| Asset | Level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,623.68 | -0.52% |
| Nasdaq 100 | 28,957.53 | -0.00% |
| Dow Jones | 52,215.16 | -1.23% |
| Russell 2000 | 2,775.90 | -0.29% |
| USD/JPY | 157.35 | +0.55% |
| EUR/USD | 1.12 | -0.20% |
| GBP/USD | 1.33 | -0.41% |
| Gold | 4,024.40 | +0.41% |
| WTI Crude | 101.02 | -2.18% |
| Bitcoin | 80,216.06 | +0.24% |
| US 2Y Treasury | 4.69% | +4 bp |
| US 10Y Treasury | 5.00% | +4 bp |
| Data | Prior | Cons | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|
| No events available | |||
US 10-Year Treasury Yield | Type: macro_line | Yield %: 4.96 (2026-10-22) | Range: 1.35–5.31 | Trend(6pt): 1.54,3.52,4.65,4.43,5.13,4.96
| Data | Prior | Cons | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Fed National Activity Index | -0.04 | - | 08:30 |
| Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index | 9.80 | - | 10:30 |
| Tuesday (2026-10-27) | |||
| Building Permits Month-over-Month Final | -2.10 | -0.20 | 08:00 |
| ADP Employment Change Weekly | 18,500 | - | 08:15 |
| Durable Goods Orders Month-over-Month | 0 | 0.60 | 08:30 |
| Durable Goods Orders Ex Transp Month-over-Month | 0.30 | 0.60 | 08:30 |
| S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Year-over-Year | 2.50 | 2.60 | 09:00 |
| Cb Consumer Confidence | 81.90 | - | 10:00 |
| New Home Sales | 684,000 | 660,000 | 10:00 |
Equity markets closed lower on October 25 with the Dow Jones falling 1.23% to 52,215.16 and the S&P 500 declining 0.52% to 7,623.68. The Nasdaq 100 held steady while the Russell 2000 slipped 0.29%. Treasury yields moved higher, with the 10-year yield advancing 4 bp to 5.00% and the 2-year yield rising 4 bp to 4.69%.
The dollar strengthened against the yen, with USD/JPY up 0.55% to 157.35, while EUR/USD eased 0.20%. Gold advanced 0.41% to 4,024.40 and WTI crude dropped 2.18% to 101.02. No major US data releases occurred on the session, leaving market moves driven by positioning ahead of the week’s releases and Federal Reserve signals.
Broader risk sentiment reflected caution as investors weighed persistent inflation pressures against resilient consumer spending.
The Chicago Fed National Activity Index prints at 8:30 a.m. ET, followed by the Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index at 10:30 a.m. ET.
Both releases carry medium impact and will provide fresh readings on regional activity and factory conditions. Tomorrow brings a heavier slate including final building permits, ADP employment figures, durable goods orders, Case-Shiller home prices, consumer confidence, and new home sales. Markets will also monitor API crude inventories at 4:30 p.m.
ET. These prints arrive ahead of the mid-week FOMC decision and will help shape expectations for the remainder of the year. Moderate GDP growth of 2.20% QoQ annualized and 2.19% YoY continues to underpin the outlook, while retail sales expanding 6.29% YoY support consumer-driven momentum.
US growth remains moderate with GDP expanding 2.20% QoQ annualized in the latest reading and 2.19% on a year-over-year basis. Inflation sits at 3.70% YoY while the unemployment rate holds at 4.20%. Retail sales continue to expand at a 6.29% annual pace, supporting consumer-driven momentum.
Treasury yields near 5.00% on the 10-year reflect markets pricing in a higher-for-longer policy stance. These levels continue to influence borrowing costs across mortgages and corporate credit. ↓ p.2
Subscribe to US Macro Daily and get each new issue delivered to your inbox.
Already a member? Visit robomacro.com to log in and manage subscriptions, or use Forgot Password to set a password.
US 2-Year Treasury Yield | Type: macro_line | Yield %: 4.65 (2026-10-22) | Range: 0.39–5.19 | Trend(6pt): 0.5,4.19,4.89,3.91,4.81,4.65
US Industrial Production Index | Type: macro_line | Index (2017=100): 2.245 (2026-09-01) | Range: -1.558–5.43 | Trend(6pt): 3.898,0.3188,-0.5573,0.1016,1.282,2.245
Federal Funds Effective Rate | Type: macro_line | Rate %: 3.75 (2026-09-01) | Range: 0.08–5.33 | Trend(6pt): 0.08,4.33,5.33,4.33,3.63,3.75
S&P 500 Index | Type: market_hloc | Price: 7624 (2026-10-23) | Range: 7316–7819 | Trend(5pt): 7412,7745,7636,7666,7624
The combination of steady expansion and contained labor-market slack suggests the economy can absorb further policy restraint without immediate contraction risks.
Oil prices climbed on renewed concerns over US-Iran tensions, pushing WTI above 100 dollars per barrel and adding to global inflation risks. US travel advisories for the Gulf and Middle East were updated over Houthi threats, raising the prospect of further energy volatility. Brazil faces multiple economic challenges following Lula’s election victory, including pressure on prices, employment, and interest rates.
India’s finance minister chaired the FSDC meeting with RBI and SEBI participation, underscoring coordinated policy efforts in emerging markets. Pharmaceutical export logistics in Bangladesh received a boost from the US zero-tariff decision on specialty products. Broader risk sentiment remains cautious as global central banks balance growth and inflation pressures.
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold the policy rate at 3.88% at the upcoming meeting, maintaining the current stance before any potential December adjustment. Recent communications have emphasized data dependence and a cautious approach to further tightening. Markets are pricing two additional rate increases for 2026 according to Bank of America forecasts, reflecting persistent inflation at 3.70% YoY.
↓ p.3
The committee has stressed that rates must remain sufficiently restrictive to return inflation to target. Forward guidance continues to highlight the balance between labor market resilience and price stability. Treasury yields near 5.00% on the 10-year indicate investors anticipate limited near-term easing.
Any shift in projections will be scrutinized for signals on the terminal rate.