U.S. stock and index markets rose on Wednesday, buoyed by Alphabet’s gains after the tech giant reported better-than-expected earnings, setting a positive tone for upcoming tech sector earnings. On Tuesday, Wall Street indexes closed with mixed results as investors flocked to tech stocks, while most other sectors lagged. The Nasdaq Composite Index rose by 0.8%, […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: PayPal, Ford, and Pfizer
Key points: PayPal (PYPL) Drops After Disappointing Results PayPal’s quarterly revenue slightly missed expectations, with lower-than-anticipated forecasts weighing on the stock. Shares were down more than 5% in premarket trading. Pfizer (PFE) Rises on Strong Earnings Pfizer shares rose 2% premarket after quarterly earnings and sales beat estimates. The company also raised its annual forecast, […]
US Stock Markets Steady Ahead of Key Economic Data and Tech Earnings
U.S. stock markets and indices remained stable on Tuesday after a positive session on Wall Street, with investors bracing for a week filled with earnings reports and crucial economic data. On Monday, Wall Street indexes posted slight gains, remaining near all-time highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led with a 0.7% rise, while the S&P […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: OXY, XOM, CrowdStrike, and Ford
Key points: The stock market saw significant movement today, with companies in oil and technology standing out. Here’s a look at the pre-market performance of these companies and updates on notable corporate events, providing insights for investors assessing potential portfolio impacts. Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Occidental Petroleum (OXY) Stocks Exxon Mobil and Occidental Petroleum shares […]
U.S. Stock Markets Rise Amid Key Data Expectations in Tech Sector and Nonfarm Payrolls
U.S. stock markets and indexes rose on Monday, buoyed by easing geopolitical tensions at the beginning of a week filled with pivotal technology sector earnings, monthly nonfarm payroll data, and the final stretch of campaigning ahead of the U.S. presidential election. Oil Prices Drop as Risk Appetite Grows Risk appetite surged on Monday, while crude […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: McDonald’s and Starbucks
Key points: McDonald’s (MCD) Faces Serious Trouble from E. coli Outbreak McDonald’s shares were down 7% at the close of market trading due to a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder burgers. This incident has raised concerns about food safety, impacting investor confidence in the company. As of now, McDonald’s has not […]
U.S. Stock Markets Lower on Rising Yields, Election Fears, Corporate Data
U.S. stocks and indexes declined on Wednesday as investors analyzed corporate earnings amid rising Treasury yields and political uncertainty with less than two weeks to go before the presidential election. Wall Street indexes are down from their all-time highs this week, pressured by rising Treasury yields. The 10-year rate rose on Tuesday to a nearly […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: GE Aerospace, Nvidia, and Verizon
Key points: GE Aerospace (GE) Falls Despite Beating Expectations GE Aerospace shares declined despite surpassing expectations for adjusted earnings and revenue. While the company met its full-year guidance, investors had anticipated stronger results, leading to a slight drop in the stock price. Nvidia (NVDA) Marks a Milestone in the Market Nvidia, the maker of artificial […]
U.S. Stock Markets Pull Back, Large Volume of Third-Quarter Results Expected
Stock index futures, along with U.S. equities, were lower on Tuesday, as attention shifted to the third-quarter results of several large companies. Most major Wall Street indexes posted slightly negative sessions on Monday, with the Dow Jones index down 0.8%, ending three straight sessions of gains. The S&P 500 index lost 0.2%, while the Nasdaq […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: Boeing, Kenvue, and Humana
Key points: Boeing (BA) Moves Toward Ending the Strike Boeing has reached a tentative agreement with the machinists’ union, which could end the strike that has paralyzed much of its production. Boeing shares rose more than 3% in pre-market trading, reflecting the positive impact of the agreement on its valuation. This move is crucial for […]