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Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Scott Bessent Touts 'Toughest Sanctions' for Iran— Ross Stores, Strategy, Flowers Foods in Focus

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:30:18 +0000

U.S. stock futures advanced on Friday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Thursday’s lower close.

In response to the ongoing Middle East tensions, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that the nation will levy "the toughest sanctions in history" against Iran. This statement comes after President Donald Trump previously threatened "Economic Warfare" along with "tremendous" ramifications for any countries assisting Tehran.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.69%, and the two-year bond was at 4.18%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 34.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.42% at $765.82, while the QQQ advanced by 0.66% to $715.61.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Fall as Trump Launches ‘Operation Economic Fury’ on Iran— BULL, WMT, MRK Stock in Focus

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:45:18 +0000

U.S. stock futures were lower on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices fell, following Wednesday’s higher close.

Macroeconomic indicators offered a reassuring backdrop on Thursday, as initial jobless claims fell by 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 206,000 for the week ending Aug. 15, while the Philadelphia Fed’s general business activity index rose 6 points to a five-year high of 47.4 in August.

President Donald Trump announced a harsh economic offensive against Iran dubbed "Operation Economic Fury," threatening severe consequences for any nation offering Tehran financial support. The aggressive stance and tightening U.S. naval grip around the Strait of Hormuz escalated Middle East geopolitical tensions, driving Brent crude higher toward $92 a barrel.

"Their navy is gone, their air force is destroyed, their military factories are now rubble, their currency is worthless, and their country is hanging by a thread," Trump said in a post on Truth Social, calling the effort an "economic D-Day."

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.66%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing in a 32.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.56% at $764.76, while the QQQ declined by 0.85% to $710.02.

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Dow Jones Gains, Nasdaq 100 Drops as Trump Says 'No Talks' Are Happening With Iran— Keysight Technologies, Mercury Systems, SK Hynix in Focus

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:45:37 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday, as the Nasdaq 100 index fell, while Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices rose, following Tuesday's lower close.

Investors are waiting for some direction on the Federal Reserve’s trajectory, following its suspension of guidance, as the minutes of the Fed’s July FOMC meeting will be published today.

Asian markets plunged on Wednesday as South Korea’s KOSPI tumbled over 5% and semiconductor giants SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics suffered steep losses, triggering a sell-side sidecar in Seoul. The regional sell-off came amid escalating US-Iran tensions that pushed Brent crude above $91 a barrel after President Donald Trump ruled out talks with Tehran.

“There are no talks or conversations going on, or scheduled, with the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Trump said in a Truth Social post.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.68%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 32.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.066% at $767.96, while the QQQ declined by 0.042% to $717.21.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Fall as Trump Rejects Extending Ceasefire With Iran—Home Depot, Super League, Flexsteel in Focus

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:45:35 +0000

U.S. stock futures were lower on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices fell, following Monday’s lower close.

On the economic front, market sentiment faced headwinds from housing data as U.S. housing starts dropped 12.4% month-over-month in July to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,239,000.

Meanwhile, import prices held steady in July, signaling stabilizing price pressures on foreign goods following previous upward trends.

Brent Crude futures were trading above $91, as geopolitical tensions escalated after President Donald Trump rejected extending a temporary ceasefire with Iran. The standoff, compounded by Tehran’s threat to adopt a “fully offensive” military posture, has renewed fears over energy supplies and potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.74%, and the two-year bond was at 4.19%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 36.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.45% at $769.19, while the QQQ declined by 1.24% to $720.80.

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Dow Futures Slips, Nasdaq 100, S&P 500 Rises as Fed Rate Hike Odds Drop to 30% for September—SanDisk, Micron, HIVE Digital in Focus

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:55:20 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Monday, as the Dow Jones index slipped and the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 futures rose, following Friday’s lower close.

