Alcoa Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products in the United States, Spain, Australia, Iceland, Norway, Brazil, Canada, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Alumina and Aluminum. It engages in bauxite mining operations; and processes bauxite into alumina and sells it to customers who process it into industrial chemical products, as well as aluminum smelting and casting businesses. The company offers primary aluminum in the form of alloy ingot or value-add ingot to customers that produce products for the transportation, building and construction, packaging, wire, and other industrial markets; and flat-rolled aluminum in the form of sheet, which is sold primarily to customers that produce beverage and food cans. In addition, it owns hydro power plants that generates and sells electricity in the wholesale market to traders, large industrial consumers, distribution companies, and other generation companies. The company was formerly known as Alcoa Upstream Corporation and changed its name to Alcoa Corporation in October 2016. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Компания Alcoa Corporation демонстрирует смешанную фундаментальную картину. С одной стороны, мультипликаторы, такие как P/E и P/S, показывают недооцененность по сравнению с конкурентами, что может быть позитивным фактором для потенциальных инвесторов. Однако, P/B и P/FCF указывают на возможную переоцененность, что вызывает некоторые опасения. Эффективность компании, измеряемая ROE и ROA, значительно выше медианных значений по отрасли, что свидетельствует о высоком качестве управления и способностях к генерации прибыли. Тем не менее, низкие значения операционных и валовых маржей указывают на проблемы с рентабельностью. Долговая нагрузка, хотя и относительно стабильная, всё же выше медианы, что добавляет риски. Наконец, стабильный рост выручки и чистой прибыли на протяжении последних лет является позитивным знаком, однако снижение EBITDA и отсутствие дивидендов вызывают вопросы о долгосрочной устойчивости. В целом, компания выглядит многообещающе, но требует внимания к своим операционным показателям и долговой нагрузке.

Alcoa Corporation

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Pittsburgh-based Alcoa has been investing in a gallium recovery plant in Western Australia.
Teck Resources is looking to benefit from processing minerals at its Trail plant in British Columbia.
Both stocks are up more than 70% over the past year and they have potential to move still higher.
China controls roughly 99% of the world's primary low-purity gallium production and has put limits on its export since 2023. The metal, crucial for high-end semiconductors, is mainly a byproduct of aluminum (bauxite) and zinc refining. While raw bauxite isn't hard to come by outside of China, there are few places outside of that country that have invested in the expensive process to extract gallium.
This month, prices for gallium are roughly $2,269 per kilogram -- a 141% increase since the start of 2025. This has been compounded by conflict in the Middle East, which disrupted aluminum production (and thus gallium recovery) in places such as Qatar. That has led companies and governments to seek other sources of the metal.
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Two mining stocks that could benefit from that trend are Alcoa (NYSE: AA) and Teck Resources (NYSE: TECK). Here are reasons to buy each stock.
Alcoa benefits from shifting global supply chains
The need to source aluminum and gallium outside China means that companies are willing to pay a premium for Alcoa's products. Unlike many of its competitors, Alcoa has a vertically integrated supply chain in so-called "safe" locations. It has access to bauxite reserves at seven global mines in Australia, Brazil, Guinea, and Saudi Arabia. The company has seven refineries, six of which are located near key markets on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.
The Pittsburgh company received $200 million from the Australian government in November, alongside U.S. and Japanese government equity support, for a gallium recovery plant at Alcoa's Wagerup alumina refinery in Western Australia. The project, being worked on with the Sojitz Corporation of Japan, aims to achieve annual gallium production of 100 million tons.
Improved financial health
In the first quarter, Alcoa reported revenue of $3.19 billion, down 7% sequentially. But earnings per share (EPS) doubled over the fourth quarter of 2025, to $1.60. The improvement in profitability is mainly due to the average realized price of aluminum increasing by 12.2% to $4.2 billion per U.S. metric tonne, as the London Metal Exchange price and regional premiums spiked amid Middle East shipping disruptions.
The company is aggressively using its $1.4 billion in cash to improve its financial health. It recently issued a notice to redeem $219 million of high-interest senior notes due in 2028, reducing its debt burden.
The stock is priced right
Alcoa shares trade at slightly more than 9 times forward earnings, a competitive valuation compared to its peers.
The successful restart of Alcoa's San Ciprián smelter in Spain is expected to add significant volume to the aluminum segment. Management said it expects the move to contribute an additional $55 million in earnings in the second quarter alone, driven by increased shipments and lower per-unit costs.
Teck is positioning itself to benefit from the gallium push
Canadian mining company Teck Holdings isn't a gallium producer, but it's positioning itself to own the gallium processing infrastructure that Western governments are currently subsidizing to bypass Chinese supply chains. This toll-booth model for critical minerals reduces Teck's direct mining risk while keeping it at the center of the North American semiconductor supply chain.
The company just sold its Apex germanium, gallium, and copper mine in Utah to Blue Moon Metals (NASDAQ: BMM) while retaining an 8% stake in Blue Moon. Instead, Teck will receive a 0.5% net smelter returns royalty on the property and a capped royalty of $1 million. Blue Moon will process its zinc concentrates, including gallium, at Teck's Trail operations in British Columbia.
Teck is growing revenue and EPS
In 2025, Teck reported revenue of $10.8 billion, up 18.6%, and EPS of $2.84, compared to an EPS loss of $0.90 in 2024. It is in the process of merging with Anglo American, with the new company to be called Anglo Teck. The new company plans to focus on three goals: Keeping mines open longer, expanding processing capacity, and identifying additional copper projects. Teck said the merger, if approved, should deliver annual pre-tax synergies of about $800 million.
