Macro Overview
U.S. equities staged a “Turnaround Tuesday” recovery, shaking off the previous session’s weakness to close modestly higher. The S&P 500 (IVV) gained +0.17%, led by renewed strength in the technology sector and specific single-stock stories like Boeing and Intel. While trading volume was relatively light, market breadth stabilized as investors digested recent volatility ahead of key economic data releases later in the week.
U.S. Size & Style
Growth factors outperformed value across the capitalization spectrum yesterday. Large Growth (IVW) was the day’s leader, rising +0.32%, while Mid Value (IJJ) lagged significantly, falling -0.62%. Small caps were essentially flat, with Small Cap (IJR) eking out a +0.04% gain.
| Name (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Value (IVE) | +0.06% | -0.47% | +1.26% | +4.76% | +12.15% | +5.13% |
| Large Cap (IVV) | +0.17% | -0.30% | -0.06% | +6.76% | +17.41% | +14.33% |
| Large Growth (IVW) | +0.32% | -0.19% | -1.14% | +8.47% | +21.93% | +21.94% |
| Mid Value (IJJ) | -0.62% | -0.98% | +2.25% | +1.14% | +5.89% | -0.72% |
| Mid Cap (IJH) | -0.35% | -0.92% | +1.23% | +1.59% | +6.46% | -0.87% |
| Mid Growth (IJK) | -0.09% | -0.93% | +0.37% | +1.87% | +6.59% | -1.33% |
| Small Value (IJS) | +0.02% | -0.19% | +2.68% | +4.57% | +5.51% | -2.08% |
| Small Cap (IJR) | +0.04% | -0.50% | +2.10% | +3.05% | +5.48% | -3.27% |
| Small Growth (IJT) | -0.10% | -0.96% | +1.48% | +1.46% | +5.36% | -4.69% |
U.S. Sectors & Industries
Technology (XLK) led the GICS sectors with a +1.03% gain, supported by strong performance in the Semiconductor industry. On the downside, commodity-sensitive sectors struggled, with Energy (XLE) dropping -1.29% amid falling oil prices.
| Sector (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology (XLK) | +1.03% | +1.08% | -3.78% | +11.50% | +25.00% | +23.38% |
| Industrials (XLI) | +0.87% | -0.61% | -1.48% | +1.88% | +17.12% | +8.51% |
| Communication Services (XLC) | +0.33% | -0.14% | +0.37% | +3.99% | +20.08% | +17.48% |
| Consumer Discretionary (XLY) | -0.07% | -0.01% | -1.45% | +2.98% | +6.08% | +6.33% |
| Financial (XLF) | -0.09% | -0.92% | +0.90% | -1.07% | +10.46% | +5.47% |
| Real Estate (XLRE) | -0.24% | -1.63% | +0.22% | -0.69% | +3.11% | -4.37% |
| Health Care (XLV) | -0.60% | -2.09% | +7.01% | +12.73% | +13.69% | +6.76% |
| Consumer Staples (XLP) | -0.66% | -0.76% | +3.26% | -1.65% | +2.12% | -2.68% |
| Utilities (XLU) | -0.71% | -3.03% | -1.37% | +5.27% | +18.52% | +11.46% |
| Materials (XLB) | -0.91% | -1.15% | +3.15% | -3.06% | +6.56% | -4.85% |
| Energy (XLE) | -1.29% | -0.34% | +2.28% | +0.43% | +7.84% | -1.45% |
Global Thematic
Thematic performance diverged sharply, with crypto-adjacent and uranium funds rallying significantly. First Trust SkyBridge Crypto (CRPT) and Sprott Junior Uranium Miners (URNJ) led the way, while Bitcoin miners and cannabis stocks faced heavy selling pressure.
| Name (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change |
|---|---|
| First Trust SkyBridge Crypto Industry & Digital Economy (CRPT) | +5.46% |
| Sprott Junior Uranium Miners (URNJ) | +2.80% |
| Global X Hydrogen (HYDR) | +2.54% |
| Global X Uranium (URA) | +2.40% |
| VanEck Uranium and Nuclear (NLR) | +2.25% |
| Global X Blockchain (BKCH) | -3.62% |
| Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators (BITQ) | -3.79% |
| Amplify Alternative Harvest (MJ) | -3.99% |
| AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis (MSOS) | -4.16% |
| CoinShares Bitcoin Mining (WGMI) | -7.58% |
Developed Markets ex-U.S.
