IEFA is trading 3.6% down at $95.11 after higher oil prices, rising bond yields, and stronger expectations for a Federal Reserve rate increase pressured international markets.

  • Reuters reported global stocks declined as Brent crude rose above $108 and the U.S. 10-year yield reached 5%.
  • Investors moved toward defensive positioning ahead of central-bank decisions.
  • No IEFA-specific announcement or earnings catalyst was identified.