Macro Overview
Equity markets snapped a four-day losing streak on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 (IVV) climbing +0.38% as investors positioned themselves ahead of Nvidia’s highly anticipated earnings report. The tech sector led the rebound, shaking off recent jitters, while energy stocks lagged significantly as oil prices retreated. Following the closing bell, Nvidia delivered a beat on both top and bottom lines and issued strong revenue guidance, likely setting a positive tone for today’s session. While major indices finished in the green, defensive positioning remained evident in parts of the market, with Treasuries seeing little movement.
U.S. Size & Style
Growth asserted dominance over Value across the market cap spectrum on Wednesday. Large Growth (IVW) was the standout performer, gaining +0.97%, significantly outpacing Large Value (IVE), which fell -0.34%. This divergence highlights the market’s renewed appetite for tech exposure ahead of key earnings. Small caps remained under pressure, with Small Cap (IJR) dipping -0.11%, though growth styles within the small and mid-cap space fared better than their value counterparts.
| Name (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Growth (IVW) | +0.97% | -0.99% | -0.47% | +5.14% | +18.44% | +20.83% |
| Large Cap (IVV) | +0.38% | -1.39% | -0.26% | +3.89% | +14.18% | +13.71% |
| Mid Growth (IJK) | +0.31% | -1.33% | -1.53% | -0.12% | +2.97% | +0.01% |
| Mid Cap (IJH) | +0.14% | -1.40% | -1.81% | -0.48% | +2.52% | -0.27% |
| Small Growth (IJT) | +0.05% | -2.08% | -4.09% | -1.84% | +0.11% | -5.04% |
| Mid Value (IJJ) | -0.10% | -1.56% | -2.08% | -0.97% | +1.70% | -0.81% |
| Small Cap (IJR) | -0.11% | -2.37% | -2.98% | -0.21% | +0.05% | -3.72% |
| Small Value (IJS) | -0.25% | -2.78% | -1.90% | +1.32% | -0.12% | -2.68% |
| Large Value (IVE) | -0.34% | -1.81% | -0.10% | +2.39% | +9.17% | +5.00% |
U.S. Sectors & Industries
Sector performance was notably bifurcated, with Technology (XLK) rising +0.70% to lead the pack, supported by strength in semiconductors where Semiconductor (XSD) gained +1.06%. Financials also showed robust momentum, with Regional Banking (KRE) advancing +1.06%. On the flip side, Energy (XLE) was the clear laggard, dropping -1.30% amidst lower crude prices. Defensive sectors like Utilities and Staples also underperformed, reflecting the risk-on rotation.
| Sector (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology (XLK) | +0.70% | -2.49% | -1.42% | +7.53% | +21.40% | +22.22% |
| Financial (XLF) | +0.37% | -1.70% | -1.19% | -1.65% | +7.78% | +5.28% |
| Industrials (XLI) | +0.33% | -1.09% | -0.91% | -0.26% | +15.27% | +9.97% |
| Materials (XLB) | +0.26% | -1.19% | -2.44% | -4.33% | +3.38% | -4.63% |
| Consumer Discretionary (XLY) | 0.00% | -2.76% | -4.23% | -2.15% | +0.72% | +5.02% |
| Health Care (XLV) | -0.17% | +0.33% | +6.32% | +11.89% | +12.19% | +9.79% |
| Communication Services (XLC) | -0.55% | -0.13% | -3.26% | +1.27% | +15.87% | +16.28% |
| Consumer Staples (XLP) | -0.77% | -0.97% | -4.04% | -6.90% | -0.81% | -2.56% |
| Real Estate (XLRE) | -0.78% | -1.07% | -3.64% | -2.04% | +1.90% | -3.80% |
| Utilities (XLU) | -0.84% | -0.33% | -3.39% | +3.46% | +19.31% | +13.18% |
| Energy (XLE) | -1.30% | -2.33% | +4.54% | +6.54% | +7.53% | -2.62% |
Global Thematic
In the thematic space, clean energy metals and nuclear power shone brightly, while cannabis and blockchain related themes struggled. Uranium & Nuclear Energy (URA) surged +3.22%, highlighting continued interest in alternative energy sources. Conversely, Cannabis & Vice (CNBS) fell -4.35%, and crypto-linked equities remained under pressure alongside digital assets.
| Name (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change |
|---|---|
| Uranium & Nuclear Energy (URA) | +3.22% |
| Silver Miners (SIL) | +1.75% |
| Genomics & Immunology (ARKG) | +1.53% |
| Tech & Battery Metals (LIT) | +1.01% |
| Gold Miners (GDX) | +1.00% |
| Innovation (ARKK) | -0.77% |
| Digital Media & Entertainment (ESPO) | -1.04% |
| Solar (TAN) | -1.24% |
| Crypto Miners (WGMI) | -3.42% |
| Cannabis & Vice (CNBS) | -4.35% |
Developed Markets ex-U.S.