In the right place at the right time
China's control over critical minerals has increased their prices. That, in turn, works in favor of companies such as Alcoa and Teck, as it makes it more profitable, in some cases with governmental support, to mine and process critical minerals like copper and gallium.
Both stocks have seen their shares jump more than 70% over the past year as investors realize they are financially healthy and poised to get even healthier.
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Otis Worldwide Corporation OTIS reported mixed first-quarter 2026 results, wherein earnings missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate and declined year over year. Meanwhile, net sales surpassed the same and increased from the prior year's reported figure.
Otis Worldwide’s first-quarter results reflected broad-based momentum in Service, led by repair activity, alongside solid order and backlog improvement in the modernization business. The company has emphasized actions around operational execution, pricing and cost efficiency as it works to monetize investments and improve margin performance in the coming quarters.
However, management attributed the margin pressure to tariff impacts relative to the prior year, continued Service investments that began in the second quarter of last year and accelerated this year, and shipment delays tied to geopolitical disruption in the Middle East.
Inside OTIS’ Q1 Headlines
OTIS reported earnings per share (EPS) of 89 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 91 cents by 2.2%. In the year-ago quarter, it had reported an adjusted EPS of 92 cents.
Net sales of $3.57 billion surpassed the consensus mark of $3.5 billion by 2% and increased 6.4% on a year-over-year basis. Organically, net sales were up 1% year over year. Favorable foreign exchange movement supported sales growth by 5%. A standout in the quarter was repair, with net sales up 16% at actual currency and organic repair sales up about 10%.
Adjusted operating margin contracted 130 basis points year over year to 15.4%, reflecting weaker segment performance, partially offset by a favorable segment mix. Our model predicted the adjusted operating margin to decrease 70 bps (basis points) year over year to 16%.
Segment Details of OTIS
Service: The net sales of this segment increased 11% year over year to $2.42 billion. A 5% rise in organic sales was accompanied by a 5% favorable foreign exchange movement. Organic maintenance and repair sales increased 4%, and organic modernization sales rose 6% from the year-ago quarter. Our model estimated organic sales for the segment to grow 10.2%. The Modernization backlog at constant currency increased 30% year over year.
Segment operating margin contracted 160 bps year over year to 23% due to higher volume and favorable pricing, which were more than offset by higher labor and material costs, investments and mix effects.
New Equipment: This segment’s net sales of $1.15 billion fell 1% from the prior-year period. Organic sales declined 5%. Our model predicted organic sales for the New Equipment segment to decrease 5%.
New Equipment orders rose 1% at constant currency, with more than 20% strength in the Americas and low single-digit growth in EMEA, partially offset by more than 20% decline in the Asia Pacific and a low teens decline in China. The segment’s backlog increased 6% at actual currency and 3% at constant currency, providing some support for future revenue conversion despite near-term delivery challenges.
Segment operating margin contracted 240 bps year over year to 3.3%. The downtrend was due to the impacts of lower volume, unfavorable price, and mix, which was partially offset by productivity tailwinds.
Financial Position of OTIS
Otis Worldwide had cash and cash equivalents of $834 million as of March 31, 2026, down from $1.1 billion reported at 2025-end. Long-term debt decreased to $6.88 billion as of March 31, 2026, from $6.9 billion at the end of 2025.
Net cash flows provided by operating activities were $413 million as of March 31, 2026, up from $190 million a year ago.
Adjusted free cash flow (FCF) totaled $272 million as of March 31, 2026, up from $186 million a year ago.
OTIS Revises 2026 Guidance
The company expects net sales in the range of $15.1-$15.3 billion (up from the prior outlook of $15-$15.3 billion), implying approximately 4.6%-6% year-over-year growth. Organic sales growth is still projected in the low- to mid-single-digit range.
Organic New Equipment sales are now expected to range from low single digits to flat (previously projected as flat to low single digits), while Organic Service sales are still anticipated to grow in the mid- to high-single-digit range.
Adjusted operating profit is projected at $2.5 billion (down from the prior range of $2.5-$2.6 billion), now reflecting an increase of $20-$60 million at constant currency and $60-$100 million at actual currency.
Adjusted earnings are forecast at $4.20-$4.24 per share, while adjusted free cash flow is expected to be between $1.6 billion and $1.65 billion (compared with the earlier outlook of $1.6-$1.7 billion).
OTIS' Zacks Rank & Key Picks
Otis Worldwide currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
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DXP Enterprises, Inc. DXPE flaunts a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.6%, on average. DXPE stock has climbed 37% in the past six months. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DXP Enterprise’s fiscal 2026 sales and EPS indicates growth of 10.1% and 14.4%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.
Astec Industries, Inc. ASTE flaunts a Zacks Rank of 1 at present. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 23.8%, on average. ASTE stock has gained 19.2% in the past six months.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Astec’s 2026 sales and EPS indicates growth of 13% and 13.5%, respectively, from the prior-year levels.
Alcoa Corporation AA presently sports a Zacks Rank #1. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 67.3%, on average. AA stock has jumped 64.2% in the past six months.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Alcoa’s 2026 sales and EPS indicates growth of 17.6% and 103.2%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.
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President Trump also made comments today, suggesting he is not supportive of a merger between United and American.
Oil prices also rose as it became unclear whether U.S. and Iranian delegates would meet in Islamabad for a new round of negotiations.
