Day in review
Written Oct 13Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – Euro‑area inflation rose to 3.8 percent in September (flash) from 3.2 percent in August, the largest‑magnitude move reported for the day.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower, ending a three‑day winning streak, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 also finished down as chip‑stock weakness dragged the broader market to a 16‑month low. UnitedHealth Group reported third‑quarter revenue of $112.7 billion and earnings of $4.56 per share. Treasury yields fell, with the 30‑year yield at 5.56 percent (down 4 basis points) and the 10‑year at 5.21 percent (down 3 basis points); the 2‑year was 4.79 percent (down 1 bp) and the 3‑month at 4.26 percent (up 1 bp). The 2s10s spread measured 0.42 percentage points.
The European Central Bank’s deposit‑facility rate remained at 2.5 percent, unchanged since mid‑September, and the Bank of England’s Bank Rate held at 3.75 percent. The nominal broad U.S. dollar index stood at 121.6023, up 0.18 percent over the prior week.
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How the day unfolded
29 summaries generated that day- Pre-open outlook4:02 AM ET
Overnight, a chip rout pushed tech stocks such as SK Hynix, SoftBank and ASML lower, oil prices slipped on Russian diesel worries, and Visa secured a green light for bank cards in China (CNBC). The IMF noted a milder global slowdown offset by an AI boom, while warning resilience is nearing limits (CNBC Economy). Monday’s session ended with the Dow up roughly 200 points and the Nasdaq retreating as tech shares faltered (MarketWatch). Investors will focus on Wednesday’s U.S. CPI report for the next monetary‑policy cue.
- Midday check12:31 PM ET
The Dow jumps on strong Goldman Sachs earnings, while tech stocks are under pressure. Apple has released its HomeView smart‑home hub showcasing Siri AI, and Anthropic is set to disclose new revenue numbers as AI‑lab finances draw attention. Traders now look to Wednesday’s U.S. CPI inflation report for the next market cue.
- Closing wrap7:32 PM ET
The Dow ended lower, snapping a three‑day winning streak, as chip‑stock weakness pulled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq down. AI‑fatigue‑driven chip weakness persisted, marking a 16‑month low, while UnitedHealth Group posted Q3 revenue of $112.7 billion and earnings of $4.56 per share; investors will watch Wednesday’s U.S. CPI inflation report.
AI-generated as the day ran, from the data of each moment; corrections keep the original one click away. Informational only — not investment advice.
Headlines of the day
- 4:02 AM ETThe Fed wants to delay a rate hike. Will this week’s inflation data allow it? — MarketWatch
- 4:02 AM ETIMF sees milder global slowdown as AI boom offsets war hit — warns resilience is nearing limits — CNBC Economy
- 4:02 AM ETOil prices fall as traders assess Russian diesel supply prospects and Saudi-Houthi conflict — CNBC
- 4:02 AM ETDow finishes on nearly 200-point gain, but Nasdaq pulls back as tech struggles — MarketWatch
- 4:02 AM ETTech stocks slide as Wall Street chip rout spreads. SK Hynix, SoftBank and ASML slump — CNBC World
- 4:02 AM ETNvidia and AMD shares fall as new AI announcements fail to re-energize investors — MarketWatch
- 4:31 AM ETU.S. Treasury yields fall as energy prices pull back — CNBC
- 5:05 AM ETMicrosoft hits a big milestone that solidifies its revival — MarketWatch
- 5:31 AM ETIndia’s retail inflation jumps to 5.54% in September, above estimates — CNBC Economy
- 5:31 AM ETTrump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ collides with the problem of dwindling fuel supplies — MarketWatch
- 6:02 AM ETIMF warns bond yields could see a 'disorderly' spike as debt, inflation risks worsen — CNBC Economy
- 6:02 AM ETUnitedHealth Group tops estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs — CNBC
- 8:02 AM ETIran reportedly fortifies nuclear sites as it prepares for possible U.S. strikes after midterms — CNBC
- 8:02 AM ETJPMorgan earnings come up short of expectations: live coverage — MarketWatch
- 8:32 AM ETVisa gets Beijing's green light for bank card business after 40 years of working with China — CNBC
- 9:03 AM ETEconomic calendar: home sales and small-business optimism — MarketWatch
- 10:02 AM ETDow jumps on strong Goldman Sachs earnings; tech stocks under pressure — MarketWatch
- 10:32 AM ETWhy this little known Chinese chipmaker has caused a global stock rout — CNBC World
- 12:06 PM ETTrump's diesel deal with Russia equals less than two weeks of U.S. demand — CNBC World
- 12:31 PM ETPaul Tudor Jones is bullish on oil, says it could rally another $20-$25 because of Iran conflict — CNBC
- 12:31 PM ETBank earnings today: Here's who missed estimates and who beat them — MarketWatch
- 1:32 PM ETAI fatigue grips market, driving chip stocks to their worst stretch in 16 months — MarketWatch
- 2:31 PM ETThe latest inflation data is expected to show price increases are accelerating — CNBC Economy
- 2:31 PM ETJ&J's 6% slide on an imperfect quarter is a gift to prospective buyers — CNBC Earnings
- 3:32 PM ETMore Republicans come out against Trump's diesel deal with Putin — CNBC
- 4:01 PM ETWilliams says Fed may not have to hike rates in 2027, at odds with traders — CNBC
- 4:32 PM ETDow snaps 3-day win streak to end lower; chip selloff drags down S&P 500, Nasdaq — MarketWatch
- 5:01 PM ETAirport attacks put aviation in crosshairs of geopolitical conflicts — CNBC
- 5:32 PM ETChip stocks suffer worst stretch in 16 months as AI fatigue grips the market — MarketWatch
- 6:02 PM ETBank of America fined $1.2 billion over money-laundering violations — CNBC
- 6:02 PM ETStocks remain mostly lower in final hour of trading, weighed down by healthcare — MarketWatch
- 7:02 PM ET6% bond yields? It’s possible. Here’s how investors can prepare. — MarketWatch
Where the week stood at the close
Nasdaq Hits 16 Month Low
7:46 PM ETMonday saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average rise about 200 points while the Nasdaq 100 slipped, leaving the market mixed. Nvidia and AMD fell after new AI announcements failed to energize investors, Microsoft’s milestone reinforced its revival, Fed official Hammack warned that higher rates may be needed and Trump defended a Russia diesel deal. Tuesday the Dow ended lower, snapping a three‑day winning streak as chip‑stock weakness dragged the S&P 500 and Nasdaq down to a 16‑month low, and UnitedHealth reported Q3 revenue of $112.7 billion and earnings of $4.56 per share. According to the U.S. Treasury, the 10‑year yield was 5.21% and the 30‑year was 5.56% at Tuesday’s close. The week ahead features the U.S. CPI inflation report on Wednesday, followed by the U.S. PPI wholesale inflation and retail sales reports on Thursday.
AI-generated at that day's close, from the week's data to that point. Informational only — not investment advice.