International developed markets faced selling pressure, diverging sharply from the U.S. recovery. South Korea (EWY) led declines, falling -1.12%, while France (EWQ) dropped -0.44%. Japan (EWJ) and Hong Kong (EWH) saw more modest weakness, dipping -0.12% and -0.86% respectively.
| Country (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands (EWN) | +0.74% | -1.86% | -2.73% | +7.21% | +29.94% | +30.19% |
| Canada (EWC) | +0.18% | -0.53% | +0.68% | +7.70% | +26.45% | +22.14% |
| Germany (EWG) | -0.05% | -3.30% | -4.52% | -6.79% | +26.22% | +27.54% |
| Dev ex-U.S. (EFA) | -0.30% | -2.88% | -2.11% | +0.46% | +24.48% | +23.18% |
| Australia (EWA) | -0.39% | -2.50% | -6.02% | -4.92% | +7.65% | -0.09% |
| Switzerland (EWL) | -0.39% | -2.07% | -1.09% | -2.43% | +24.96% | +21.68% |
| South Korea (EWY) | -1.12% | -3.79% | +2.30% | +26.76% | +77.95% | +61.23% |
| France (EWQ) | -0.44% | -3.12% | -3.96% | -0.87% | +23.81% | +23.43% |
| Hong Kong (EWH) | -0.86% | -3.86% | +3.30% | +3.79% | +34.20% | +32.74% |
| Japan (EWJ) | -0.12% | -3.93% | -1.61% | +0.82% | +21.21% | +21.88% |
Emerging Markets
Emerging markets offered a mixed bag, outperforming their developed counterparts on a relative basis. Indonesia (EIDO) led gains, rising +1.20%, while China (MCHI) lagged with a decline of -0.82%. Emerging (EEM) as a whole finished down -0.35%, held back by weakness in larger Asian constituents.
| Country (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia (EIDO) | +1.20% | +0.54% | +6.82% | +0.93% | +2.69% | -4.15% |
| Malaysia (EWM) | +0.65% | -0.45% | +2.45% | +4.57% | +9.62% | +12.18% |
| South Africa (EZA) | +0.62% | -0.63% | +1.77% | +17.47% | +60.71% | +49.59% |
| India (INDA) | +0.40% | +0.38% | +0.70% | +2.20% | +4.16% | +3.10% |
| Mexico (EWW) | +0.15% | -0.67% | +0.97% | +9.01% | +45.19% | +37.73% |
| Thailand (THD) | -0.03% | -0.19% | -0.29% | +3.78% | -0.90% | -5.45% |
| Taiwan (EWT) | -0.27% | -4.10% | -3.98% | +4.01% | +20.75% | +19.06% |
| Emerging (EEM) | -0.35% | -2.02% | -0.61% | +8.09% | +30.00% | +27.36% |
| Brazil (EWZ) | -0.67% | -2.08% | +9.36% | +18.75% | +46.96% | +26.78% |
| China (MCHI) | -0.82% | -2.50% | -2.21% | +3.89% | +33.40% | +33.56% |
Fixed Income
The fixed income market was relatively quiet, with most segments seeing minor fluctuations. Emerging USD (EMB) was a bright spot, ticking up +0.17%. Credit spreads remained stable, with Taxable High Yield (HYG) edging higher by +0.05%. Long-duration assets saw slight weakness as yields adjusted.
| Category (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerging USD (EMB) | +0.17% | +0.16% | +0.83% | +3.59% | +12.78% | +11.78% |
| Convertible (CWB) | +0.14% | -0.27% | -4.01% | +4.48% | +14.98% | +12.70% |
| Taxable High Yield (HYG) | +0.05% | -0.09% | -0.20% | +1.18% | +6.94% | +6.84% |
| Mortgage Backed (MBS) | +0.02% | +0.01% | -0.48% | +2.78% | +7.45% | +7.34% |
| Taxable Core (AGG) | 0.00% | +0.08% | -0.55% | +2.07% | +6.70% | +6.30% |
| Taxable Ultrashort (BIL) | 0.00% | +0.02% | +0.33% | +1.00% | +3.69% | +4.23% |
| Bank Loans (BKLN) | 0.00% | -0.14% | +0.92% | +1.52% | +5.34% | +5.89% |
| Corporate (SPIB) | 0.00% | +0.12% | -0.22% | +1.56% | +7.03% | +7.02% |
| Municipal Short (SUB) | -0.02% | +0.05% | +0.03% | +0.33% | +3.07% | +3.26% |
| Taxable Core Enhanced (IUSB) | -0.02% | +0.06% | -0.46% | +2.05% | +6.83% | +6.54% |
| Municipal Long (MLN) | -0.03% | +0.05% | -0.28% | +6.15% | +1.69% | +1.74% |
| Government Short (SPTS) | -0.03% | +0.10% | +0.06% | +1.17% | +4.41% | +5.13% |
| Government Intermediate (SPTI) | -0.03% | +0.17% | -0.20% | +1.73% | +7.08% | +6.87% |
| Taxable Short-Term (BSV) | -0.05% | +0.10% | -0.04% | +1.24% | +5.34% | +5.79% |