Last week, Reuters, citing anonymous sources, reported that United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL) CEO Scott Kirby had presented a potential merger with American Airlines (NYSE: AA) to President Donald Trump at a late-February meeting.
Rumors of the deal, which would have created the largest global airline by capacity, sent American Airlines' stock surging higher.
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But yesterday, American Airlines CEO shot down these reports, with a spokesperson issuing a statement that said, "American Airlines is not engaged with or interested in any discussions regarding a merger with United Airlines."
That sent the stock lower, as investors believed that such a deal would have made American Airlines the acquisition target, given its lower market cap, leading to a premium offer on the current stock price.
Today, American Airlines stock is once again in the red, down roughly 3.3% in the final hour of trading. Here are two other factors dragging down the stock today.
Trump shuts the door on potential merger
American issuing a statement yesterday was reason enough to believe that a tie-up between the two airlines wasn't going to happen. Still, not all investors fully take companies at their word, so there might have been some holding out hope that a merger could still materialize down the line.
Trump seemed to close the door on this idea, saying, "But with American it's doing fine, and United is doing very well. ​I know the United people, they're doing very well. I don't like having them merge."
That statement alone might have sent any investors hopeful for a deal exiting the stock. The potential for a deal also drew criticism from a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators, so obtaining regulatory approval may have been difficult, if it was ever considered in the first place.
Another factor impacting American Airlines -- and much of the broader market -- is renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran, which have driven oil futures prices higher.
As of early afternoon, U.S. Vice President JD Vance had not yet left for Islamabad, Pakistan, to attend a new round of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran aimed at reaching a longer-term agreement that would end the war.
The U.S. and Iran previously entered a two-week ceasefire, which is slated to expire tomorrow, on April 22. However, the ceasefire has been fragile, with both the U.S. and Iran claiming the other violated the short-term agreement.
If the ceasefire is not extended or a longer-term agreement is not reached, oil prices are likely to soar again, further pressuring airline stocks like American Airlines, which have seen jet fuel prices surge.
Higher jet fuel prices will likely raise travel costs, potentially stunting consumer demand that had been shaping up nicely for the airline sector. Already, American, along with other major airlines, has increased fees for checked bags.
American Airlines is expected to report its 2026 first-quarter earnings on Thursday, which will provide investors with more details on pricing pressures seen in March and on management's view of the environment moving forward.
A lot can happen between now and then, so I expect the stock to be volatile this week.
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3M Company MMM reported first-quarter 2026 results, wherein earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate while revenues missed the same.
It’s worth noting that in April 2024, the company completed the spin-off of its Healthcare business into a separate public company.
Inside MMM’s Headlines
3M delivered adjusted earnings of $2.14 per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.02 by 5.9%. The bottom line increased 14% year over year.
The company reported net revenues of $6.03 billion in the quarter. The metric increased 1.3% year over year. However, organic sales decreased 1.4%. Foreign currency translation had a positive impact of 2.8% while acquisitions/divestitures had a negative impact of 0.1%.
MMM’s adjusted revenues of $6 billion missed the consensus estimate of $6.02 billion by 0.3%. On an adjusted basis, organic revenues increased 1.2% year over year. The results were supported by strength in general industrial, safety and electronics end markets.
Region-wise, adjusted organic sales in the Americas rose 0.1% year over year, other Asia adjusted organic sales increased 4.6% and China adjusted organic sales increased 4%. Adjusted organic sales from businesses in Europe, the Middle East and Africa decreased 0.7%.
3M’s Q1 Segmental Results
Revenues from Safety and Industrial totaled $2.93 billion, up 6.8% year over year, driven by strength in safety, industrial adhesives and tapes, abrasives and electrical markets. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $2.90 billion. Organic revenues increased 3.2% and foreign currency translation had a positive impact of 3.6%.
Revenues from Transportation & Electronics totaled $1.85 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 1.8%. The consensus estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $1.87 billion. However, the segment’s organic sales decreased 0.3%. Foreign currency translation had a 2.4% favorable impact, while divestiture had an adverse impact of 0.3% on revenues.
Revenues from the Consumer segment increased 0.6% year over year to $1.13 billion. The consensus estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $1.14 billion. Organic sales decreased 1.3% while movements in foreign currencies had a positive impact of 1.9%.
3M Company Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
MMM’s Margin Profile
3M’s cost of sales increased 2.8% year over year to $3.57 billion. Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased 21.3% to $744 million. Research, development and related expenses increased 8.1% year over year to $308 million.
In the first quarter, 3M reported an operating income of $1.40 billion, up 12.1% from the year-ago period. The operating margin expanded to 23.2% from 20.9%, driven by lower operating expenses.
MMM’s adjusted operating income increased 6.4% year over year to $1.39 billion. The adjusted operating margin was 23.6% compared with 23% in the year-ago quarter. The adjusted tax rate was 17.5% compared with 20.9% in the year-ago quarter.
3M’s Balance Sheet & Cash Flow
Exiting the first three months of 2026, 3M had cash and cash equivalents of $3.73 billion compared with $5.24 billion at the end of December 2025. Long-term debt was $10.91 billion at the end of the quarter compared with $10.93 billion at the end of December 2025.
3M generated a net cash of $574 million in operating activities compared with $79 million cash used in the year-ago quarter. Capital used for purchasing property, plant and equipment decreased 4.7% to $225 million.
Adjusted free cash flow at the end of the quarter was $541 million, up 10.6% year over year. Adjusted free cash flow conversion was 47% in the quarter.
