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A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. January's Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of wholesale inflation, rose 0.5% against expectations of 0.3%, with the core component jumping 0.8%. This report fuels the narrative of "sticky inflation," suggesting the Federal Reserve may have limited room to cut interest rates. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. January's Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of wholesale inflation, rose 0.5% against expectations of 0.3%, with the core component jumping 0.8%. This report fuels the narrative of "sticky inflation," suggesting the Federal Reserve may have limited room to cut interest rates. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. January's Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of wholesale inflation, rose 0.5% against expectations of 0.3%, with the core component jumping 0.8%. This report fuels the narrative of "sticky inflation," suggesting the Federal Reserve may have limited room to cut interest rates. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. 

Shares of global financial services giant Citigroup (NYSE:C) fell 5.8% in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data and rising concerns over credit risk rattled investors. 

Shares of digital banking company Axos Financial (NYSE:AX) fell 8.9% in the afternoon session after a key inflation report came in higher than expected, sparking a broad market sell-off that hit financial stocks particularly hard. 

Shares of regional banking company SouthState (NYSE:SSB) fell 5.9% in the afternoon session after a broad sell-off in the financial sector was fueled by a hotter-than-expected inflation report and rising concerns over credit quality. 

Shares of global airline Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) fell 6.4% in the afternoon session after a surge in crude oil prices sparked concerns about rising jet fuel costs, which could cut into the airline's profits. 

Shares of regional banking institution Bank of Hawaii (NYSE:BOH) fell 5.1% in the afternoon session after a government report showed wholesale inflation was higher than expected, fueling concerns about credit risk and the potential for interest rates to remain elevated. 

Shares of marketing technology company Zeta Global (NYSE:ZETA) fell 7.1% in the afternoon session after a key inflation report came in higher than anticipated, triggering a broad sell-off in the stock market that particularly affected technology companies. The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of wholesale inflation, rose by 0.5% for the month, exceeding expectations of a 0.3% increase. This unexpectedly high figure fueled concerns about persistent inflation. In response to the data, the wider market saw a downturn, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all declining. The report prompted traders to shun riskier assets, and technology stocks were among the hardest hit in the sell-off.

Shares of ophthalmology biopharmaceutical company Ocular Therapeutix (NASDAQ:OCUL) fell 8.6% in the afternoon session after a surprisingly hot wholesale inflation report fueled investor concerns about persistent price pressures. 

Shares of non-lethal weapons company Byrna (NASDAQ:BYRN) fell 5.5% in the afternoon session after the company's stock fell amid a broader market downturn triggered by hotter-than-expected inflation data. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly hot wholesale inflation report fueled investor concerns about persistent price pressures. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) for January, fueled concerns about inflation and its impact on consumer spending. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly hot wholesale inflation report fueled investor concerns about persistent price pressures. The Producer Price Index (PPI), a key measure of inflation at the wholesale level, increased by 0.5% in January, significantly higher than the 0.3% anticipated by economists. More concerning was the core PPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, as it surged by 0.8%, far exceeding the expected 0.3% rise. This data suggests that inflation may be more entrenched than previously thought, potentially impacting future interest rate decisions. In response to the news, major market indices, including the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq, all traded sharply lower as investors reassessed the economic outlook.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly hot wholesale inflation report fueled investor concerns about persistent price pressures. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed a 0.5% increase in January, signaling persistent inflationary pressures that could impact operating costs. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed a 0.5% increase in January, signaling persistent inflationary pressures that could impact operating costs. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) for January, fueled concerns about inflation and its impact on consumer spending. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) for January, fueled concerns about inflation and its impact on consumer spending. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly hot wholesale inflation report fueled investor concerns about persistent price pressures. 

Shares of financial services company Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) fell 5% in the afternoon session after a key inflation report came in hotter than expected, renewing concerns about the path of future interest rate cuts. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

Shares of independent financial services firm LPL Financial (NASDAQ:LPLA) fell 6.5% in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

Shares of global financial services firm Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) fell 6.6% in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

Shares of global investment bank Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) fell 7.6% in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the release of a stronger-than-anticipated Producer Price Index (PPI) report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a key inflation report came in hotter than expected, renewing concerns about the path of future interest rate cuts. The Producer Price Index (PPI), which measures wholesale inflation, rose 0.5% in January, significantly higher than the 0.3% anticipated by economists. Even more concerning was the core PPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, as it jumped 0.8%, more than double the 0.3% forecast. This surprisingly strong inflation data suggests that the Federal Reserve may need to maintain its restrictive monetary policy for longer than investors had hoped. The prospect of delayed interest rate cuts tends to weigh on growth-oriented sectors like technology, as higher rates can reduce the future value of their earnings, leading to a broad-based sell-off in the sector.