| Taxable Multisector (PYLD) | -0.06% | -0.11% | 0.00% | +2.23% | +8.16% | +8.78% |
| Municipal High Yield (HYD) | -0.07% | +0.46% | +0.19% | +4.66% | +1.77% | +1.57% |
| Emerging (EMLC) | -0.08% | -0.12% | +0.63% | +2.88% | +16.35% | +14.08% |
| International USD (BNDX) | -0.10% | -0.02% | -0.49% | +1.11% | +2.98% | +3.44% |
| Taxable Long Term (BLV) | -0.11% | +0.07% | -1.96% | +2.97% | +6.70% | +4.25% |
| Inflation Protected (TIP) | -0.13% | -0.04% | -0.55% | +1.51% | +6.90% | +5.93% |
| Government Long (SPTL) | -0.15% | +0.04% | -1.78% | +3.58% | +6.07% | +3.49% |
| Municipal Intermediate (MUB) | -0.15% | +0.07% | -0.09% | +3.66% | +3.16% | +2.69% |
| Preferred Stock (PFF) | -0.42% | -1.28% | -2.39% | -1.65% | +2.47% | +0.16% |
| International (IGOV) | -0.69% | -1.23% | -2.28% | -1.09% | +8.43% | +5.95% |
Commodities
Commodities diverged as energy volatility persisted. Natural Gas (UNG) spiked +3.38%, while WTI Crude Oil (USO) slid -2.23%. Metals were generally stronger, with Copper (CPER) rising +1.07% and Silver (SLV) up +0.76%, reflecting pockets of economic optimism.
| Commodity (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas (UNG) | +3.38% | +0.96% | +23.84% | +20.89% | -12.55% | +5.98% |
| Copper (CPER) | +1.07% | -0.61% | +1.01% | +12.91% | +23.73% | +19.04% |
| Industrial Metals (DBB) | +0.99% | -0.70% | +2.29% | +10.86% | +13.69% | +11.56% |
| Silver (SLV) | +0.76% | +1.07% | -1.15% | +37.14% | +76.41% | +62.98% |
| Platinum (PPLT) | +0.48% | +0.06% | -3.88% | +17.65% | +69.22% | +57.63% |
| Precious Metals (DBP) | +0.24% | -0.11% | -2.91% | +24.39% | +54.92% | +53.46% |
| Gold (GLD) | +0.16% | -0.27% | -3.61% | +22.83% | +54.86% | +54.15% |
| Broad Commodities (DJP) | -0.38% | -0.03% | +3.54% | +11.77% | +15.74% | +17.53% |
| Sugar (CANE) | -0.40% | -0.72% | -4.49% | -13.78% | -17.40% | -26.79% |
| Soybeans (SOYB) | -1.10% | +0.47% | +7.54% | +6.83% | +9.26% | +9.62% |
| Agriculture (DBA) | -1.17% | 0.00% | -1.70% | -3.83% | -1.88% | +3.59% |
| Palladium (PALL) | -1.40% | -1.28% | -4.80% | +24.85% | +51.17% | +32.79% |
| Corn (CORN) | -1.53% | -0.87% | +1.17% | +4.43% | -5.46% | -2.29% |
| Wheat (WEAT) | -1.62% | +1.19% | +5.19% | +1.67% | -11.62% | -13.94% |
| Energy (DBE) | -1.91% | -0.40% | +7.50% | +4.44% | +4.27% | +7.03% |
| Brent Crude Oil (BNO) | -2.19% | -1.12% | +4.31% | -1.02% | -2.94% | -0.65% |
| WTI Crude Oil (USO) | -2.23% | -0.70% | +4.27% | -1.96% | -6.18% | -1.98% |
| Gasoline (UGA) | -3.11% | -3.42% | +9.16% | +7.78% | +6.49% | +7.28% |
Cryptocurrency
Digital assets faced selling pressure alongside the caution in broader risk markets during regular trading. Bitcoin (IBIT) dropped -3.67%, while Ethereum (ETHA) underperformed significantly, shedding -5.72%.
| Asset (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethereum (ETHA) | -5.72% | -6.12% | -23.15% | -28.95% | -12.06% | -5.56% |
| Solana (SOLZ) | -5.68% | -4.63% | -27.76% | -27.87% | ||
| Multi-Coin (NCIQ) | -4.06% | -5.30% | -17.74% | -23.85% | ||
| Bitcoin (IBIT) | -3.67% | -5.13% | -16.11% | -20.97% | -4.37% | -3.74% |
What to Watch Today
All eyes this morning are on the market’s reaction to Nvidia’s earnings, released after the bell yesterday. The AI giant beat expectations on both revenue and earnings, signaling that the infrastructure boom remains intact. Investors will be watching closely to see if this positive news can catalyze a broader rally in the tech sector and lift the S&P 500 further. On the economic calendar, jobless claims and the Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index are due at 8:30 AM ET, offering fresh insights into the labor market and industrial activity. Existing Home Sales data follows at 10:00 AM ET.
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