Stock indexes down due to geopolitical tensions, rising bond yields, and lower rate cut expectations.

From Nasdaq: 2024-04-15 13:31:54

Stock indexes are down today, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all in the red. Focus is on diplomacy to prevent conflict escalation between Iran and Israel, but tensions remain high. Dovish comments from NY Fed President Williams support stocks. Bond yields rose on strong retail sales data.

Market pricing in lower chances of a rate cut, with mixed overseas markets. Interest rates rise as T-note yields increase. Eurozone industrial production meets expectations. ECB members signal rate cuts ahead. US stock movers include Apple, Tesla, M&T Bank, and Goldman Sachs. Centene awarded Medicaid contract in Florida.

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