Shares of consumer financial services company Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) fell 7.1% in the afternoon session after investors grew concerned about the impact of artificial intelligence on employment, following a major workforce reduction at payments firm Block. 

Shares of online new and used car marketplace Cars.com (NYSE:CARS) fell 6% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan downgraded the stock to Neutral from Overweight and lowered its price target. The firm cut its price target on the shares to $10.00 from $16.00, citing concerns that followed management's commentary during its fourth-quarter earnings call. JPMorgan pointed to limited clarity on when the company's growth might rebound. The analyst action followed Cars.com's earnings report from the previous day, where the company's profit of $0.44 per share fell short of analyst estimates. Adding to the negative sentiment, the company's outlook for the full year 2026 projected that revenue would be flat to up only 2% year-over-year.

Shares of financial services provider CBIZ (NYSE:CBZ) fell 9.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported weak underlying organic growth and provided a modest financial outlook for 2026. 

Shares of financial services giant Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) fell 6.6% in the afternoon session after concerns grew over its exposure to Market Financial Solutions Ltd., a UK mortgage firm that collapsed. 

Shares of equipment distribution company Alta Equipment Group (NYSE:ALTG) jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter revenue and provided strong guidance for the upcoming year. For the quarter, sales grew 2.2% year over year to $509.1 million, surpassing analyst estimates. While the company posted a wider-than-anticipated adjusted loss of $0.27 per share, investors appeared to focus on other positive financial improvements. Alta's free cash flow margin improved significantly, rising to 13.4% from 4.3% in the same quarter last year. Furthermore, the company's financial forecast for 2026 projected adjusted EBITDA of around $180 million at the midpoint, which was above what analysts had expected.

Shares of ultra low-cost airline Frontier Group Holdings (NASDAQ:ULCC) fell 7.5% in the afternoon session after a surge in jet fuel prices weighed on the airline sector, pressuring profit margins. 

Shares of pharmaceutical company Amneal Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:AMRX) fell 6.3% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter results that beat expectations but provided a full-year revenue forecast that fell short of analysts' estimates. 

Shares of computer hardware and IT solutions company Dell (NYSE:DELL) jumped 21.4% in the afternoon session after the company announced impressive fourth-quarter 2025 results that surpassed Wall Street's expectations and provided a robust revenue forecast for the upcoming quarter. 

Shares of airline company United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:UAL) fell 8.4% in the afternoon session after a surge in crude oil prices to a seven-month high raised concerns about rising jet fuel costs. 

Shares of pharmaceutical company Collegium Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ:COLL) fell 6.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that fell short of analysts' expectations. 

Shares of digital advertising technology company PubMatic (NASDAQ:PUBM) jumped 13.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter results that sailed past Wall Street's expectations and provided an optimistic forecast for the upcoming quarter. 

Shares of global online betting powerhouse Flutter Entertainment (NASDAQ:FLUT) fell 14.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported disappointing fourth-quarter 2025 results that missed Wall Street's expectations on several key metrics. 

Shares of regional banking company Fulton Financial (NASDAQ:FULT) fell 5.1% in the afternoon session after the broader market slumped amid a surprisingly discouraging update on inflation. 

Shares of financial technology company Enova International (NYSE:ENVA) fell 6.2% in the afternoon session after a hotter-than-expected inflation report sparked a broad market sell-off that particularly impacted financial stocks. 

Shares of interactive software platform Unity (NYSE:U) fell 7.7% in the afternoon session after a broader market sell-off was triggered by a worse-than-expected inflation report. The slide happened as major U.S. stock indexes, including the Dow, the S&P 500, and the Nasdaq, all declined by more than one percent. The negative sentiment swept across markets after a key wholesale inflation report showed that prices remained stubbornly high, sparking concerns among investors. Tech stocks were particularly affected by the downturn, contributing to the negative pressure on the broader market.

Shares of department store chain Kohl’s (NYSE:KSS) fell 6.1% in the afternoon session after a higher-than-expected inflation report rattled the broader market, compounding concerns over the retailer's weakening sales. U.S. equities traded lower after the Producer Price Index (PPI) for January rose more than anticipated, sparking concerns that sticky inflation could limit the Federal Reserve's room for near-term easing. This news prompted a 'risk-off' sentiment among investors, leading to a broader market decline.

