Stock Market Today, Oct. 7: Itaú Unibanco Falls on Profit-Taking After Brazil Election Rally

Itaú Unibanco (ITUB) fell 4.04% to $9.74 on October 7, 2026, as investors took profits after the stock reached a five-year high following Brazil's presidential election. The decline occurred despite a rally triggered by conservative candidate Flávio Bolsonaro's stronger-than-expected performance in the first round of voting, which boosted expectations for Brazilian bank earnings. A runoff election will determine the final outcome, creating uncertainty that prompted investors to lock in gains.