Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street. Markets: The S & P 500 reversed lower Thursday afternoon on concerns about credit stress in the banking industry. The latest issue came up when regional bank Zions revealed plans late Wednesday to write off $50 million to cover two loans. Shares of Zions dropped nearly 12% on Thursday. In sympathy, Capital One , one of the nation's larges ...

As I write Wednesday afternoon, stocks are trying to find their footing during a volatile session – swinging between gains and losses as investors weigh upbeat earnings from Bank of America and Morgan Stanley against renewed U.S.-China trade tensions.For the most part, Wall Street has been willing to look past recent China/trade war jitters today – even though Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said this morning that the U.S. will set price floors across various industries to combat China’s market manipulatio ...

5 hours ago Oil Futures Lose Ground on Trade, Oversupply Concerns Stock Market News From Oct. 15, 2025: Dow Closes Flat Last Updated: CONCLUDED By Anthony Harrup, Dow Jones Newswires An early pick-up in crude futures is short-lived and prices are back in the red with concerns over U.S.-China trade tensions and excess supply keeping downward pressure. Increased OPEC+ output, the Gaza cease-fire reducing risk premium and the trade issues are weighing on prices, while upside from Ukrainian attacks on Russian f ...

The U.S. dollar was on the defensive early on Wednesday after comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell bolstered wagers on an interest rate cut this month. The greenback had lost ground to the safe-haven yen and Swiss franc on Tuesday as Washington and Beijing traded volleys in a simmering tariff spat. The euro had also gained on the dollar after the French government proposed suspending landmark pension reforms.The dollar index, which measures the U.S. currency against those three peers along with ...

It's Tuesday, October 14, 2025, just before market close. Below is your easy to follow summary of how the stock market moved during trading hours. At International Business Times, we monitor the S & P, the Nasdaq, cryptocurrencies, and fast-moving tech markets so you don't have to. Let's dive in.U.S. stocks closed mixed on Tuesday following a turbulent trading session dominated by renewed U.S.-China trade tensions and fresh warnings over elevated asset valuations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led gains, ...

Ah, the stock market. A bastion of rational exuberance, where calm, calculated decisions dictate the ebb and flow of global capital. Or, if you’ve been paying attention to the past few years, a highly sensitive barometer of one man’s pronouncements, particularly when those pronouncements involve tariffs, trade wars, and the occasional late-night Truth Social post. As of October 14, 2025, the market’s latest gyrations suggest we’re still very much on this rollercoaster, with President Donald Trump once again ...

A wave of leveraged long liquidations has exposed bitcoin’s (BTC) equity sensitivity, according to Wall Street bank Citigroup. The bank said worsening U.S.-China trade tensions triggered a sharp futures selloff on Friday that spilled into crypto, underscoring its volatility and correlation with equities. Both crypto and stock markets have since clawed back some losses, the report noted. The world's largest cryptocurrency was trading around $111,700 at publication time. A violent flash crash hit crypto m ...

Core Insights - JPMorgan Chase & Co. is a leading global financial services firm with a diverse range of products and services across four main segments: Consumer & Community Banking, Corporate & Investment Bank, Commercial Banking, and Asset & Wealth Management [1] - The consensus price target for JPMorgan has significantly increased from $270.75 to $338.67 over the past year, indicating growing optimism among analysts despite market volatility [2][6] - The upcoming earnings report from JPMorgan is expected to provide critical insights into the financial health of borrowers and the broader economic climate [5][6] Company Performance - JPMorgan's strong performance is reflected in its robust second-quarter results and well-covered dividends for both common and preferred shares, with the stock trading at approximately 15 times its anticipated earnings [4] - Some investors are selling common shares to explore other opportunities, while preferring preferred shares for their lower call risk and potential capital gains if interest rates decrease [4] Market Sentiment - Analyst Mike Mayo from Wells Fargo has set a contrasting price target of $150 for JPMorgan, highlighting differing views on the stock's potential [3][6] - Overall market sentiment towards JPMorgan remains positive, with the consensus price target reflecting optimism despite some dissenting opinions [2][6]

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to deliver a keynote speech on the U.S. economic outlook and monetary policy at the National Association for Business Economics (NABE) annual meeting in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The speech, titled “Economic Outlook and Monetary Policy,” comes at a volatile time for global markets reeling from renewed U.S.–China trade tensions and sharp corrections in digital assets. Powell’s remarks could influence expectations around interest rate cuts and broader monetary poli ...

USA Rare Earth (USAR) is caught in the middle of U.S.-China trade tensions, and shares are majorly benefitting. USAR stock is trading at new all-time highs. Shares are up more than 270% over the past year and 375% in the past six months. The stock has a 100% technical “Buy” opinion from Barchart and a “Strong Buy” consensus rating from analysts. Today’s Featured Stock USA Rare Earth (USAR), valued at $3.7 billion, is working to create a U.S. supply chain for rare earth minerals and magnets. It h ...