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In the books. Stocks rose in the final session of the quarter as fund managers rebalanced their portfolios for an uncertain quarter ahead. Consumers are confident about the future as many states are slowing or rolling back re-openings.

What day is it again? Investors were determined to be optimistic in yesterday’s session, rallying stocks despite a further swell in new virus cases. Investors were unmoved by reports of reopening reversals and rising cases as all sectors closed in the green for the day.

Take it slow. Stocks suffered another drawback on Friday as investors noticed the surge in new daily virus cases. Friday’s pullback capped off a losing week for equities as newly present surges dash hopes for a quick recovery.

A tale of two regulators. Stocks erased early losses to close in the green after bank regulators relaxed restrictions on banks. A continued surge in virus cases had investors nervous in the AM, the FDIC scrapping the Volcker Rule excited them in the PM, and the Fed deflated their excitement after...

Heat is on. Stocks dipped yesterday as traders finally did the math on a recent surge in COVID cases across the Southern and Western US. Threat of a new trade spat between the US and some EU nations added to the negativity of the day.

Go for comfort. Stocks rallied yesterday after the President announced that the trade deal with China is still a go. With little change in the global macro situation, tech stood out as an upside opportunity, helping to propel markets higher.