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Wednesday, October 14

Noteworthy macro moves today: US 2Y Treasury Bond Index -0.2%. US 10Y Treasury Bond Index -0.6%. EUR/USD -0.4%. Noteworthy US mega-cap moves today: AbbVie Inc (ABBV) +1.2%. JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) -1.0%. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) +0.8%.

Global equity indices are trading mixed, with European markets higher while U.S. indices are generally flat following the release of key inflation data today. The U.S. annual inflation rate accelerated to 3.7% in September, up from 3.4% in August and above market expectations of 3.6%. This increase was driven by a notable rise in energy prices, which surged by 20.4%, contributing significantly to the overall consumer price index (CPI) that rose to 336.94.

Core inflation also exceeded forecasts, rising by 0.3% month-over-month and reaching an annual rate of 2.6%, indicating persistent inflationary pressures that could influence Federal Reserve policy decisions moving forward. The Fed's recent comments have suggested a cautious approach towards further interest rate hikes, with officials indicating that while one more hike might occur this year, aggressive tightening may not be necessary in the near future.

In Germany, wholesale prices surged by 1.9% month-over-month and increased by 8.7% year-over-year, significantly surpassing expectations and signaling potential inflationary pressures ahead for the Eurozone as well as reflecting ongoing supply chain challenges exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Market reactions have been varied; U.S Treasury yields are lower following the inflation data release, suggesting a flight to safety amid concerns over rising costs and economic uncertainty globally.

VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) [-2.0%]
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for September showed a year-over-year increase of 3.7%, contributing to concerns about inflation and its potential effects on interest rates, which can influence demand for gold-related assets. The VanEck Gold Miners ETF is declining in pre-market trading, driven by sharp drops in several of its holdings, including Newmont Corporation, Agnico Eagle Mines, and Barrick Gold Corporation. This decline follows a decrease in gold prices, which has negatively impacted the broader gold mining sector. Additionally, crude oil prices have risen amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, further affecting market sentiment around commodities. The ETF is trading lower, diverging from the recent trend of higher daily closes since Tuesday's close.

iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ) [-1.6%]
Nu Holdings Ltd. is facing declines amid concerns over technical issues with its app, impacting the iShares MSCI Brazil ETF's performance. Although Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras reported positive developments with signed balancing agreements related to its reservoirs, this was insufficient to counterbalance the negative impact from Nu Holdings. Additionally, the U.S. Consumer Price Index for September 2026 showed a year-over-year increase of 3.7%, exceeding expectations and indicating persistent inflationary pressures, which could affect investor sentiment towards emerging markets like Brazil. The fund is trading lower, diverging from a recent trend of higher daily closes since Tuesday's close.

State Street SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE) [-1.3%]
Bank of America has been fined over $1.21 billion for compliance lapses, highlighting regulatory challenges in the financial sector. The State Street SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF is trading lower during pre-market hours, influenced by declines in several of its holdings, including Associated Banc-Corp, which faced downward pressure amid a broader downturn in the sector. Additionally, the U.S. Consumer Price Index showed a year-over-year increase of 3.7% in September, indicating persistent inflationary pressures. Social media posts noted that regional banks appear to be declining further following negative earnings reactions from larger banks, with one user citing historical trends of regional banks leading bear markets during downturns.

BAC | -5.4% | -19.2B
Bank of America Corp | Financials
Bank of America reported its third-quarter earnings, posting an adjusted EPS of $1.08, below the expected $1.11, and revenues of $30.12 billion, falling short of the $30.69 billion estimate. The results were adversely affected by a $1.2 billion regulatory settlement related to anti-money laundering violations, which has raised compliance concerns. Following the earnings report, the stock declined in pre-market trading, reaching a new four-month low. Users on social media noted the disappointing results and the significant regulatory charge, highlighting the negative implications for investor sentiment. Bank of America shares are trading lower during pre-market hours, continuing a downward trend observed after Tuesday's close.

BLK | +3.6% | +6.4B
BlackRock Inc | Financials
BlackRock Inc reported strong third-quarter results, with adjusted earnings per share of $15.93, surpassing analyst estimates of $14.13. Revenue for the quarter reached $7.75 billion, exceeding expectations of $7.52 billion, while net inflows totaled $205.5 billion, well above the anticipated $171.5 billion. CEO Larry Fink emphasized that the firm's scale enhances financing relationships and sourcing opportunities. Assets under management rose to a record $15.49 trillion, reflecting a 15% year-over-year increase. Following these robust earnings, shares are advancing in pre-market trading. Social media posts noted the strong performance, highlighting the adjusted EPS and revenue figures alongside the significant increase in assets under management.

ABBV | +1.2% | +5.7B
AbbVie Inc | Health Care
AbbVie Inc. announced new Phase 3 AFFIRM trial data for its subcutaneous Skyrizi treatment for Crohn's disease at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting. The results showed that 35.8% of patients achieved endoscopic remission at Week 24, compared to 9.1% in the placebo group, bolstering regulatory applications for Skyrizi as an induction treatment. Following this announcement, shares advanced in pre-market trading, reflecting positive market reception. The stock is currently trading higher since Tuesday's close, demonstrating a notable increase and positioning it above its 20-day moving average.

FAST | -5.7% | -3.2B
Fastenal Co | Industrials
Fastenal Co reported third-quarter earnings with net income of $401.6 million, translating to earnings of $0.35 per share, exceeding analyst expectations of $0.34. However, revenue fell short at $2.463 billion compared to the forecasted $2.49 billion, contributing to a decline in the stock during pre-market hours. The company also announced a cash dividend of $0.26 per share and noted ongoing share repurchase activities. Following the earnings report, shares dropped significantly, reflecting market reaction to the revenue miss despite the positive earnings per share result. Social media posts highlighted the revenue and earnings figures, noting a gross margin of 44.8% and operating income of $530.8 million, while also discussing the impact of product pricing on net sales.

ALB | +3.8% | +0.5B
Albemarle Corp | Materials
Mizuho upgraded Albemarle Corp to Outperform, maintaining a price target of $130. This upgrade has contributed to a positive market response, with the shares trading significantly higher in pre-market hours. Social media posts noted the upgrade and price target from Mizuho, reflecting interest among users discussing the development.

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