The Day Ahead North America

Wall Street futures and global markets are under pressure as oil prices surge toward $100/barrel amid escalating Middle East conflict. Investors are closely monitoring Fed speakers and upcoming jobless claims for signs of economic resilience.

Key Takeaways

• 1.U.S. markets closed lower as escalating Middle East tensions and rising oil prices (WTI at $96.15) fueled global inflation fears.
• 2.Treasury yields are rising significantly (10-year at 4.49%) as investors anticipate sustained high interest rates due to energy-driven inflation.
• 3.The Japanese Yen has hit the critical 160 level against the USD, heightening the risk of further intervention by Japanese authorities.

Table of Contents

• MARKET RECAP at 4 pm ET
• Coming Up
• KEY ECONOMIC EVENTS
• THE DAY AHEAD
• KEY RESULTS
• Market Monitor
• Top News
• Insight and Analysis
• CANADA
• WEALTH NEWS

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