Nasdaq slips 0.32% as hopes for a Strait of Hormuz deal fade
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Fading expectations for a Strait of Hormuz reopening drove a ~5% jump in U.S. crude, reinforcing a geopolitical risk premium and reviving inflation concerns that can tighten financial conditions. U.S. equities closed modestly lower, led by weakness in chipmakers; Intel fell on plans for a $15B equity raise, adding sector-specific dilution pressure. Energy shares outperformed, reflecting higher oil prices and improved near-term cash-flow expectations.
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International crude prices jumped about 5% on Friday as expectations for a Strait of Hormuz agreement faded, settling at $82.13 a barrel. U.S. equities ended lower, with the Nasdaq down 0.32%, the Dow off 0.13% and the S&P 500 edging down 0.06% after the benchmark had set a record closing high earlier in the week. Intel shares declined after the chipmaker said it plans to raise $15 billion through a share sale. Energy stocks outperformed, with Apache and Marathon Petroleum among notable gainers.
