U.S. markets consolidated after testing the upside on Tuesday, as weaker than expected growth in Germany put a damper of European and U.S. bourses. The Nasdaq continued to buck the trend, however, moving higher for a 5th straight trading session. The transportation sector continued to push higher, too, and has been a recent driving force in the market along with financials. Unexpectedly weak oil inventory numbers put pressure on energy stocks, which were a drag on the major averages. Read more
