Markets surged in April despite geopolitical shocks and higher energy prices April 2026 was a reminder that markets often climb walls of worry. Even as tensions between the U.S. and Iran disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and pushed oil prices above $110...
Quick Takes U.S. stocks pushed higher into record territory last week, powered by blockbuster tech earnings, fresh hopes for a cease-fire overseas, and generally upbeat economic signals. The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 each rose +0.9%, while the tech‑heavy Nasdaq was...
Quick Takes U.S. stocks continue to climb on strong earnings and resilient economic data, but rising yields, higher oil prices, and persistent inflation fears are creating crosscurrents for global markets. International stocks had a tougher week amid a stronger...
Quick Takes U.S. and global markets wrapped up another strong week, buoyed by easing geopolitical concerns, a powerful start to corporate earnings season, and mostly encouraging economic data. U.S. stocks logged their third straight week of gains, with Wall Street’s...
Quick Takes Investors found a reason to breathe a sigh of relief this week. Following President Trump’s announcement of a cease-fire with Iran, major global stock indices rallied, shaking off some of the heavy uncertainty that has loomed over global investors. The...
Energy Shock, Rate Fears and Resilient Consumers: What Shook Markets in March and the First Quarter March was anything but quiet for investors. A surge in geopolitical risk, led by conflict in the Middle East collided with stubborn inflation and shifting interest-rate...
