⚡ 9:30 AM Market Flash: NY Fed Bill Purchases 1 to 4 months | UPDATE 4-Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump

US stocks are holding steady with the SPX trading at 7370.93 up six tenths of a percent on the session as traders digest mixed signals from Washington and overseas. The VIX is at 17.18 down half a percent reflecting modest complacency. In the latest development multiple outlets are reporting the DOJ | RISK DISCLOSURE: Educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Full analysis: https://www.vixshield.com/flash/flash-9-30-2026-05-07