In the first three months of 2026, 3M rewarded its shareholders with $2.41 billion in share repurchases and dividend payments.
MMM’s 2026 Guidance
For 2026, MMM expects adjusted earnings to be in the range of $8.50-$8.70 per share. The midpoint of the guided range is about $8.60, which reflects an increase from earnings of $8.06 per share reported in 2025.
Adjusted organic revenue growth is projected to be about 3%. The company expects the adjusted free cash flow conversion rate to be more than 100%.
MMM’s Zacks Rank
The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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Alcoa Corporation AA presently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Alcoa’s earnings surpassed the consensus estimate in three of the trailing four quarters, while missing the mark in one. The average earnings surprise was 35.3%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for AA’s 2026 earnings has increased 42.8%.
Nordson Corporation NDSN currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Nordson’s earnings topped the consensus estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average earnings surprise was 2.5%.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Nordson’s fiscal 2026 (ending October 2026) earnings has increased 1.8%.
EnerSys ENS currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. ENS’ earnings topped the consensus estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average earnings surprise was 4.6%.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for EnerSys’ fiscal 2026 (ended March 2026) earnings has increased 0.3%.
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3M's Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Safety & Industrial Sales Increase Y/Y

Danaher Corporation’s DHR first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.06 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.95. The bottom line increased 9.6% year over year.
Danaher reported net sales of $5.95 billion, which missed the consensus estimate of $5.99 billion. However, the metric increased 3.5% year over year. The quarter reflected continued strength in the bioprocessing business and better-than-expected performance in the Life Sciences segment.
DHR’s core sales increased 0.5% year over year in the quarter. Foreign-currency translations had a positive impact of 3%.
DHR’s Q1 Segmental Discussion
Revenues from the Life Sciences segment totaled $1.74 billion, up 3.5% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $1.73 billion. Core sales increased 0.5% year over year. Foreign-currency translations had a positive impact of 3%. Operating profit was $225 million compared with $205 million reported in the year-ago quarter.
Revenues from the Diagnostics segment totaled $2.42 billion, down 1.5% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $2.47 billion. Core sales declined 4.0% while foreign currency had a positive impact of 2.5% on sales. Operating profit was $674 million, down 6.1% on a year-over-year basis.
Revenues from the Biotechnology segment totaled $1.80 billion, up 11.5% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment’s revenues was pegged at $1.79 billion. Core sales increased 7% year over year and foreign-currency translations had a positive impact of 4.5%. Operating profit was $534 million, up 21.1% year over year.
Danaher Corporation Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Danaher’s Margin Profile
In the first quarter, Danaher’s cost of sales increased 5.8% year over year to $2.36 billion. Gross profit of $3.59 billion increased 2.3% year over year. The gross margin was 60.3% compared with 61.2% in the year-ago quarter.
Selling, general and administrative expenses were flat at $1.86 billion. Research and development expenses were $387 million, up 2.1% year over year.
Danaher’s operating profit increased 5.5% year over year to $1.34 billion. Operating margin increased to 22.6% from 22.2% in the year-ago quarter.
DHR’s Q1 Balance Sheet & Cash Flow
Exiting the first quarter, DHR had cash and equivalents of $5.70 billion compared with $4.62 billion at 2025-end. Long-term debt was $17.5 billion at the end of the quarter compared with $18.4 billion at the end of December 2025.
Danaher generated net cash of $1.32 billion from operating activities in the first three months of 2026 compared with $1.30 billion in the previous year’s comparable period. Capital expenditures totaled $237 million in the same period, down 3.3% year over year. Adjusted free cash flow increased 2.4% year over year to $1.09 billion in the first three months of 2026.
In the same period, DHR paid out dividends of $226 million, up 16.5% on a year-over-year basis.
Danaher Raises 2026 EPS View
For the second quarter of 2026, Danaher expects adjusted core sales to increase in the low single digits on a year-over-year basis.
The metric is anticipated to increase 3-6% on a year-over-year basis in 2026. The company expects adjusted earnings to be $8.35-$8.55 per share compared with $8.35-$8.50 expected earlier.
Masimo Deal in Focus
In February 2026, Danaher inked a deal to acquire Masimo Corp. for $9.9 billion. The addition of Masimo’s advanced sensor technology and AI-enabled monitoring will enable DHR to enhance its diagnostics portfolio. The acquired company will operate as a standalone company within Danaher’s Diagnostics segment, alongside Radiometer, Leica Biosystems, Cepheid and Beckman Coulter Diagnostics. Subject to customary closing conditions, the acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
DHR’s Zacks Rank
The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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Alcoa Corporation AA presently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Alcoa’s earnings surpassed the consensus estimate in three of the trailing four quarters, while missing the mark in one. The average earnings surprise was 35.3%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for AA’s 2026 earnings has increased 42.8%.
Nordson Corporation NDSN currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Nordson’s earnings topped the consensus estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average earnings surprise was 2.5%.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Nordson’s fiscal 2026 (ending October 2026) earnings has increased 1.8%.
EnerSys ENS currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. ENS’ earnings topped the consensus estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average earnings surprise was 4.6%.
In the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for EnerSys’ fiscal 2026 (ended March 2026) earnings has increased 0.3%.
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Danaher Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Life Sciences Sales Up Y/Y

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Friday closed up +1.20%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +1.79%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +1.29%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) rose +1.20%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) rose +1.28%.
