U.S. stock futures ticked slightly higher early Wednesday as investors monitored a tentative ceasefire between Israel and Iran and awaited further comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. As of 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT), Dow Jones futures were up 20 points (0.1%), S&P 500 futures rose 4 points (0.1%), and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 25 […]
Key Points To Watch Out For: Occidental Petroleum (OXY), Exxon Mobil (XOM), APA (APA): Fall After Truce in the Middle East Energy stocks declined in premarket trading after Israel confirmed a ceasefire with Iran, easing pressure on oil prices. Occidental Petroleum and APA led the losses, each falling nearly 2%. The drop in oil prices […]
U.S. stock futures advanced early Tuesday as investor sentiment improved following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. By 06:33 ET (10:33 GMT), Dow Jones futures were up 294 points (0.7%), S&P 500 futures gained 49 points (0.8%), and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 225 points (1.0%). Major indexes had already ended […]
Key Points To Watch Out For: Exxon (XOM), Chevron (CVX), BP (BP), Occidental Petroleum (OXY): Rebound After Attack in Iran Energy stocks rose modestly in premarket trading after the United States attacked nuclear facilities in Iran over the weekend. The event elevated tensions in the Middle East and raised alarms about a possible blockade of […]
U.S. stock index futures edged higher on Monday as investors assessed the market impact of U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend. Tehran has not yet clarified its response, stating only that it “reserves all options” to defend itself. Iran condemned President Trump’s actions, calling him a “gambler” and warning of “everlasting consequences.” […]
Key Points To Watch Out For: Hasbro (HAS): Layoffs Due to Restructuring and Tariff Pressure Toy manufacturer Hasbro has announced the layoff of 3% of its workforce, amounting to approximately 150 employees. The move is part of a multi-year restructuring plan. The company, famous for Monopoly and Nerf, had already warned in April that tariffs […]
U.S. stock futures held steady early Wednesday, paring earlier gains after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a sharp rebuke to U.S. demands, escalating tensions in the Middle East just hours before the Federal Reserve is set to announce its latest policy decision. As of 07:10 ET (11:10 GMT), Dow Jones futures dipped 27 […]
Key Points To Watch Out For: SunRun (RUN): Slumps After Solar Incentives Eliminated SunRun shares plunged 25% in premarket trading after the Republican-controlled Senate upheld the complete elimination of tax credits for solar and wind energy in President Trump’s budget bill. Enphase Energy and First Solar also posted sharp declines, reflecting the broader negative impact […]
U.S. stock index futures declined early Tuesday amid renewed concerns over the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, just ahead of key U.S. economic data and the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting. As of 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT), Dow Jones futures were down 270 points (-0.6%), S&P 500 futures fell 36 points (-0.6%), and Nasdaq […]
Key Points To Watch Out For: Victoria’s Secret (VSCO): Activist Pressure Boosts Value Victoria’s Secret shares rose 2.5% in early trading after news that an activist investor had taken a meaningful stake in the company. The investor is reportedly pushing for changes to the board of directors and wants to redirect strategic focus back to […]