On the macroeconomic front, manufacturing activity in New York State expanded sharply in August, with the Empire State Manufacturing Survey's general business conditions index rising five points to 20.6—its highest reading in over four years. While solid growth in new orders and shipments boosted sentiment, underlying pressure persisted as input costs rose and supply availability continued to worsen.

Wall Street faces a pivotal retail earnings week to gauge consumer health, featuring Home Depot Inc. (NYSE:HD) on Tuesday, Target Corp. (NYSE:TGT) and TJX Companies Inc. (NYSE:TJX) on Wednesday, and Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) on Thursday. Macro-wise, in-line inflation numbers pulled September Fed rate hike expectations down, with investors also awaiting Wednesday’s July FOMC minutes.

President Donald Trump commended a recently established “Mecca Joint Defence Agreement” involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, describing it as a “BIG, BOLD, AND IMPORTANT FIRST STEP” toward self-defense for these nations.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.68%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 30.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.068% at $776.87, while the QQQ advanced by 0.34% to $733.55.

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Dow Jones Futures Slip, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Gains as US Says it Can Maintain Iran Blockade 'Indefinitely'—SanDisk, Workday, Applied Materials in Focus

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:45:13 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Friday, as the Dow Jones index slipped and the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices rose, following Thursday’s higher close.

U.S. retail sales dipped 0.6% in July to $763.6 billion following a revised 0.2% gain in June, signaling a modest pullback in consumer spending despite a solid 5.0% increase compared to a year ago.

According to Reuters, the U.S. stated it can maintain its naval blockade of Iran “indefinitely,” and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of impending measures “never been seen in the history of economic isolation.”

The economic pressure campaign follows fresh Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, where falling shipping traffic has led the International Energy Agency to forecast a 4% drop in global oil supply this year.

The unchanged July Producer Price Index reading added to signs of easing inflation following Wednesday’s softer-than-expected Consumer Price Index report. Traders subsequently scaled back expectations for a September Fed rate hike, with markets pricing a 32.4% probability of an increase and a 67.6% chance of no change.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.66%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 32.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.055% at $778.31, while the QQQ advanced by 0.18% to $733.41.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Rise, Nasdaq Falls as July Inflation Cools—Cisco Systems, Netflix, Applied Materials in Focus

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:20 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday, as the Nasdaq 100 index fell and the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices rose, following Wednesday's lower close.

On the economic front, July’s headline Producer Price Index (PPI) remained unchanged month-over-month, while core PPI—excluding foods, energy, and trade services—rose 0.4%. Meanwhile, initial jobless claims for the week ending Aug. 8 increased by 9,000 to 209,000, indicating continued labor market resilience.

After the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 3.4% year-over-year in July, down from June’s 3.5% increase, in line with expectations, investors will review July’s PPI and ex-food & energy PPI data, set to be released before the opening bell.

The U.S. and Iran made no progress on reviving their interim peace agreement, leaving the Strait of Hormuz heavily disrupted amid fresh attacks on commercial shipping, according to Reuters. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated as President Donald Trump took to social media, declaring that “Iran is all talk and no action, the Bully of the Middle East No Longer.”

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.67%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool projections show markets pricing a 36.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.16% at $773.74, while the QQQ declined by 0.018% to $723.57.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as July CPI Comes In-Line With Expectations—CoreWeave, Nebius, Super Micro, Lumentum in Focus

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:45:34 +0000

U.S. stock futures were higher on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices rose, following Tuesday's lower close.

U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for July 2026 came in fully inline with expectations, rising 0.1% month-over-month and 3.4% on an annualized basis.

Core CPI, which strips out volatile food and energy costs, also matched projections with a 0.2% monthly increase and a 2.5% year-over-year advance, driven largely by shelter costs while falling energy prices helped keep overall inflation muted.

