Yield Spikes, Energy Surges & The Fed Countdown (Sept 14, 2026)

Join Joe and Jane for the Monday, September 14, 2026 post-market rundown on Bulls, Bears and the Bell. In today’s episode, we break down a classic tug-of-war session on Wall Street as big tech faces valuation ceilings while small caps and energy laggards take center stage.Key highlights from today's closing bell:Macro Settlement: The S&P 500 ends essentially flat (-0.02%), the Nasdaq Composite slips 0.4%, and the Dow Jones manages a 45-point gain as the 10-Year Treasury yield holds stubborn at 3.82%.Sector Rotation & Energy Surge: Crude oil ticks up to $78/barrel, triggering major call option volume in ExxonMobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX) as money rotates into high-cash-flow defensive plays.Small-Cap Rally: The Russell 2000 (IWM) climbs nearly 1.2% on aggressive call buying, signaling growing confidence in a soft landing.The Week Ahead: What the upcoming CPI inflation print means for the Fed's potential 25-basis-point interest rate decision this Wednesday.Don't forget to hit follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss a daily market update!Disclaimer The content presented in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts are their own and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for making any trading or investment decisions. Always conduct your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.