GoAI Market Wrap - 11th Apr
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April 11, 2026
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U.S. major indices closed mixed on Friday as semiconductor stocks led by Nvidia powered the Nasdaq to an eighth consecutive daily gain, while the S&P 500 snapped its seven-day winning streak. March CPI came in at 3.3% YoY, driven by a 10.9% energy surge, keeping the Fed on hold. U.S.–Iran talks are set to begin in Islamabad on April 11, representing the key risk event for the weekend.
Daily Market Brief · Saturday, April 11, 2026
U.S. Market Close
DJIA47,916.57▼ 0.56%
S&P 5006,816.89▼ 0.11%
NASDAQ22,902.89▲ 0.35%
As of April 10 Close
GoAI Sentiment Index
Score: 23 — Fear
As the Nasdaq posts an eighth straight gain but the S&P 500 and Dow close lower, signaling a narrowing rally. March CPI at 3.3% keeps the Fed on hold, and U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad today remain the key risk event.
Key Headlines
MARKETS
Chip Stocks Rally, Nasdaq Posts Eighth Consecutive Daily Gain
GEOPOLITICS
U.S.–Iran Talks Today: 24-Hour Window Is Critical
FED
Fed’s Daly: Bringing Inflation Back to 2% Is Critical
Market Analysis
U.S. major indices closed mixed on Friday as semiconductor stocks led by Nvidia powered the Nasdaq to an eighth consecutive daily gain.
At the close, the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.35% to 22,902.89, extending its winning streak to eight sessions. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 6,816.89, snapping a seven-day rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.56% to 47,916.57.
For the week, the Dow gained 3.04%, the S&P 500 rose 3.56%, and the Nasdaq climbed 4.68% — the best weekly performance for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq since November of last year.
Sentiment was lifted earlier in the week after the U.S. and Iran announced a ceasefire and opened two weeks of negotiations. During Friday’s session, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that U.S. and Iranian delegations would hold talks in Islamabad on April 11.
Prominent investor Louis Navellier said: “In the near term, attention will remain squarely on the Iran situation. If the relative calm reverses and both sides start firing missiles again, we will almost certainly see renewed downside volatility in equities.”
Inflation remained the top concern for investors given the sharp swings in energy prices. Pre-market data showed March CPI rose 0.9% month-on-month and 3.3% year-on-year — both in line with expectations — driven by a 10.9% surge in energy prices.
Brian Jacobsen, Chief Economist at Annex Wealth Management, said: “There is no sign yet that high energy prices are bleeding into core inflation. That process takes time to show up — at least initially, businesses absorb most of the shock.”
San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly said the oil-price shock from the Middle East conflict means it will take longer to bring inflation back to the 2% target, and the Fed may enter a period of holding rates steady.
At the close, the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.35% to 22,902.89, extending its winning streak to eight sessions. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 6,816.89, snapping a seven-day rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.56% to 47,916.57.
For the week, the Dow gained 3.04%, the S&P 500 rose 3.56%, and the Nasdaq climbed 4.68% — the best weekly performance for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq since November of last year.
Sentiment was lifted earlier in the week after the U.S. and Iran announced a ceasefire and opened two weeks of negotiations. During Friday’s session, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that U.S. and Iranian delegations would hold talks in Islamabad on April 11.
Prominent investor Louis Navellier said: “In the near term, attention will remain squarely on the Iran situation. If the relative calm reverses and both sides start firing missiles again, we will almost certainly see renewed downside volatility in equities.”
Inflation remained the top concern for investors given the sharp swings in energy prices. Pre-market data showed March CPI rose 0.9% month-on-month and 3.3% year-on-year — both in line with expectations — driven by a 10.9% surge in energy prices.
Brian Jacobsen, Chief Economist at Annex Wealth Management, said: “There is no sign yet that high energy prices are bleeding into core inflation. That process takes time to show up — at least initially, businesses absorb most of the shock.”
San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly said the oil-price shock from the Middle East conflict means it will take longer to bring inflation back to the 2% target, and the Fed may enter a period of holding rates steady.
Key Events
U.S.–Iran Talks in Islamabad: Both Sides Dig In as 24-Hour Window Opens
Pakistani officials confirmed early Saturday that U.S.–Iran negotiations will be held at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad. The Iranian delegation has already arrived; U.S. Vice President Vance departed for Islamabad on Friday. Both sides have issued firm opening positions ahead of the talks, making the next 24 hours a critical window for progress.
March Core CPI Comes in Below Forecast; Energy Spike Lifts Headline but Fails to Spread
The U.S. Labor Department reported Friday that March consumer prices surged as Middle East war-driven oil prices and ongoing tariff pass-through pushed headline CPI higher, moving the Fed further from its inflation target and adding political pressure on the White House. Core inflation, however, came in softer than expected, limiting market turbulence.
“Big Short” Burry Stands Firm on Palantir Short Despite Trump’s Backing — Says Halving the Price Isn’t Enough
Noted short-seller Michael Burry — famed for his 2008 housing-market bet depicted in The Big Short — said he remains short Palantir Technologies. Regulatory filings from November showed Burry held put options on both Nvidia and Palantir. He argues that even a 50% decline in Palantir’s share price would not bring the stock to fair value.
