Key Facts
- Stocks struggled for direction on Thursday as the euphoria from market tailwinds earlier in the week fizzled out, with traders looking to U.S. data for further catalysts.
- U.S. Treasury yields rose to a one-month high, driven by concerns over President Trump's policies that could add trillions to the U.S. debt.
- Investors are awaiting U.S. retail sales data and Walmart earnings, which are crucial for gauging consumer sentiment in the retail sector.
Key Stats at a Glance
10-year yield rise
1 month top
Dollar drop against yen
0.44%
Dollar drop against Swiss franc
0.3%