikes circulated, with Big Tech names like Apple and Nvidia dragging major indexes lower. Boston Fed President Susan Collins warned that further policy tightening could be warranted, while the Fed's Beige Book indicated softer activity growth and a cooling labor market in July and August.
Stock indices finished today’s trading session in the red, with the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all falling. The technology sector was the session's laggard, while the utilities sector was the leader. The U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield increased, and the Atlanta Federal Reserve's latest GDPNow reading estimates that the economy will expand by about 5.6% in the third quarter. The Federal Reserve released its Beige Book report, noting a tourism boom but slower spending in other areas. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index came in higher than expected, and mortgage applications fell to their lowest level since 1996. The U.S. trade deficit widened less than expected in July. U.S. stock futures inched lower, and European indices trended lower. Asia-Pacific markets were mixed.
U.S. Treasury yields dropped as concerns over potential interest rate hikes grew due to recent economic data, including lower jobless claims and sustained inflationary pressures.
US stocks rose as the dollar fell, with technology stocks leading the way, and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressing optimism about a potential soft landing in the economy.
Stocks slid and bond yields climbed as the Federal Reserve began its two-day monetary policy meeting, with Instacart's IPO being a bright spot in the markets but Disney shares falling due to increased investment plans in its parks segment.
Treasury yields rise and stocks fall as traders anticipate longer-lasting higher rates to prevent inflation, while Brent oil briefly surpasses $95 a barrel; the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates is eagerly awaited by investors.
U.S. equities fell as the Fed began its policy meeting and the 10-year Treasury yield reached a 16-year high, with Walt Disney shares dropping after announcing increased spending on theme parks and cruises, and Cboe Global Markets shares rising following a CEO change.
US stocks slumped as investors prepare for the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision, with all three benchmark indexes ending the day lower.
World stocks fell for a fifth straight session and the dollar reached its highest level since March as Treasury yields rose, signaling concerns over higher interest rates and slower economic growth.
U.S. stocks fell for a third consecutive day as Treasury yields continued rising, the Bank of England kept interest rates unchanged, Cisco is acquiring Splunk for $28 billion, Rupert Murdoch is stepping down as chairman of Fox Corp and News Corp, investor Steve Eisman believes the banking sector is "uninvestable," and investor interest in AI is starting to wane.
Stocks fell for a third consecutive day as Treasury yields continued to rise, causing pessimism in the market and leading to declines in major indexes.
Stocks are falling sharply as the fantasy of rate cuts turns into the nightmare of higher rates and inflation, potentially leading to a significant decline in the S&P 500 and the end of the summer rally.
Wall Street falls despite bond market pressure easing, with stocks on track for their fifth drop in six days as the market comes to terms with the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates high, causing yields in the bond market to rise and undercutting prices for stocks and other investments.
Stocks fell on Tuesday as Wall Street grappled with the possibility of the Federal Reserve maintaining higher interest rates, while consumer confidence declined for the second consecutive month, reaching its lowest levels since May.
Stocks tumbled and fears about the US economy grew as economic data revealed a cloudy outlook and the potential for further interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.
The U.S. stock market has experienced a decline due to conflicting economic news and a surge in bond yields, which may be driven by factors other than data, such as fiscal deficits and central bank policies.
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield fell on Friday after the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure showed signs of easing, pulling back from a 15-year high.
Stocks ended the day higher as the surge in oil, the dollar, and Treasury yields slowed down, with the Nasdaq rising 0.8%, the S&P 500 gaining 0.6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 0.4%.
U.S. stocks mostly fell as investors considered the latest inflation data from the Federal Reserve, marking the end of a turbulent month for the market.
U.S. stocks and bonds are falling due to another surge in Treasury yields, leading to anxiety among investors who fear that the Fed will hold interest rates higher for longer if the labor market remains strong.
Stocks mostly fell in the U.S. on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average declining, while the Nasdaq Composite inched up; all three indexes ended the month of September in the red, with the S&P and Nasdaq experiencing their worst monthly performance since December, and the Dow having its worst showing since February.
Stocks slumped as the bond rout continues and one Fed policymaker predicted another interest rate hike this year, with the Nasdaq falling 0.5% and the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average losing 0.4%.
Stocks plummeted and bond yields surged, highlighting concerns about the impact of high interest rates on equities as the Dow and S&P closed at their lowest levels in over four months.
Stocks fell sharply in response to an increase in long-term Treasury yields, driven by misguided rhetoric from Fed officials and fears of higher inflation, despite economic data showing slowing growth, low job growth, and declining wage growth.
US stock futures fell and Treasury yields surged after the September jobs report revealed that the economy added twice as many jobs as expected, increasing anticipation for another rate hike from the Federal Reserve.
The US stock market experienced losses in the third quarter, driven by rising US Treasury yields, leading to a surge in the US dollar and a hostile environment for gold and silver; the fourth quarter may see a continuation of this trend if US yields continue to rise.
U.S. Treasury yields fell as investors turned to safer investments amid concerns over the Israel-Hamas war and hints from Federal Reserve officials that there may not be a need for further rate hikes.
U.S. stocks rise as Treasury yields fall and Federal Reserve officials provide favorable commentary, with the Nasdaq Composite leading gains.
Treasury yields dropped sharply as traders priced in a high likelihood that the Federal Reserve will not raise interest rates again, with the 2-year rate ending at its lowest level in over a month and the 10-year and 30-year rates also hitting lows.
Stocks in the US rose for the third consecutive day as bond yields fell, providing the stock market with renewed momentum amid the Israeli-Hamas conflict.
Stocks plummeted as Treasury yields rose, consumer prices increased, and a disappointing bond auction caused a decline in the broader stock market.
Stocks declined and bond yields surged after an underwhelming Treasury auction and higher-than-expected inflation reading raised concerns about higher interest rates.
Stocks slipped as rising yields in the bond market and new inflation news put pressure on Wall Street, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all experiencing losses.
US stocks fall as fears of war in the Middle East and hopes for stronger profits at big US companies collide in financial markets; oil prices rise and Treasury yields fall, creating uncertainty in the market.
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