U.S. equity fund inflows declined to their lowest level in six weeks, according to new data, signaling potential shifts in investor sentiment toward domestic stock markets.

Separately, the Department of Justice confirmed it has launched an antitrust investigation into beef processing companies, putting the industry under regulatory scrutiny. The probe comes amid ongoing concerns about market concentration in the meat processing sector.

In pharmaceutical developments, Amgen announced plans to invest an additional $300 million in U.S. manufacturing capabilities, expanding the company's domestic production footprint.

Meanwhile, corporate stock buyback programs continue to surge, with companies maintaining their role as significant purchasers of their own shares during market downturns. Industry observers note that these buyback programs represent substantial demand for equities.

The private credit market is also facing potential changes, with PJT Partners CEO suggesting that retail investor participation in private credit growth may decline in the future, potentially altering the funding dynamics of this rapidly expanding sector.