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After Worst Week in Months, Oil's Influence is Key

Crude oil prices could continue calling the shots this week as war remains front and center. Last Friday's disappointing jobs report raises new economic questions as CPI looms.

Futures

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CLJ26) rose sharply the past week as the Iran war has halted most of the transport of energy products through the Strait of Hormuz, which handles nearly 20% of the world’s oil shipments.

Markets and Economy

Waiting for Jobs Data, Watching Crude and War News

Today's February nonfarm payrolls report might shift attention from war news, at least for the moment. Analysts expect a gain of 60,000 jobs, down from 130,000 in January.

Markets and Economy

Stocks Dive as Oil Surges, U.S. Loses 92,000 Jobs

Surging oil sent stocks lower as Persian Gulf shipping basically halted, and losses accelerated after the U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February. Analysts had expected a rise of 60,000.

Stocks

The Short Interest Monitor

This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

Markets and Economy

Awaiting Key Jobs Data, Investors Monitor War News

Though war news may continue to dominate, investors are also focused on Friday's February jobs report and yesterday's Broadcom results. Productivity and monthly layoff data loom.

Markets and Economy

Bears in Control as War Rages, Volatility Flares

Despite another late recovery attempt Tuesday, the market remains in largely negative straits as war keeps oil prices elevated. Broadcom reports later and ADP jobs data looms.

Smoke on the Water…Fire Under the Surface

Notwithstanding developments in the Iran conflict, there are important leadership shifts still at play within the equity market, which emphasize the importance of diversification.

Markets and Economy

Still Tracking Middle East, Market Awaits Earnings

Stocks showed resilience Monday despite crude's rally after war erupted in the Middle East. Today brings earnings from consumer giants, as well as from software firm CrowdStrike.

Trading

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Major indices are on track for modest losses as investors navigate concerns around AI disruption, private credit, and geopolitics.

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