U.S. equity markets are trading sideways-to-lower at the mid-session while seemingly waiting for a catalyst to trigger its next move.

U.S. equity markets are expected to open weaker this morning but off their lows. Last night’s news that China’s inflation was higher than expected, fueled speculation of a rate hike which helped drive down demand for higher yielding assets.

U.S. equity markets finished higher after showing the first sign of volatility in several weeks.

U.S. equity markets are selling off after a strong early morning rally. The break started after the March E-mini S&P 500 failed to attract buyers after reaching its high for the year at 1148.00.

U.S. equity markets are trading firm overnight after yesterday’s surge to the upside. Buying pressure dried up late in the session, but no damage was done to the uptrend.