Thursday's session was another day of regional bank weakness after the Fed raised rates on by a quarter point on Wednesday. PacWest led the downturn on reports that it's considering a range of strategic options including a sale. First Horizon also finished (33%) lower after regulatory issues derailed a takeover by Toronto-Dominion Bank.

Apple reported a Q2 beat on EPS and revenue and plans to increase quarterly dividends and share buyback program.

Looking ahead, the much-anticipated April employment report is due out in the morning