From Nasdaq: 2025-02-18 11:52:32

The S&P 500 is up slightly, while the Dow and Nasdaq are down. Stock market support comes from peace talks on the Russian-Ukraine war. Fed comments suggest a rate cut may not happen soon. European bond yields rise, anticipating increased defense spending. Chip stocks like Intel and Micron see gains.

European government bond yields are up, with expectations for an ECB rate cut in March. Chip stocks like Nvidia, Tesla, and Microsoft are up, while Delta Airlines and Medtronic are down. Chinese tech stocks rise as regulatory pressures ease. Earnings reports for multiple companies are due on 2/18/2025.



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