U.S. Equities Rise Ahead of Q2 Earnings as Rates Climb and Middle East Risks Deepen

3 articles · Updated · Seeking Alpha · Jul 12

U.S. equity markets advanced this week, with investors positioning for the start of second-quarter earnings season despite a tougher macro backdrop.
Corporate results expectations helped stocks brush off another move higher in benchmark interest rates and a more unfavorable turn in the Middle East.
That resilience suggests earnings will be the market's next key test, with company guidance likely to determine whether the rally can extend.

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