In the geopolitical update, renewed attacks on shipping in the Gulf of Oman and Red Sea, coupled with Iran declaring the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, signaled a widening impasse in war negotiations, according to Reuters.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.68%, and the two-year bond was at 4.21%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 48.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.18% at $771.91, while the QQQ advanced by 0.65% to $723.15.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Slip as Trump Demands Compensation From Iran—Rocket Lab, ASTS SpaceMobile, Plug Power in Focus

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:45:40 +0000

U.S. stock futures pared losses to advance on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Monday's lower close.

Small business sentiment provided a bright spot for the economy as the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in July to 99.8, surpassing its 52-year historical average of 98.0 to hit its highest level since August 2025.

The gain was largely propelled by a surge in hiring plans—which jumped 9 points to a net 20%—alongside improved capital expenditure expectations, signaling that small firms are seeing potential spillover opportunities from broader economic growth despite ongoing inflation and geopolitical uncertainties.

Brent Crude Oil futures climbed 2.52% to $89.93, as President Donald Trump demanded that Iran pay compensation for historical damages and deaths, dimming hopes for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to Reuters. The new demands complicate peace efforts following Tehran’s insistence on an end to sanctions before reopening the vital shipping lane.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.73%, and the two-year bond was at 4.03%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 51.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.19% at $774.48, while the QQQ advanced by 0.39% to $723.71.

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Dow Futures Slip, S&P 500 Gains as Trump Says US Is 'Only Semi-Negotiating' With Iran—T. Rowe Price, Plug Power, BIO-Key in Focus

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:45:45 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Monday, as the Dow Jones index slipped and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Friday’s higher close.

Investors will be closely tracking the cost-of-living checkup this week, featuring July inflation data along with updates on consumer spending and sentiment. These reports will offer vital insight into whether consumer resilience can withstand mounting geopolitical pressures and elevated energy prices.

Meanwhile, Iran stated the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen unless the U.S. meets its demands, despite a deal with Oman entering its “final stages.” The geopolitical standoff comes as President Donald Trump noted the U.S. is “only semi-negotiating” with Tehran, keeping energy markets on edge.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.65%, and the two-year bond was at 4.21%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 43.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.15% at $774.44, while the QQQ advanced by 0.41% to $726.01.

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Dow, S&P 500 Futures Gain Even as July Nonfarm Payrolls Unexpectedly Contract—Atlassian, Trade Desk, Cloudflare in Focus

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:45:13 +0000

U.S. stock futures were higher on Friday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Thursday's lower close.

The U.S. labor market unexpectedly cooled in July as nonfarm payrolls dropped by 23,000, sharply missing FactSet's forecast of a 97,500 gain and falling below June's revised 20,000 increase. Despite the job contraction, the unemployment rate ticked down to 4.1%—beating expectations of 4.2%—while average hourly earnings remained essentially flat at $37.62, up 3.2% year-over-year.

Meanwhile, Iran and Oman were continuing negotiations on a proposed framework for the Strait of Hormuz that would allow the two countries more control over the strategic shipping route.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.67%, and the two-year bond was at 4.24%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 54.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.28% at $770.75, while the QQQ advanced by 0.81% to $720.47.

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Dow Futures Gain, Nasdaq 100 Slips as Hormuz Deal Talks Progress—SpaceX, SanDisk, AppLovin in Focus

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:45:17 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday, as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices rose and the Nasdaq 100 index declined, following Wednesday’s mixed close.

According to Reuters, a proposed Oman-brokered deal could hand Tehran control over inbound shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, marking a potentially major concession in the five-month conflict.

While crude prices eased with Brent Oil Futures trading around $79.91 per barrel at the last check, Iran reported the shipping agreement was in its final stages; significant sticking points remain over control and cargo fees, with Washington continuing to resist Iranian authority over the waterway.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.62%, and the two-year bond was at 4.20%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 54.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.18% at $771.20, while the QQQ declined by 0.31% to $715.09.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Gain After Scott Bessent Signals Strait of Hormuz Deal With Iran in Sight—AMD, SpaceX, SanDisk in Focus

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:45:09 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices advanced, after the Dow and S&P 500 hit new all-time highs on Tuesday and closed higher.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in an interview with CNBC that there is a chance that the Iran deal may be reached on Tuesday or Wednesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore the navigation of commercial ships through the critical waterway.

