Asian markets were lower overnight after HSBC said China's manufacturing PMI for April rose slightly to 49.1 from 48.3 last month. But the reading is still below the 50 level that marks the difference between expansion and contraction in the economy.
Europe's markets are also down a lot this morning amid news that budget talks in the Netherlands fell apart. This combined with potential shakeup in France's political makeup has investors worried about how the eurozone will hold it together to tackle their fiscal issues. Additionally, PMI readings out of France and Germany were disappointing.
The flight-to-safety trade is on this morning, although it is not including gold. The dollar is higher vs. the euro, and that is hurting commodities. Gold prices are lower to $1630 and oil prices are down below $102. Silver and copper prices are lower as well.
The 10-year yield is plunging as investors pile into Treasuries. The yield is down to 1.91%. And the VIX is surging near 15% to the 20 level.
In earnings news, stocks are showing mixed reactions to earnings reports.
Stocks rising on earnings reports:
- EAT, BEAV, STI
- COP, CHL, K, CHKP
KAM Advisors has long positions in CHKP
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