International developed markets saw broad gains. South Korea (EWY) was a standout performer, jumping +1.60%, while Hong Kong (EWH) closed lower by -0.36%.
| Country (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dev ex-U.S. (EFA) | +0.34% | -0.16% | +0.58% | +4.92% | +27.87% | +23.75% |
| Australia (EWA) | +0.78% | +0.31% | -3.14% | -3.14% | +10.33% | +1.54% |
| Canada (EWC) | -0.08% | -1.06% | +2.76% | +7.31% | +30.24% | +23.42% |
| France (EWQ) | +0.07% | -0.29% | +0.36% | +5.08% | +26.66% | +27.18% |
| Germany (EWG) | +0.91% | -0.07% | +0.39% | -0.37% | +30.63% | +28.01% |
| Hong Kong (EWH) | -0.36% | -0.27% | +2.97% | +4.18% | +35.97% | +33.95% |
| Japan (EWJ) | -0.07% | -0.65% | -1.17% | +5.53% | +23.90% | +19.71% |
| Netherlands (EWN) | +0.43% | +0.69% | -0.39% | +12.76% | +33.41% | +30.49% |
| South Korea (EWY) | +1.60% | +1.32% | -5.08% | +28.02% | +80.92% | +66.29% |
| Switzerland (EWL) | +0.91% | +0.21% | +4.66% | +5.98% | +28.47% | +22.90% |
| U.K. (EWU) | +0.19% | -0.32% | +0.80% | +5.16% | +29.47% | +25.38% |
Emerging Markets
Emerging markets were mixed, with Brazil (EWZ) rallying +1.89% to lead the group. South Africa (EZA) was the notable underperformer, declining -1.41%.
| Country (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerging (EEM) | +0.04% | -0.04% | -1.81% | +8.99% | +31.08% | +28.36% |
| Brazil (EWZ) | +1.89% | +1.25% | +9.18% | +17.34% | +53.93% | +43.53% |
| China (MCHI) | -0.67% | +0.06% | -2.09% | +0.97% | +34.11% | +35.15% |
| India (INDA) | -0.83% | -1.52% | -0.17% | +2.92% | +2.36% | -1.09% |
| Indonesia (EIDO) | +0.69% | +1.34% | +3.50% | +6.65% | +5.14% | +0.58% |
| Malaysia (EWM) | +0.26% | +0.91% | +3.17% | +7.84% | +11.03% | +13.44% |
| Mexico (EWW) | +0.37% | +0.42% | +3.28% | +9.22% | +49.41% | +43.36% |
| South Africa (EZA) | -1.41% | -0.36% | +4.28% | +16.16% | +60.55% | +49.33% |
| Taiwan (EWT) | +0.78% | +0.19% | -3.03% | +11.34% | +24.86% | +23.16% |
| Thailand (THD) | +0.03% | +1.90% | -0.89% | +3.76% | +1.84% | -1.42% |
Fixed Income
Yields were relatively stable, supporting modest gains across most fixed income categories. Preferred Stock (PFF) led the complex, up +0.59%, followed by Emerging USD (EMB). Municipal bonds were among the few weak spots.
| Category (Ticker) | 1 Day | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred Stock (PFF) | +0.59% | +0.18% | -0.11% | +0.11% | +4.21% | +1.12% |
| Emerging USD (EMB) | +0.42% | +0.07% | +0.56% | +4.56% | +13.57% | +11.17% |
| International (IGOV) | +0.29% | -0.05% | -0.21% | +0.17% | +9.53% | +5.76% |
| Emerging (EMLC) | +0.23% | +0.00% | +1.45% | +3.41% | +17.16% | +14.98% |
| Taxable High Yield (HYG) | +0.19% | +0.01% | +0.75% | +1.75% | +8.07% | +7.27% |
| Mortgage Backed (MBS) | +0.18% | -0.18% | +0.41% | +2.81% | +8.04% | +6.28% |
| Government Long (SPTL) | +0.15% | -1.03% | -0.62% | +4.48% | +6.42% | +0.42% |
| Taxable Core (AGG) | +0.13% | -0.30% | +0.30% | +2.33% | +7.17% | +5.34% |
| Taxable Core Enhanced (IUSB) | +0.13% | -0.26% | +0.37% | +2.30% | +7.33% | +5.65% |
| Municipal Short (SUB) | +0.09% | +0.03% | +0.38% | +0.32% | +3.22% | +3.29% |
| Taxable Multisector (PYLD) | +0.07% | -0.15% | +0.60% | +2.46% | +8.97% | +8.43% |
| Taxable Long Term (BLV) | +0.07% | -0.97% | -0.42% | +4.27% | +7.34% | +1.72% |
| Government Short (SPTS) | +0.07% | -0.03% | +0.44% | +1.15% | +4.67% | +5.09% |
| Corporate (SPIB) | +0.06% | -0.14% | +0.65% | +1.86% | +7.64% | +6.76% |
