Stocks Are Falling as Bank Earnings Roll In

Market Overview - Stocks experienced a decline on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 14 points, indicating a nearly flat performance. The S&P 500 decreased by 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite fell by 0.7% [1] Oil and Commodities - WTI crude oil futures increased by 0.9%, reaching $61.71, as market participants remained focused on the geopolitical situation in Iran [1] - The price of gold rose by 1%, while silver saw a significant increase of 6.5%, driven by a wave of speculative enthusiasm [1]