NewsWare's Trade Talk: Monday, April 15

S&P Futures are trading higher this morning as market react to a de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East. The markets will continue to monitor the situation but will also be paying attention to this morning's Retail Sales report and corporate earnings announcements. Metals are higher amid new sanctions on Russia from the U.S. & the U.K. Salesforce.com is said to be eyeing a takeover of Informatica (INFA). Earnings are due out this morning from GS and SCHW. In Europe markets are displaying gains and oil prices are falling as Ian indicated that it is done with its retaliatory actions.