Eli Lilly shares climbed 1.3% on Friday, March 13, 2026, contributing to health care sector strength in a market where 61% of S&P 500 components rose. The gain reflects defensive appeal amid geopolitical-driven volatility. Pharma resilience matters as it cushions broader indices. Further gains could support healthcare overweight strategies.
mariettatimes.comBitcoin climbed 1.3% to around $71,140 on March 13, 2026, boosting crypto-related equities like Coinbase Global, up 1.5%, and MicroStrategy, gaining 1.4%. The uptick provides a counterweight to equity declines driven by oil pressures. Crypto's decorrelation from traditional markets gains relevance in volatile times. Regulatory updates could amplify future moves.
mariettatimes.comIntel gained 1.7% on March 13, 2026, fueled by optimism over US semiconductor manufacturing investments and government domestic chip support. This bucked the broader market trend where S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined on geopolitical worries. The move signals continued sector strength, with high trading volume in semis despite VIX at 26.49. Future catalysts include policy updates on chip subsidies.
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