Beyond the Bell 12/13/21

The video discusses the US market's closing trends, highlighting a negative tone with more selling than buying. It covers the performance of major indices like the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ, noting significant declines in sectors such as semiconductors and autos. The video also examines the impact of central bank policies, particularly the Fed's upcoming meeting, and the divergence between US and Chinese monetary policies. Additionally, it touches on the performance of specific stocks like Tesla, Arena Pharmaceuticals, and Harley-Davidson, and the implications of bond yield trends.

What was the general tone of the US market as it approached closing?

• Stable with no significant changes

• Volatile with equal buying and selling

• Negative with more selling

• Positive with increased buying

Which major index was down about 1.4% as the market closed?

• NASDAQ Composite

• Russell 2000

• S&P 500

• Dow Jones Industrial Average

Which sector was identified as one of the worst performers beneath the S&P 500 surface?

• Pharmaceuticals

• Autos

• Energy

• Technology

What was a significant factor in the decline of auto stocks?

• Increased demand for electric vehicles

• Concerns about economic slowdown

• Rising fuel prices

• New government regulations

Which company saw its stock rise by more than 80% due to a Pfizer acquisition deal?

• Tesla

• Arena Pharmaceuticals

• Harley-Davidson

• Apple

What was the main reason for Pfizer's acquisition of Arena Pharmaceuticals?

• To diversify into technology

• To enter the automotive industry

• To utilize cash reserves from COVID vaccine sales

• To expand its vaccine portfolio

Which stock was among the worst performers, dragging down the S&P 500?

• Apple

• Tesla

• Pfizer

• Harley-Davidson

What was a contributing factor to the decline in United Airlines' stock?

• Increased competition

• COVID fears and negative headlines

• New safety regulations

• Rising fuel costs

What is the expected trend for bond yields leading up to the first rate hike?

• Yields will fluctuate unpredictably

• Yields will move slightly lower

• Yields will remain stable

• Yields will rise significantly

What is a potential risk of diverging central bank policies between the US and China?

• Increased global economic growth

• Harmonization of monetary policies

• Stability in global markets

• Market and economic disruptions