US stock futures rose as Wall Street anticipates Nvidia’s fourth quarter earnings report, with S&P 500 futures up 0.3%, Nasdaq futures climbing 0.4%, and Dow futures increasing by 0.2%. Nvidia’s performance is under scrutiny due to concerns over tariff threats and export controls, following a 2.8% drop in its stock on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Super Micro Computer Inc. rallied after meeting Nasdaq’s regulatory filing deadline, and earnings reports from Stellantis, Lowe’s, and Salesforce are expected today.
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Stock Market Opens Lower Amid Trump Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
U.S. stock markets are set to open lower as President Trump reaffirmed his commitment to impose tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. Despite this, investor sentiment appears stable, with shares of Ford and General Motors showing only slight declines, despite significant reliance on parts from these countries.
read moreStock Market Update Dow and S&P 500 Rise Amid Volatile Trading
The stock market experienced volatility today, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both rising after an initial dip. The Dow gained 204 points, or 0.5%, while the S&P 500 increased by 0.2%. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite was down 0.2% after a more significant drop earlier.
read moreStock Market Update: Tariff Proposals and Key Company Movements
Stock futures dipped as investors assessed new tariff proposals from President Trump, potentially imposing a 25% import tax on automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. Intel shares fell nearly 3% amid reports of a private equity firm negotiating to acquire its programmable chips unit, while Super Micro Computer’s stock surged 6% on strong AI revenue projections. Apple is expected to announce a new low-cost iPhone model today, with analysts predicting a starting price of $499.
read moreUS Stock Futures Rise as S&P 500 Hits Record High
U.S. stock futures indicated a positive opening on Wednesday, following a record high close for the S&P 500. Despite ongoing concerns about potential tariffs impacting growth and cuts to defense spending, investors remain optimistic. Key movers include SMCI, Nvidia, and Apple.
read moreUS Stock Futures Rise as S&P 500 Hits Record High
US stock futures rose slightly after the S&P 500 closed at a record high of 6,129.58, marking its first new peak since January 23. This surge occurred amid President Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on automobiles and potential duties on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals. Intel saw its largest five-day gain ever, while Meta’s stock ended its 20-session winning streak. Investors are looking forward to the release of the Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes and earnings reports from Etsy and Carvana.
read moreS&P 500 Reaches Record High as Intel and Walgreens Stocks Surge
The S&P 500 gained 0.2% on February 18, 2025, marking a record close, driven by Intel’s 16% surge amid reports of potential deals involving TSMC and Broadcom. Medtronic shares fell over 7% after missing sales estimates, while Walgreens Boots Alliance rose 14% on renewed acquisition interest. Conagra Brands and UnitedHealth Group also faced declines due to lowered sales guidance and regulatory concerns, respectively.
read moreUS Stocks Set to Rise Amid Trump Russia Peace Talks
U.S. stocks are set to open higher as talks between U.S. and Russian representatives begin in Saudi Arabia, aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. This development has led European nations to reconsider their defense spending, while President Trump advocates for reduced U.S. defense expenditures, impacting defense stocks differently across the Atlantic.
read moreChina’s DeepSeek AI Challenges US Dominance Amid Market Decline
Stock futures are sharply down as a new AI program from a Chinese start-up, DeepSeek, threatens U.S. dominance in the sector. Launched on January 20, the free assistant has quickly gained popularity, being cheaper and more efficient than competitors like Microsoft-backed OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
read moreU S Stocks Mixed as Tech Shares Decline and Bond Yields Rise
U.S. stocks showed mixed results as Treasury yields rose, with the Dow Jones up 0.6% while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell 0.2% and 0.8%, respectively. Major tech stocks, including Nvidia and Apple, faced declines amid concerns over the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions following strong job data. Investors are closely watching upcoming economic reports, including the Consumer Price Index and earnings from major banks.
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