Shares of financial advisory firm Lazard (NYSE:LAZ) fell 5.3% in the afternoon session after hotter-than-expected inflation data sparked a broad market sell-off that particularly impacted the financial sector. The latest producer price index data came in higher than anticipated, raising concerns about persistent inflation. This news led to a general retreat in the stock market, with economically sensitive areas like financial services feeling the most pressure. The downturn was widespread, as the financial sector as a whole experienced significant losses, pulling down companies within the industry.

Shares of footwear and accessories discount retailer Designer Brands (NYSE:DBI) fell 7.4% in the afternoon session after investor concerns grew over industry-wide pressures following a government report indicating rising costs. A report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed the Producer Price Index, which tracks costs for businesses, rose 0.5 percent in January. The data highlighted a jump in margins for apparel, footwear, and accessories retailing, signaling potential profit pressure for companies like Designer Brands.

Shares of visual content marketplace Getty Images (NYSE:GETY) fell 5.9% in the afternoon session after the broader market sold off following a surprisingly high wholesale inflation report. 

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Most consumer discretionary businesses succeed or fail based on the broader economy. This sensitive demand profile can cause discretionary stocks to plummet when macro uncertainty enters the fray, and over the past six months, the industry has shed 2.6%. This performance was discouraging since the S&P 500 returned 6.6%.

Shares of cloud security platform Zscaler (NASDAQ:ZS) fell 14.9% in the afternoon session after the company reported mixed fourth quarter results. Sales and earnings per share came in ahead of expectations during the quarter. 

Shares of healthcare services company Agilon Health (NYSE:AGL) fell 2% in the afternoon session after the release of a key inflation report revealed prices paid to U.S. producers rose more than anticipated in January. 

Shares of genetic testing company Natera (NASDAQ:NTRA). fell 8.3% in the afternoon session after the release of a key inflation report revealed prices paid to U.S. producers rose more than anticipated in January. 

Shares of streaming video giant Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) jumped 10.4% in the afternoon session after the company walked away from a high-stakes bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, a move investors viewed as a sign of financial discipline. 

Shares of vaccine biotechnology company Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX) fell 8.7% in the afternoon session after the release of a key inflation report revealed prices paid to U.S. producers rose more than anticipated in January. 

Shares of medical technology company Inspire Medical Systems (NYSE:INSP) fell 7.5% in the afternoon session after the release of a key inflation report revealed prices paid to U.S. producers rose more than anticipated in January. 

Shares of digital ad verification company DoubleVerify (NYSE:DV) jumped 9.7% in the afternoon session after the company announced a record $300 million share repurchase program, which overshadowed its mixed fourth-quarter earnings report. 

Shares of theme park operator United Parks & Resorts (NYSE:PRKS) fell 2.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported disappointing fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results that missed expectations and prompted an analyst price target cut. 

Shares of social media management platform Sprout Social (NASDAQ:SPT) fell 12.6% in the afternoon session after Canaccord downgraded the stock and sharply cut its price target, citing concerns over the company's recent financial results. 

Shares of insurance distribution company Baldwin Insurance Group (NASDAQ:BWIN) jumped 22.1% in the afternoon session after the company received a significant analyst upgrade from Raymond James following the release of strong fourth-quarter results and positive forward guidance. 

Shares of restaurant technology provider PAR Technology (NYSE:PAR) fell 28.3% in the afternoon session after the company's fourth-quarter financial results, which showed a mix of positive and negative signals, prompted a series of sharp price target cuts from Wall Street analysts. 

Shares of multinational media and entertainment corporation Paramount (NASDAQ:PSKY) jumped 20.5% in the afternoon session after its main competitor, Netflix, withdrew from the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing the path for Paramount's acquisition of the media giant. 

Shares of commercial real estate finance company Walker & Dunlop (NYSE:WD) fell 7.5% in the afternoon session after reports revealed a surprisingly discouraging update on inflation at the wholesale level. 

Shares of dental products company Dentsply Sirona (NASDAQ:XRAY) jumped 13.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported mixed fourth-quarter results, with investors seemingly focusing on a revenue beat while overlooking a weak outlook for the upcoming year. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after reports revealed a surprisingly discouraging update on inflation at the wholesale level. 

Shares of search AI platform provider Elastic (NYSE:ESTC) fell 15.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter results that topped Wall Street estimates for revenue and profit, but its outlook for a key growth metric disappointed investors. 

Shares of pharmaceutical company Amphastar Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQAMPH) fell 15.8% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter 2025 financial results that fell short of Wall Street's expectations on both revenue and profit.