Stock Market Update

[BRIEFING.COM] The major averages are little changed from previous levels at midday.

The consumer staples sector (+1.1%) is one of today's better performers, bouncing back from weakness in the previous two sessions this week that leave it now just slightly lower for the week. Bunge (BG 134.52, +5.39, +4.17%) is a top mover following yesterday's reduction of tariffs on agricultural equipment, while Walmart (WMT 116.67, +3.61, +3.19%) provides solid leadership. Meanwhile, Dollar General (DG 103.28, -2.99, -2.81%) continues to move lower following its earnings release.