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⛈️ Why A Winter Storm Could Wreak Havoc On The Market
Plus, stocks to watch amid the bird flu outbreak, and more
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It’s Friday! A powerful winter storm pummeled the Midwest and Northeast on Thursday, disrupting travel and increasing demand for essential goods. With another storm on the way, here are the stocks that could see a surge — and the ones facing potential risks. Also, the stocks that are in the spotlight amid the deadly bird flu outbreak.
—Josh Enomoto
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MARKET RECAP
Yesterday: Stocks climbed Thursday as consumer staples and financials led gains, while bond yields ticked higher. Investors now turn their attention to Friday’s labor market report, which could shape expectations for economic growth and Fed policy in the months ahead.
On Our Radar: After digesting the January jobs report, analysts will next turn to preliminary consumer sentiment data. On the earnings front, Monday will see McDonald’s release its fiscal results.
TOP STORY
Severe winter weather swept across the Midwest and Northeast on Thursday, bringing snow, ice and high winds that disrupted travel and power grids.
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FIVE ZINGERS
Cool Down: The Fed is dialing back the regulatory burden on major U.S. banks, which includes a more favorable stress test. Discover how the news impacted major financial firms.
Reality Bites: Amazon posted Q4 results, beating on both the top and bottom lines. However, a softer-than-expected Q1 guidance disappointed investors.
Silver Lining: Take-Two Interactive posted mixed earnings results, beating on the bottom line but missing on the top. Still, read about the Grand Theft Auto news that has investors buzzing.
High Drama: Tesla sales in Germany have declined by nearly 60%, possibly due to CEO Elon Musk's political stance. Discover the impact on other countries.
Pushing Back: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent doubled down on President Trump's policies. Here's what he had to say regarding the controversial tariff threats.
ONE FOR THE ROAD
Deadly Bird Flu Strain Hits Dairy Cows: 'Could Make COVID Seem Like A Walk In The Park,' Expert Says
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that six dairy herds in Nevada have tested positive for a strain of bird flu associated with a man's death in January.
The Details: The infected Nevada cows mark the first time the D1.1 variant of the H5N1 bird flu has been detected in cattle, which means the cows contracted the virus from birds and not another herd of cattle.
This is the second time a type of bird flu has been introduced into cattle herds by wild birds, according to a CNN report. If wild birds are spreading the disease to cattle, it could become endemic, or continuously circulating.
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