Market Close Summary: Stocks regain some losses

Today Summary: 
US stocks ended the day off their lows, but saw a sharp drop from opening levels as the glow from the news of a potential trade deal between the US and China wore off. Most sectors ended in the red, with healthcare lagging and materials over performing. The Dollar firmed up, led by gains against the Euro, while rates weakened amid the market selloff as the 2/10-year spread narrowed slightly. Gold prices continued to retreat, falling nearly another 1%. WTI crude ended the session higher, helped by jawboning from Russia Energy Minister Novak.

Markets:
— Dow Jones -0.8%
— S&P500 -0.4%
— Nasdaq -0.2%
— Russell 2000 -0.9%