Stock indexes settled sharply higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new all-time highs and the Dow Jones Industrials posting a 7-week high. Stocks rallied on Friday amid mounting speculation that a deal to end the US-Iran war is near, sparking risk-on sentiment in asset markets. Crude prices sank more than -11% after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now "completely open" for commercial shipping, a major step toward ending the war with the US and Israel. The plunge in crude oil prices eased inflation concerns and knocked the 10-year T-note yield down -7 bp to 4.24%. Also, optimism about artificial intelligence and robust earnings have added to stock market momentum.
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Stocks also found support on Friday after Axios reported that the US and Iran are negotiating over a plan to end the war, with one element under discussion being that the US would release $20 billion in frozen Iranian assets in return for Iran giving up its stockpile of enriched uranium. Talks between the US and Iran are expected to continue in Pakistan on Sunday or Monday.
President Trump on Thursday claimed that Iran made key concessions in an ongoing negotiation to end the seven-week war. Mr. Trump said, “They’ve agreed to almost everything, and they've got to get to the table with a pen.” Mr. Trump said he ‘’might” travel to Pakistan if a deal with Iran is clinched. The prospects for a formal peace agreement also solidified when Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire on Thursday, and the truce appears to be holding today.
WTI crude oil prices (CLK26) fell more than -11% on Friday to a 5-week low after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial shipping, which could pave the way for a deal to end the war. President Trump said the US naval blockade in the strait "will remain in full force" until a deal is fully agreed. On Monday, the US vowed to blockade all vessels passing through the strait that call at Iranian ports or are headed there. The blockade could exacerbate global oil and fuel shortages, as about a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas transits through the strait. Iran has been able to export crude oil during the war, exporting about 1.7 million bpd in March.
Comments on Friday from San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly signal that she favors keeping Fed policy steady, noting that the oil shock in the US is stronger on the inflation side than on growth, and that leaving policy unchanged would still restrain inflation.
Earnings season started strong this week, with 81% of the 48 S&P 500 companies that reported Q1 earnings beating estimates. Q1 S&P 500 earnings projected to climb +12% y/y, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. Stripping out the technology sector, Q1 earnings are projected to increase around +3%, the weakest in two years.
The markets are discounting a 1% chance for a +25 bp FOMC rate hike at the April 28-29 policy meeting.
Overseas stock markets on Friday settled mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a 7-week high and closed up +2.10%. China's Shanghai Composite fell from a 4-week high and closed down -0.10%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.71%.
Interest Rates
June 10-year T-notes (ZNM6) on Friday closed up +16 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield fell -6.7 bp to 4.244%. June T-notes rallied to a 1-month high on Friday, and the 10-year T-note yield fell to a 1-month low of 4.224%. Friday’s -11% plunge in WTI crude oil prices to a 5-week low lowered inflation expectations and boosted T-note prices. The 10-year breakeven inflation rate fell to a 1-week low of 2.346% on Friday.
European government bond yields moved lower on Friday. The 10-year German bund yield fell to a 1-week low of 2.945% and finished down -7.2 bp to 2.960%. The 10-year UK gilt yield dropped to a 1-week low of 4.725% and finished down -8.5 bp to 4.762%.
ECB President Christine Lagarde said, "Risks to the price outlook are tilted to the upside, especially in the near term, while the medium-term implications will depend on the intensity and duration of the war."
ECB Governing Council member Madis Muller said the ECB needs to stay "vigilant" to potential inflation risks from the Iran war, but "we don't have much hard evidence of second-round effects, so it's difficult to argue that there's an obvious case to raise rates."
ECB Governing Council member Alexander Demarco said, "Given higher uncertainty at the moment, June is a better moment than April" to decide whether an ECB interest rate response to the Iran war is necessary.
Swaps are discounting a 9% chance of a +25 bp ECB rate hike at its next policy meeting on April 30.
US Stock Movers
Airline stocks and cruise line operators rallied sharply on Friday as WTI crude prices plunged by more than -11%, which reduces fuel costs and boosts company profits. Alaska Air Group (ALK) closed up more than +10%, and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL) closed up more than 7% to lead gainers in the S&P 500. Also, United Airlines Holdings (UAL) and Carnival (CCL) closed up more than +7%, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) closed up more than +5%. In addition, Southwest Airlines (LUV) and American Airlines Group (AAL) closed up more than +4%, and Delta Air Lines (DAL) closed up more than +2%.
The Magnificent Seven technology stocks moved higher on Friday, a supportive factor for the overall market. Tesla (TSLA) closed up more than +3%, and Apple (AAPL) closed up more than +2%. Also, Alphabet (GOOGL), Nvidia (NVDA), and Meta Platforms (META) closed up more than +1%. In addition, Microsoft (MSFT) closed up +0.60%, and Amazon.com (AMZN) closed up +0.34%.
Chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks moved higher on Friday to provide support to the broader market. Analog Devices (ADI) and Marvell Technology (MRVL) closed up more than +4%, and ASML Holding NV (ASML), Seagate Technology Holdings Plc (STX), and KLA Corp (KLAC) closed up more than +3%. Also, Western Digital (WDC), Microchip Technology (MCHP), ARM Holdings Plc (ARM), Lam Research (LRCX), and Texas Instruments (TXN) closed up more than +2%.
Cryptocurrency-exposed stocks moved higher on Friday as Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) rose more than +3% to a 2.5-month high. Strategy (MSTR) closed up more than +11% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100. Also, Riot Platforms (RIOT) closed up more than +7%, and Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY) closed up more than +6%. In addition, Coinbase Global (COIN) closed up more than +3%, and MARA Holdings (MARA) closed up more than +1%.
