The Major Markets had a difficult week last week as rising inflation, surging oil prices, and concerns about artificial intelligence spending weighed on investor sentiment.

Possibly one of the more encouraging developments last week was the broader market participation.

U.S. stocks were mixed last week, with the Dow falling 1.3%, the S&P 500 down 0.3%, the Russell 2000 down 0.2%, while the Nasdaq gained 0.5%.

Stronger economic data and hawkish Fed comments pushed the 10-year Treasury yield up 16 basis points to 5.17%.

The Major Markets finished a volatile week mixed, as higher interest rates and renewed inflation concerns competed with continued strength in technology and AI-related stocks.

WTI crude jumped over 9% higher, finishing just above $100 a barrel as escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran raised concerns.