Bloomberg Market Wrap 11/13: Small Business Optimism, Oil and Tech Stocks

The video discusses the small business optimism index, highlighting how small U.S. companies plan to pass higher payroll costs to consumers, with prices reaching a 10-year high. It also examines the oil market, noting a significant price drop and its potential impact on the S&P 500. Lastly, it covers the volatility in technology stocks, particularly the NASDAQ 100, amid uncertainties in major companies like Apple, Amazon, and Google.

What recent trend was observed in small U.S. companies regarding payroll costs?

How did the small business optimism index change from the previous month?

What impact did the decline in oil prices have on the stock market according to the text?

What relationship was noted between oil prices and the S&P 500 index?

What does the volatility in the NASDAQ 100 index indicate about the technology sector?