| Government Intermediate (SPTI) | +0.05% | -0.26% | +0.54% | +1.56% | +7.47% | +6.21% |
| Taxable Short-Term (BSV) | +0.05% | -0.06% | +0.50% | +1.21% | +5.68% | +5.65% |
| International USD (BNDX) | +0.04% | -0.27% | -0.46% | +1.49% | +3.12% | +2.13% |
| Taxable Ultrashort (BIL) | +0.03% | +0.05% | +0.33% | +0.99% | +3.85% | +4.24% |
| Inflation Protected (TIP) | +0.03% | -0.37% | -0.15% | +0.78% | +7.04% | +5.26% |
| Bank Loans (BKLN) | -0.05% | -0.14% | +0.53% | +1.61% | +5.80% | +6.10% |
| Municipal Intermediate (MUB) | -0.06% | -0.31% | -0.10% | +3.55% | +3.21% | +1.75% |
| Municipal Long (MLN) | -0.23% | -0.51% | -0.68% | +5.26% | +1.14% | -0.60% |
| Municipal High Yield (HYD) | -0.24% | -0.57% | +0.06% | +4.19% | +1.85% | +0.69% |
| Convertible (CWB) | -0.33% | -0.83% | -3.46% | +4.61% | +17.02% | +11.22% |
Commodities
Commodity performance was dominated by a sharp rise in Palladium (PALL), which surged +3.02%. Energy commodities remained under pressure, with WTI Crude Oil (USO) sliding -1.21%.
| Commodity (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palladium (PALL) | +3.02% | +1.13% | +1.72% | +28.66% | +60.36% | +48.66% |
| Silver (SLV) | +1.16% | +3.75% | +20.72% | +43.01% | +101.79% | +91.18% |
| Sugar (CANE) | +1.16% | -1.43% | +3.44% | -11.01% | -15.84% | -23.04% |
| Wheat (WEAT) | +0.82% | +0.34% | -1.37% | -0.90% | -13.24% | -12.33% |
| Corn (CORN) | +0.80% | +0.43% | +1.44% | +1.86% | -3.84% | +0.75% |
| Agriculture (DBA) | +0.46% | -0.04% | +0.15% | -3.79% | -0.68% | +3.52% |
| Copper (CPER) | -0.46% | -0.43% | +1.93% | +12.81% | +27.74% | +24.24% |
| Industrial Metals (DBB) | -0.55% | -0.41% | -0.27% | +10.11% | +16.13% | +13.56% |
| Broad Commodities (DJP) | -0.55% | +0.00% | +3.47% | +8.49% | +17.86% | +20.64% |
| Gold (GLD) | -0.64% | -0.17% | +5.19% | +18.93% | +59.93% | +59.07% |
| Platinum (PPLT) | -1.12% | -1.89% | +4.29% | +16.88% | +80.25% | +72.62% |
| Energy (DBE) | -1.12% | -0.89% | -1.36% | -3.14% | +1.75% | +6.79% |
| WTI Crude Oil (USO) | -1.21% | -1.22% | -3.25% | -8.55% | -7.08% | -1.18% |
| Brent Crude Oil (BNO) | -1.23% | -1.17% | -2.50% | -7.30% | -3.74% | +0.21% |
| Natural Gas (UNG) | -1.64% | +1.56% | +12.91% | +17.06% | -11.01% | +7.78% |
| Gasoline (UGA) | -2.06% | -1.45% | +0.60% | -0.26% | +4.73% | +9.62% |
Cryptocurrency
Crypto assets rebounded strongly, with Solana (SOLZ) surging +11.72% to lead the complex. Bitcoin (IBIT) also posted solid gains, rising +6.54% as risk appetite returned to the digital asset space.
| Asset (Ticker) | 1-Day % Change | WTD | 1 Month | 3 Month | YTD | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (IBIT) | +6.54% | +0.23% | -17.06% | -17.95% | -2.60% | -5.16% |
| Multi-Coin (NCIQ) | +6.92% | -1.11% | -18.31% | -21.41% | ||
| Ethereum (ETHA) | +8.38% | -1.92% | -23.33% | -30.31% | -10.99% | -17.94% |
| Solana (SOLZ) | +11.72% | +1.42% | -27.00% | -35.04% |
What to Watch Today
Investors are digesting a surprising ADP employment report released this morning, which showed private sector employment falling by 32,000 jobs in November—a sharp miss compared to expectations for a 20,000 gain. This unexpected contraction suggests potential cracks in the labor market, which could influence Federal Reserve policy discussions later this month. Attention now turns to the ISM Services PMI data due later this morning, as market participants look for further clues on the health of the service economy.
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