Energy stocks and service providers tumbled on Friday as WTI crude oil fell more than -11% to a 5-week low. Valero Energy (VLO) closed down more than -7%, and APA Corp (APA). Occidental Petroleum (OXY) and Marathon Petroleum (MPC) closed down more than -5%. Also, ConocoPhillips (COP) and Phillips 66 (PSX) closed down more than -4%, and Diamondback Energy (FANG), Devon Energy (DVN), and Exxon Mobil (XOM) closed down more than -3%. In addition, Halliburton (HAL) closed down more than -2%, and Chevron (CVX) closed down more than -2% to lead losers in the Dow Jones Industrials.
Onto Innovation (ONTO) closed up more than +8% after Stifel upgraded the stock to buy from hold with a price target of $350.
Ally Financial (ALLY) closed up more than +7% after reporting Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.11, better than the consensus of 93 cents.
Autoliv (ALV) closed up more than +6% after reporting Q1 sales of $2.75 billion, above the consensus of $2.61 billion.
Woodward Inc. (WWD) closed up more than +5% after RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage on the stock with a recommendation of outperform and a price target of $450.
Netflix (NFLX) closed down more than -9% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100 after forecasting Q2 revenue of $12.57 billion, below the consensus of $12.64 billion.
Albemarle (ALB) closed down more than -8% after Baird downgraded the stock to neutral from outperform.
Alcoa (AA) closed down more than -7% after reporting Q1 sales of $3.19 billion, weaker than the consensus of $3.27 billion.
Earnings Reports(4/20/2026)
AGNC Investment Corp (AGNC), Alaska Air Group Inc (ALK), BOK Financial Corp (BOKF), Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (CLF), Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD), Wintrust Financial Corp (WTFC), Zions Bancorp NA (ZION).
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Stocks Soar on Middle East Peace Prospects

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +1.28%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +2.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +1.326%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) are up +1.35%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) are up +1.38%.
Stock indexes are pushing higher today, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new all-time highs and the Dow Jones Industrials posting a 7-week high. Stocks are rallying today on mounting speculation that a deal to end the US-Iran war is near, sparking risk-on sentiment in asset markets. Crude prices are down more than -13% after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now "completely open" for commercial shipping, a major step toward ending the war with the US and Israel. The plunge in crude oil prices eased inflation concerns and knocked the 10-year T-note yield down -8 bp to 4.23%. Also, optimism about artificial intelligence and robust earnings have added to stock market momentum.
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Stocks also found support today after Axios reported that the US and Iran are negotiating over a plan to end the war, with one element under discussion being that the US would release $20 billion in frozen Iranian assets in return for Iran giving up its stockpile of enriched uranium. Talks between the US and Iran are expected to continue in Pakistan on Sunday.
President Trump on Thursday claimed that Iran made key concessions in an ongoing negotiation to end the seven-week war. Mr. Trump said, “They’ve agreed to almost everything, and they've got to get to the table with a pen.” Mr. Trump said he ‘’might” travel to Pakistan if a deal with Iran is clinched. The prospects for a formal peace agreement also solidified when Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire on Thursday, and the truce appears to be holding today.
WTI crude oil prices (CLK26) are down more than -13% today to a 5-week low after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial shipping, which could pave the way for a deal to end the war. President Trump said the US naval blockade in the strait "will remain in full force" until a deal is fully agreed. On Monday, the US vowed to blockade all vessels passing through the strait that call at Iranian ports or are headed there. The blockade could exacerbate global oil and fuel shortages, as about a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas transits through the strait. Iran has been able to export crude oil during the war, exporting about 1.7 million bpd in March.
Earnings season began this week, with Q1 S&P 500 earnings projected to climb +12% y/y, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. Stripping out the technology sector, Q1 earnings are projected to increase around +3%, the weakest in two years.
The markets are discounting a 1% chance for a +25 bp FOMC rate hike at the April 28-29 policy meeting.
Overseas stock markets today are mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a 7-week high and is up +2.20%. China's Shanghai Composite fell from a 4-week high and closed down -0.10%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.71%.
Interest Rates
June 10-year T-notes (ZNM6) today are up +18 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is down -8.3 bp to 4.228%. June T-notes rallied to a 1-month high today, and the 10-year T-note yield fell to a 1-month low of 4.226%. Today’s -13% plunge in WTI crude oil prices to a 5-week low has lowered inflation expectations and boosted T-note prices.
European government bond yields are moving lower today. The 10-year German bund yield fell to a 1-week low of 2.945% and is down -8.4 bp to 2.483%. The 10-year UK gilt yield dropped to a 1-week low of 4.727% and is down -11.8 bp to 4.729%.
ECB President Christine Lagarde said, "Risks to the price outlook are tilted to the upside, especially in the near term, while the medium-term implications will depend on the intensity and duration of the war."
ECB Governing Council member Madis Muller said the ECB needs to stay "vigilant" to potential inflation risks from the Iran war, but "we don't have much hard evidence of second-round effects, so it's difficult to argue that there's an obvious case to raise rates."
ECB Governing Council member Alexander Demarco said, "Given higher uncertainty at the moment, June is a better moment than April" to decide whether an ECB interest rate response to the Iran war is necessary.
Swaps are discounting an 8% chance of a +25 bp ECB rate hike at its next policy meeting on April 30.
