From Financial Modeling Prep: 2025-04-18 02:37:00

U.S. equity benchmarks closed lower on Thursday due to tariff uncertainties and mixed corporate results, with all major indices facing weekly declines. Nasdaq Composite nears bear-market territory, down 20% from peak.

UnitedHealth shares plummeted 22% after cutting annual profit forecast. Eli Lilly surged 14% on positive Phase 3 trial results for diabetes drug. Blackstone rose 0.8% with Q1 profits exceeding expectations. TSMC saw a 60% jump in net profit from strong AI chip demand. Hertz continued rally, up over 56% after new stake disclosure. Alphabet fell 1.4% on antitrust ruling.

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