"We are in talks with the Iranians," Bessent said, while adding that there could be major relief across energy products, fertilizers, refined products and industrial gases once a deal is reached with Iran.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.607%, and the two-year bond was at 4.20%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 58.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.34% at $773.95, while the QQQ declined by 0.16% to $722.67.

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S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq Futures Rise After Strong Monday Gains— McDonald's, AMD, Palantir in Focus

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:45:15 +0000

U.S. stock futures edged higher on Tuesday, extending the previous session’s gains after President Donald Trump said he would halt further military strikes on Iran, easing fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East and sending oil prices sharply lower.

Dow futures rose about 0.2%, while S&P 500 futures gained 0.2% and Nasdaq-100 futures advanced 0.3%, as investors continued to favour risk assets.

Wall Street rallied on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing at a record high as falling crude prices and strength in heavyweight technology stocks lifted sentiment. WTI crude tumbled more than 5% to settle at $80.34 a barrel after Trump’s comments signalled a de-escalation in tensions.

Investors will now shift their focus to a fresh batch of corporate earnings, with Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) and McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) scheduled to report before the opening bell and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) due to release results after the market closes.

On the economic front, traders will also monitor June factory orders and U.S. international trade data for further clues on the strength of the economy, while assessing whether easing geopolitical tensions continue to support the recent rebound in equities.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.69%, and the two-year bond was at 4.26%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 62.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.11% at $758.48, while the QQQ advanced by 0.57% to $704.05.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Trump Halts 'Massive Attack' on Iran—Atkore, Alibaba, ArcelorMittal in Focus

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:50:15 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 indices advanced, following Friday’s higher close.

President Donald Trump called off a planned strike on Iran to resume negotiations. Over the weekend, Trump said negotiations with Iran would begin Monday after he halted what he described as a “massive attack.”

Investors have a heavy slate of economic updates and quarterly earnings to watch this week. Key economic releases include July’s nonfarm payrolls employment report and ISM manufacturing and services PMI readings.

On the corporate front, Wall Street’s focus will turn to Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:SPCX) issuing its first-ever quarterly results as a public company on Tuesday, alongside key earnings reports from chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD) and media powerhouse Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.69%, and the two-year bond was at 4.25%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 64.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.44% at $750.30, while the QQQ advanced by 0.13% to $688.88.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain Amid Cooler June PCE Inflation Data and Slower-Than-Expected Q2 GDP—Apple, Amazon, Coinbase in Focus

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:45:28 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 indices advanced, following Thursday’s higher close.

On Thursday, cooler June PCE inflation data and softer-than-expected second-quarter GDP reinforced expectations that inflation pressures may be easing after the Fed left rates unchanged at its July meeting.

Heightened security concerns around Egypt’s Suez Canal—amplified by a recent drone attack near Damietta—could increase war-risk insurance premiums, raise shipping costs and, if disruptions persist, add to inflationary pressures.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.65%, and the two-year bond was at 4.24%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 63% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.31% at $743.96, while the QQQ advanced by 0.94% to $690.00.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates—Meta, Microsoft, Apple in Focus

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:45:57 +0000

U.S. stock futures were higher on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Wednesday’s lower close.

U.S. Central Command, or CENTCOM, initiated airstrikes against targets in Iran on Wednesday evening following attempted Iranian attacks on U.S. personnel in the Middle East. U.S. Central Command described the action on X, stating, “The strikes are a powerful response to yesterday’s attempted Iranian attacks on U.S. forces based in the Middle East.”

Investors digested the Federal Reserve‘s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, which came alongside a rare dissent from three FOMC members who voted in favor of a rate hike as inflation persists above the Fed’s 2% target.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.69%, and the two-year bond was at 4.27%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 65.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve hiking the current interest rates during its September meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.32% at $731.78, while the QQQ advanced by 0.52% to $665.18.

