Stocks Rally as Traders Await Nvidia Earnings Report

US stocks rebounded strongly on Wednesday, breaking a four-day losing streak as investors positioned for Nvidia’s highly anticipated earnings report. The tech-heavy Nasdaq led gains with a 1.5% advance while the S&P 500 rose 0.9%, with traders hoping strong results from the AI chipmaker would ease concerns about stretched tech valuations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 108 points, or 0.2%, as market sentiment turned cautiously optimistic ahead of the crucial earnings release.

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Key Market Insights and Earnings to Watch This Week

U.S. stocks ended last week on a low note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 1.7% and 2.5%, respectively. This week, earnings from Nvidia, Home Depot, and Lowe’s will be pivotal for market direction, alongside the personal consumption expenditures index due Friday.Berkshire Hathaway reported a 71% increase in operating profit for Q4, totaling $14.53 billion, while Elon Musk’s recent actions regarding federal employees have sparked controversy. Additionally, CNBC’s Changemakers list highlights 50 women innovating in various sectors, amidst ongoing challenges in corporate leadership representation.

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Nvidia a Strong Buy While Lowe’s Faces Challenges This Week

U.S. stocks faced their worst week of 2025, with the S&P 500 down 1.7% and the Dow and Nasdaq both losing 2.5%, amid concerns over tariffs, inflation, and economic conditions. Nvidia is highlighted as a strong buy ahead of its earnings report, expected to show a 67% increase in EPS and a 72% rise in revenue, while Lowe’s is advised to be avoided due to profitability struggles.

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