Pre-Market Report – Monday 13 April: US markets mixed Friday | US futures down 1% on weekend news

US equities finished mostly lower in Friday trading. S&P snapped a seven-day string of gains. Software was a notable decliner again (IGV was down more than 7% this week); other laggards included insurers, banks (particularly regionals), PE, exchanges, payments, retail/apparel, pharma/biotech, hospitals, and staples. Semis were a standout with NVDA, AVGO and AMD leading the way. AMZN extended its recent rally in a mixed big tech space. Other relative outperformers included chemicals, industrial/precious metals, entertainment, building products, E&Cs, and REITs. Treasuries were weaker across the curve; yields were up 2-3 bp. Dollar index was off 0.2%. Gold finished down 0.6%. Silver was little changed. Bitcoin futures were up 1.3%. WTI crude settled down 1.3% in choppy trading.Quiet finish to a noisy week. Peace talks broke down - US Futures down 1.1% Oil Jumps 8% - Gold falls—Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.