U.S. stock futures inched up on Tuesday as investors returned from a holiday-shortened trading week, closely monitoring diplomatic developments between the U.S. and Russia regarding the war in Ukraine. As of 06:11 ET (11:11 GMT), Dow futures rose 54 points (0.1%), S&P 500 futures gained 21 points (0.3%), and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 86 points […]
Outlook for the Week of February 17 – 21
Key Points to Watch Out For: Could the Minutes Confirm the Fed’s Commitment to a Hardline Policy? The US dollar started last week on strong footing after Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, emphasizing his intention to impose reciprocal tariffs on all countries that place tariffs on the United States. Then, […]
US Markets Close for President’s Day as Focus Shifts to US-Russia Talks
US stock markets will close on Monday for President’s Day, as investors worldwide focus on a critical meeting between US and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia over a possible Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Walmart, for example, will report its earnings later this week, providing key insights into US consumer spending. Meanwhile, gold prices remain steady as […]
Tether Meets with US Lawmakers to Discuss Stablecoin Regulations, Says CEO Paolo Ardoino
Tether is working to align its robust operations with legislative frameworks while maintaining its leadership position in the market. According to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, the company is actively collaborating with US lawmakers to help shape future stablecoin regulations. Ardoino, speaking to FOX Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, emphasized Tether’s commitment to ensuring that its voice […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Below 1.0500 After a Winning Streak
EUR/USD paused its four-day winning streak, hovering around 1.0490 during Asian trading hours. Liquidity may remain thin in the North American session as all major U.S. financial markets will be closed on Monday for Presidents’ Day. The pair has recently gained momentum as the implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs is taking longer […]
Solana: The Fast-Rising Ethereum Rival Revolutionizing Crypto
Solana is a cryptocurrency that was launched in 2020 and has been dubbed “the Ethereum killer.” In this article, we will explain what Solana is and highlight its main features. Since the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, the cryptocurrency sector has diversified with the emergence of new assets. Among these, Ethereum stands out as a […]
The SEC Recognizes Four More Solana Spot ETF Applications in a Single Day
The SEC accepted several ETF applications related to Solana on Tuesday, increasing the likelihood of their approval. While ETF experts believe that Litecoin or Dogecoin ETFs are more likely to gain approval, the SEC appears to be prioritizing Solana. The most decisive factor for ETF approval is whether the SEC classifies a token as a […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: Cleveland-Cliffs and Super Micro
Key Points To Watch Out For: Super Micro Computer (SMCI): Strong Sales Forecast Boosts Shares Super Micro Computer shares jumped 6% in premarket trading after the AI server company raised its sales guidance for fiscal 2026. This increase reflects the growing demand for technological infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence, a sector that continues to attract strong […]
US Stock Futures Slide Ahead of CPI Release, Powell to Speak Later
US stock index futures fell slightly on Wednesday ahead of the publication of the following key inflation data. Dow Jones futures fell 75 points, or 0.2%, S&P 500 futures fell 8 points, or 0.1%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 9 points, or 0.1%. Wall Street’s major indexes ended Tuesday with mixed results, as Federal Reserve […]
Dollar Consolidates Ahead of Key Inflation Report
The US dollar stabilized on Wednesday ahead of key inflation data that could shape the Federal Reserve’s future policy, following hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The dollar index, which measures the greenback’s strength against a basket of six other currencies, was trading slightly higher at 107.875 after posting some losses overnight as […]