US Stock Movers
Airline stocks and cruise line operators are soaring today as WTI crude prices plunged by more than -13%, reducing fuel costs and boosting company profits. Alaska Air Group (ALK) is up more than +14%, and United Airlines Holdings (UAL) is up more than 11% to lead gainers in the S&P 500. Also, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL), Carnival (CCL), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), and Southwest Airlines (LUV) are up more than +10%. In addition, American Airlines Group (AAL) is up more than +8%, and Delta Air Lines (DAL) is up more than +6%.
The Magnificent Seven technology stocks are pushing higher today, a supportive factor for the overall market. Tesla (TSLA) is up more than +4%, and Apple (AAPL) is up more than +3%. Also, Microsoft (MSFT) is up more than +2%, and Nvidia (NVDA), Amazon.com (AMZN), and Meta Platforms (META) are up more than +1%. In addition,Alphabet (GOOGL) is up +0.24%.
Chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks are moving higher today to provide support to the broader market. Analog Devices (ADI) is up more than +4%, and ASML Holding NV (ASML) is up more than +3%. Also, Marvell Technology (MRVL), Western Digital (WDC), Seagate Technology Holdings Plc (STX), Microchip Technology (MCHP), Lam Research (LRCX), KLA Corp (KLAC), and Texas Instruments (TXN) are up more than +2%.
Cryptocurrency-exposed stocks are moving higher today, with Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) up more than +3% to a 2.5-month high. Strategy (MSTR) is up more than +14% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100. Also, Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY) is up more than +8%, and Coinbase Global (COIN) is up more than +7%. In addition, Riot Platforms (RIOT) is up more than +5%, and MARA Holdings (MARA) is up more than +3%.
Energy stocks and service providers are sinking today, with WTI crude oil down more than -10% at a 5-week low. APA Corp (APA) and Valero Energy (VLO) are down more than -10%, and Occidental Petroleum (OXY) is down more than -8%. Also, Diamondback Energy (FANG), ConocoPhillips (COP), and Devon Energy (DVN) are down more than -7%, and Exxon Mobil (XOM) is down more than -6%. In addition, Chevron (CVX) is down more than -5% to lead losers in the Dow Jones Industrials, and Marathon Petroleum (MPC), Halliburton (HAL), and Phillips 66 (PSX) are down more than -5%.
Autoliv (ALV) is up more than +9% after reporting Q1 sales of $2.75 billion, above the consensus of $2.61 billion.
Onto Innovation (ONTO) is up more than +7% after Stifel upgraded the stock to buy from hold with a price target of $350.
Ally Financial (ALLY) is up more than +6% after reporting Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.11, better than the consensus of 93 cents.
Woodward Inc. (WWD) is up more than +5% after RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage on the stock with a recommendation of outperform and a price target of $450.
Netflix (NFLX) is down more than -8% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100 after forecasting Q2 revenue of $12.57 billion, below the consensus of $12.64 billion.
Albemarle (ALB) is down more than -9% after Baird downgraded the stock to neutral from outperform.
Alcoa (AA) is down more than -8% after reporting Q1 sales of $3.19 billion, weaker than the consensus of $3.27 billion.
Earnings Reports(4/17/2026)
Ally Financial Inc (ALLY), Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB), Regions Financial Corp (RF), State Street Corp (STT), Truist Financial Corp (TFC).
On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Soar to Record Highs as Middle East Tensions Ease

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.87%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +1.33%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +0.86%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26) are up +0.93%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26) are up +0.88%.
Stock indexes are pushing higher today, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new all-time highs and the Dow Jones Industrials posting a 7-week high. Stocks are rallying today on mounting speculation that a deal to end the US-Iran war is near, sparking risk-on sentiment in asset markets. Crude prices are down more than -10% after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now "completely open" for commercial shipping, a major step toward ending the war with the US and Israel. The plunge in crude eases inflation concerns and knocked the 10-year T-note yield down -6 bp to 4.25%. Also, optimism about artificial intelligence and robust earnings have added to stock market momentum.
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Stocks also found support today after Axios reported that the US and Iran are negotiating over a plan to end the war, with one element under discussion being that the US would release $20 billion in frozen Iranian assets in return for Iran giving up its stockpile of enriched uranium. Talks between the US and Iran are expected to continue in Pakistan on Sunday.
President Trump on Thursday claimed that Iran made key concessions in an ongoing negotiation to end the seven-week war. Mr. Trump said, “They’ve agreed to almost everything, and they've got to get to the table with a pen.” Mr. Trump said he ‘’might” travel to Pakistan if a deal with Iran is clinched. The prospects for a formal peace agreement also solidified when Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire on Thursday, and the truce appears to be holding today.
WTI crude oil prices (CLK26) are down more than -10% today after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial shipping, which could pave the way for a deal to end the war. The US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz enters its fifth day today. On Monday, the US vowed to blockade all vessels passing through the strait that call at Iranian ports or are headed there. The blockade could exacerbate global oil and fuel shortages, as about a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas transits through the strait. Iran has been able to export crude oil during the war, exporting about 1.7 million bpd in March.
Earnings season began this week, with Q1 S&P 500 earnings projected to climb +12% y/y, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. Stripping out the technology sector, Q1 earnings are projected to increase around +3%, the weakest in two years.
The markets are discounting a 1% chance for a +25 bp FOMC rate hike at the April 28-29 policy meeting.
Overseas stock markets today are mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 rallied to a 7-week high and is up +2.01%. China's Shanghai Composite fell from a 4-week high and closed down -0.10%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.71%.
