Stock Market Update Tuesday October 14, 2025
- AlgoTradeAlert
- Oct 14
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Stock Market Update Tuesday October 14, 2025 U.S. equities closed mixed after a choppy session, as the S&P 500 slipped 0.2% and the Nasdaq 100 fell 0.7%, while small-caps outperformed with the Russell 2000 advancing 1.4%. Sentiment fluctuated amid a barrage of trade-related headlines from the Trump administration and dovish commentary from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who signaled that the quantitative tightening (QT) program may soon conclude, hinting at a more accommodative policy stance. On the earnings front, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup all posted stronger-than-expected Q3 results, underscoring the resilience of the banking sector. However, broader market uncertainty and renewed trade tensions largely erased the early rally, leaving risk assets on the defensive.
Away From Stocks: Treasuries bull-steepened, with the 2-year yield declining 4 bps to 3.48% and the 30-year yield easing 1 bp to 4.62%. Commodities traded softer as WTI crude dipped below $59/bbl, while gold extended gains to $4,143/oz, reflecting continued safe-haven demand. Bitcoin edged lower to $113,000, and the VIX volatility index rebounded toward 21, highlighting a modest uptick in risk aversion.
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