Tech Giants Back Next-Gen Nuclear Power as AI Electricity Demand Reshapes Energy Finance
Major technology companies are reshaping the financing landscape for advanced nuclear energy to meet the surging electricity demands of artificial intelligence. Several U.S. nuclear firms are developing next-generation small modular reactors (SMRs), seen as a potential breakthrough for the power sector, though commercial generation has yet to be achieved.
Commodities
NYMEX WTI Crude▼ 1.33%
ICE Brent Crude▼ 0.75%
COMEX Gold▼ 0.41%
COMEX Silver▲ 0.73%
LME Copper▲ 1.26%
LME Aluminum▲ 1.88%
LME Zinc▼ 0.15%
CBOT Corn▼ 0.84%
CBOT Wheat▼ 0.61%
CBOT Soybean▲ 0.88%
Forex
EUR/USD1.1725▲ 0.13%
GBP/USD1.3463▲ 0.13%
USD/JPY159.28▲ 0.19%
USD/CNY6.8279▼ 0.06%
Key Event: EUR/USD and GBP/USD both edged up 0.13% as the dollar softened slightly on ceasefire optimism ahead of the Islamabad talks. USD/JPY rose to 159.28 as oil prices pulled back. USD/CNY continued to drift lower to 6.8279 (−0.06%), reflecting ongoing yuan strength amid dollar weakness.
Sector Intelligence
ENERGY & MATERIALS
XLE (1D)$56.94▼ 0.68%
XLB (1D)$90.12▲ 0.35%
Key Drivers: Energy (XLE −0.68%) pulled back as WTI crude fell 1.33% and Brent slipped 0.75%, with the Iran ceasefire reducing the geopolitical risk premium. Base metals were mixed: LME Copper rose 1.26% and Aluminum gained 1.88%, while Zinc edged down 0.15%. The Materials ETF (XLB +0.35%) held up on industrial metals strength.
Outlook: Energy remains sensitive to Islamabad ceasefire talks; a durable deal could push WTI below $95. Copper and aluminum outperformance reflects resilient global industrial demand despite macro uncertainty.
Outlook: Energy remains sensitive to Islamabad ceasefire talks; a durable deal could push WTI below $95. Copper and aluminum outperformance reflects resilient global industrial demand despite macro uncertainty.
SHIPPING & LOGISTICS
Freightos Baltic Index (FBX)$2,309
Baltic Dry Index2,201
Market Dynamics: BDI rose to 2,201 (+1.85%) on Friday, extending its winning streak to a sixth consecutive session and reaching its highest level since early March. Gains were broad-based across capesize and supramax segments. The Drewry WCI held at $2,309/FEU (week of Apr 9), with transpacific West Coast rates near $2,400/FEU and Asia–Europe at $2,900/FEU. Spot rates have risen sharply due to emergency fuel surcharges and tightening space, while port congestion persists at Shanghai, Singapore, and Rotterdam.
Outlook: U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad on April 11 are the key variable; a durable deal could ease the Hormuz fuel surcharge, but carriers have already shifted to weekly rate announcements amid elevated volatility, suggesting near-term rate stickiness.
Outlook: U.S.–Iran talks in Islamabad on April 11 are the key variable; a durable deal could ease the Hormuz fuel surcharge, but carriers have already shifted to weekly rate announcements amid elevated volatility, suggesting near-term rate stickiness.
Institutional Views
GoAICAUTIOUS
The Nasdaq has now posted eight consecutive daily gains, but the S&P 500 and Dow closed lower, confirming the rally is narrowing. GoAI notes that the mixed close — combined with a Sentiment Index at 23 (Fear) — signals that investor conviction remains fragile. March CPI at 3.3% YoY keeps the Fed on hold, and the Islamabad talks on April 11 represent a binary risk event. GoAI maintains a CAUTIOUS stance: the combination of sticky inflation, geopolitical uncertainty, and narrow market breadth does not support aggressive positioning.
Goldman SachsNEUTRAL
Goldman Sachs maintains a Neutral stance on U.S. equities as the S&P 500 snaps its seven-day winning streak. The bank notes that the mixed close — Nasdaq up 0.35% while the S&P 500 and Dow fell — reflects a narrowing rally. With March CPI coming in at 3.3% YoY (energy +10.9%), Goldman warns that inflation persistence could delay Fed cuts. It keeps its recession probability at 25% and recommends holding quality growth names while monitoring the Islamabad talks for any Hormuz re-escalation risk.
Morgan StanleyBULLISH
Morgan Stanley’s Mike Wilson remains constructive, noting that the Nasdaq’s eighth consecutive daily gain confirms the geopolitical-driven selloff is unwinding. With 2026 EPS growth of 12% intact and Q1 earnings season beginning next week, the bank maintains its S&P 500 year-end target of 7,400. Wilson flags that the CPI print — core below expectations — is a positive signal, and sees the upcoming Islamabad talks as the next major catalyst for energy and broader market direction.
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