Finance 101 market sentiment shifted bullish as U.S. Treasury yields retreated from yearly highs. The 10-year yield dropped to 4.18%, easing equity risk premiums. Historically, such yield movements support higher valuations in growth stocks—analysts foresee a 5–7% rally in the Russell 2000 if treasury softness persists. Some buyers also have concerns about battery life, though EVs in the U.S. are required by federal law to offer an eight-year or 100,000-mile warranty. In California, the warranty extends to 10 years or 150,000 miles. Have a tip for the WPSU newsroom? Email [email protected] . In finance 101 analysis, MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 2.4%, led by Chinese internet giants reacting positively to new stimulus measures. Currency stability in key EM economies reduced foreign investment risks. Short-term forecasts suggest continued inflows into EM ETFs, potentially pushing the index above 1,040 by year’s end.