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Market Update:
At 17:00 GMT, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is at 38492.57, down 360.29 or -0.93%. The S&P 500 Index is trading at 5276.27, down 29.77 or -0.56%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index is at 16965.34, down 54.54 or -0.32%.
Broad Market Weakness:
In a broad market decline, all eleven sectors of the S&P 500 saw a decrease, with around 450 stocks trading lower. UnitedHealth led the drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average with a 4% decrease due to negative remarks about its Medicaid business. Other healthcare stocks such as Molina Healthcare, Humana, and Elevance Health also experienced declines.
Treasury Yields Pressure Stocks:
The rise in the 10-year Treasury yield above 4.6% further pressured equities, following a poorly received Treasury auction. This increase raised concerns among investors regarding inflation and economic growth trajectories.
Marathon Oil and AI Stock Picks:
Not all stocks were in the red, as Marathon Oil shares surged over 8% after an all-stock acquisition deal was announced by ConocoPhillips. This move validated the predictions of iFi AI, an AI-based investment firm that had forecasted significant gains for Marathon Oil.
Positive Earnings Reports Boost Individual Stocks:
Some individual stocks received a boost from positive earnings reports. Dick’s Sporting Goods was upgraded to a buy by Bank of America, citing a strong earnings report and improved full-year guidance. Dick’s shares were up 16%, on track for their best day since May 2021. Abercrombie & Fitch also reported outstanding sales, with first-quarter revenue surpassing $1 billion, signaling a strong comeback for the brand.
Market Forecast:
With mixed earnings results and rising Treasury yields, the market is facing a cautious outlook. While some individual stocks show strength, broader market sentiment remains weak. Traders should expect continued volatility as they analyze economic indicators and await the Federal Reserve’s next moves.
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