The U.S. markets are open with the Russell 2000 up 0.57% and the Dow up 0.36%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq are slightly up. The 10Y is at 4.157%. U.S. oil prices are up at $56, helping energy stocks recover. Silver and gold are also up. Futures point to modest gains today.

Financials, materials, and energy sectors are seeing gains today, helping offset losses from yesterday. Natural Gas and Brent Crude futures are up too. Silver and gold continue to rise. Companies with at least a $1 billion market cap are reporting today. Today is expected to be a relaxed day compared to yesterday’s data releases.

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