Markets rise ahead of key Fed confirmation hearing.

Bob Iaccino provides a market update as U.S. equities drift higher, driven by strong retail sales data that highlights consumer resilience. Yields and the U.S. dollar are slightly up, while metals and crude oil dip. Investors are closely monitoring Kevin Warsh's Senate confirmation hearing, where he is expected to emphasize Federal Reserve independence. Geopolitical focus remains on an approaching Iran ceasefire deadline. Furthermore, Iaccino highlights key upcoming corporate earnings and global economic data releases.