Focus returns to earnings as Walmart and Deere report before the bell. Both stocks had strong starts in 2026. Investors also brace for critical PCE and GDP data due early tomorrow.

Stocks are in “risk off” mode with oil prices & the VIX is moving higher as middle east tension weighs on investor sentiment.

After three positive days, caution prevailed and tech fell. Crude climbed on tension with Iran and Walmart's guidance was conservative. Jobless claims fell and PCE looms Friday.

Soybeans continue their strong year despite trading down 5 cents Wednesday afternoon.

Municipal bonds have posted strong performance so far this year, despite a news cycle that has many investors questioning the path forward. Here are answers to some of the top questions.

Fed minutes might provide insight on rate policy after Palo Alto Networks' results Tuesday failed to cheer tech traders. Caution remains elevated as rallies can't find traction.

AI has evolved from concentrated innovation to increased adoption across industries, which has led to a considerable (and somewhat swift) shift in stock market leadership.

This week features GDP and PCE prices Friday after Walmart reports Thursday. Volatility is up after another poor showing from major indexes last week amid AI-related shakiness.

Most of the major indices are on track for weekly losses as rising concerns around AI disruption dampen investor sentiment.