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The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) has gained amid rising oil prices, due to escalating tensions in the Middle East following Iran's missile attack on Israel.
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UBS has issued a favorable outlook on the re-rating of commercial real estate-focused regional banks, as highlighted in their Q3 preview for US banks released recently. This analysis may reflect a positive sentiment towards the broader financial sector.
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Tesla (TSLA), fell sharply despite reporting strong Q3 production and delivery figures, as results did not meet heightened expectations. Nike (NKE) experienced a notable decline after withdrawing its FY25 guidance and posting disappointing Q1 earnings, prompting analyst downgrades.
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Some of the largest macro moves in the market today include: Oil (WTI) +1.4%. US 10Y Treasury Bond -0.3%. A50 Index (China) +1.3%. Some of the largest moves among US mega-cap stocks include: UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH) +1.7%. Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM) +1.6%.
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Exxon Mobil reached a four-week high, aided by a substantial asset sale in Nigeria. Chevron has partnered with Honeywell to enhance refining efficiency through AI technologies.
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Mixed macroeconomic signals are evident, as the ISM Manufacturing PMI indicates continued contraction, while job openings exceed expectations. Conversely, construction spending unexpectedly fell, highlighting weaknesses in that sector. The ETF is trading with unusually high market volume today.
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MRNA's recent partnership with Cenra Healthcare to promote its mRNA respiratory vaccine portfolio in Taiwan being a notable development. Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is monitoring supply chain vulnerabilities due to labor disputes at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports.
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Tesla has been added to Wells Fargo's Q4 2024 Tactical Ideas List with an Underweight rating, amid concerns about delivery growth and declining auto gross margins.
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Some of the largest macro moves in the market today include: US Dollar Index +0.4%. USD/CNH +0.3%. Gold +0.7%. Some of the largest moves among US mega-cap stocks include: Alphabet Inc (GOOG) +1.5%. Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) +1.5%. Apple Inc (AAPL) -1.2%.
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Some of the largest macro moves in the market today include: Bitcoin -2.6%. Gold -0.8%. US 2Y Treasury Bond -0.1%. Some of the largest moves among US mega-cap stocks include: NVIDIA Corp (NVDA) -2.7%. Eli Lilly and Co (LLY) -1.3%. JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) -1.2%.
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The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) has increased by 0.9% since Thursday, buoyed by significant movements among its holdings. The broader market context is reflected in the Dow Jones Index, which has risen by 1.00%, indicating a correlation that may influence XLF's price action.
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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN) contributed positively following the FDA approval of its Dupixent for COPD treatment, marking a significant milestone as the first biologic medicine approved for this indication in the U.S. Amgen (AMGN) also saw a boost.