Interest Rates
June 10-year T-notes (ZNM6) today are up +15 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is down -6.9 bp to 4.242%. June T-notes rallied to a 1-month high today, and the 10-year T-note yield fell to a 1-month low of 4.226%. Today’s -10% plunge in WTI crude oil prices to a 5-week low has lowered inflation expectations and boosted T-note prices.
European government bond yields are moving lower today. The 10-year German bund yield fell to a 1-week low of 2.954% and is down -6.9 bp to 2.963%. The 10-year UK gilt yield dropped to a 1-week low of 4.739% and is down -9.5 bp to 4.752%.
ECB Governing Council member Madis Muller said the ECB needs to stay "vigilant" to potential inflation risks from the Iran war, but "we don't have much hard evidence of second-round effects, so it's difficult to argue that there's an obvious case to raise rates."
ECB Governing Council member Alexander Demarco said, "Given higher uncertainty at the moment, June is a better moment than April" to decide whether an ECB interest rate response to the Iran war is necessary.
Swaps are discounting an 8% chance of a +25 bp ECB rate hike at its next policy meeting on April 30.
US Stock Movers
Airline stocks and cruise line operators are soaring today as WTI crude prices plunge by more than -10%, reducing fuel costs and boosting company profits. United Airlines Holdings (UAL) is up more than 10% to lead gainers in the S&P 500. Also, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL) is up more than +9%, and Alaska Air Group (ALK), Carnival (CCL), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) are up more than +8%. In addition, Southwest Airlines (LUV) is up more than +7%, American Airlines Group (AAL) is up more than +6%, and Delta Air Lines (DAL) is up more than +5%.
Software stocks are extending this week’s rally today. Salesforce (CRM) is up more than +3% to lead gainers in the Dow Jones Industrials, and Oracle (ORCL) is also up more than +3%. Also, Datadog (DDOG) and Cadence Design Systems are up more than +2%, and Atlassian (TEAM), ServiceNow (NOW), Intuit (INTU), Adobe Systems (ADBE), and Autodesk (ADSK) are up more than +1%.
Cryptocurrency-exposed stocks are moving higher today, with Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) up more than +1% to a 2.5-month high. Strategy (MSTR) is up more than +8% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100. Also, Coinbase Global (COIN) and Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY) are up more than +3%, and Riot Platforms (RIOT) and MARA Holdings (MARA) are up more than +2%.
Energy stocks and service providers are sinking today, with WTI crude oil down more than -10% at a 5-week low. APA Corp (APA) is down more than -10%, and Valero Energy (VLO) is down more than -7%. Also, Occidental Petroleum (OXY), Diamondback Energy (FANG), ConocoPhillips (COP), and Devon Energy (DVN) are down more than -6%, and Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Marathon Petroleum (MPC) are more than -5%. In addition, Chevron (CVX) is down more than -4% to lead losers in the Dow Jones Industrials, and Halliburton (HAL) is down more than -4%.
Autoliv (ALV) is up more than +8% after reporting Q1 sales of $2.75 billion, above the consensus of $2.61 billion.
Onto Innovation (ONTO) is up more than +5% after Stifel upgraded the stock to buy from hold with a price target of $350.
Woodward Inc. (WWD) is up more than +5% after RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage on the stock with a recommendation of outperform and a price target of $450.
Ally Financial (ALLY) is up more than +4% after reporting Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.11, better than the consensus of 93 cents.
NiSource (NI) is up more than +1% after announcing a new long-term energy agreement with a subsidiary of Alphabet to support the development and operation of a large data center in Indiana.
Netflix (NFLX) is down more than -9% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100 after forecasting Q2 revenue of $12.57 billion, below the consensus of $12.64 billion.
Albemarle (ALB) is down more than -6% after Baird downgraded the stock to neutral from outperform.
Alcoa (AA) is down more than -6% after reporting Q1 sales of $3.19 billion, weaker than the consensus of $3.27 billion.
Earnings Reports(4/17/2026)
Ally Financial Inc (ALLY), Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB), Regions Financial Corp (RF), State Street Corp (STT), Truist Financial Corp (TFC).
On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.

Stocks Rally as Iran Announces Strait of Hormuz is "Completely Open"

Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF (Symbol: XME) where we have detected an approximate $226.1 million dollar inflow -- that's a 4.8% increase week over week in outstanding units (from 40,700,000 to 42,650,230). Among the largest underlying components of XME, in trading today Alcoa Corporation (Symbol: AA) is off about 4.9%, Nucor Corp. (Symbol: NUE) is up about 1.6%, and Reliance Inc (Symbol: RS) is up by about 2.5%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the XME Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of XME, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, XME's low point in its 52 week range is $52.71 per share, with $135.6764 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $118.38. Comparing the most recent share price to the 200 day moving average can also be a useful technical analysis technique -- learn more about the 200 day moving average ».
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Exchange traded funds (ETFs) trade just like stocks, but instead of ''shares'' investors are actually buying and selling ''units''. These ''units'' can be traded back and forth just like stocks, but can also be created or destroyed to accommodate investor demand. Each week we monitor the week-over-week change in shares outstanding data, to keep a lookout for those ETFs experiencing notable inflows (many new units created) or outflows (many old units destroyed). Creation of new units will mean the underlying holdings of the ETF need to be purchased, while destruction of units involves selling underlying holdings, so large flows can also impact the individual components held within ETFs.
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Noteworthy ETF Inflows: XME, AA, NUE, RS

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