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Dow Futures Slip, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Rise as Investors Await Federal Reserve's Decision On Interest Rates—Ford, Bloom, Microsoft in Focus

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:45:57 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones index slipped, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices gained, following Tuesday's mixed close.

This comes as the U.S. military said it intercepted a surprise Iranian missile attack after U.S. Central Command, or CENTCOM, said Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at U.S. forces in the Middle East, reviving concerns over Middle East stability and global energy supplies.

Additionally, President Donald Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday that the U.S. should have the lowest interest rate in the world.

Investors are eagerly waiting for the Federal Open Market Committee decision on interest rates today as Fed Chair Kevin Warsh eliminated any forward-looking guidance during his last speech.

Despite no forward guidance, the CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 70.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.61%, and the two-year bond was at 4.30%.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.089% at $740.20, while the QQQ declined by 0.10% to $674.79.

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Dow Jones Futures Gain as Coca-Cola Jumps After Q2 Beat, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Decline—Boeing, Johnson & Johnson in Focus

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:45:54 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices gained but Nasdaq 100 slipped, following Monday's mixed close.

June's advance economic indicators report signaled trade relief alongside stable inventory management. The U.S. goods trade deficit narrowed by 4.2% to $101.5 billion in June as imports dropped more sharply than exports. Meanwhile, advance wholesale inventories ticked up 0.3% to $945.9 billion, while advance retail inventories held virtually flat at $831.3 billion.

President Donald Trump dismissed allegations that Russia is sharing high-level intelligence with Iran, stating on Monday that any potential aid “hasn’t had much impact.”

Meanwhile, Trump is set to host separate White House meetings on Tuesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss ending the war with Russia and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to focus on Iran and regional diplomacy. Meanwhile, Brent crude futures fell 2.66% to $83.59.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.61%, and the two-year bond was at 4.29%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool shows markets pricing in a 68.5% likelihood that the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged at its July meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.15% at $740.17, while the QQQ declined by 0.63% to $677.82.

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S&P 500, Dow Jones Futures Rise as US-Iran Halt Retaliatory Strikes—Microchip Technology, AMD, Nucor in Focus

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:45:56 +0000

U.S. stock futures were rising on Monday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices advanced, following Friday’s mixed close.

Over the weekend, the U.S. suspended its 13-night airstrike campaign against Iran to allow for diplomacy and assess munitions stocks. In response, a senior Iranian official confirmed Tehran would also halt retaliatory strikes as long as the U.S. pause continues.

Investors are preparing for a critical week as four ‘Magnificent 7’ heavyweights—Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL)—report quarterly results, alongside the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) interest rate decision on Wednesday presided over by Chair Kevin Warsh.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.64%, and the two-year bond was at 4.30%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 68.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.94% at $745.85, while the QQQ advanced by 1.57% to $695.

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Dow, Nasdaq 100, S&P 500 Futures Slip As GOOGL, Elon Musk's TSLA Drag After Q2 Earnings—Intel, ServiceNow, Quantumscape in Focus

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:18 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Wednesday’s higher close.

On the economic data front, U.S. initial jobless claims dropped sharply by 22,000 to a seasonally adjusted 187,000 for the week ending July 18. The lower-than-expected figure was down from the previous week's revised 209,000.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.67%, and the two-year bond was at 4.31%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 64.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.54% at $743.34, while the QQQ declined by 0.82% to $699.59.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Fall As Chip Stocks Cool Down and Tesla, Alphabet Gear Up for Earnings— Super Micro, Capital One in Focus

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:45:18 +0000

U.S. stock futures tied to the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell on Wednesday, following Tuesday’s higher close.

Chip stocks were under pressure after stocks like Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU), and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) slipped in pre-market trading, following Tuesday’s gains.

At the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ meeting in the Philippines, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that "The problem we’re having right now is that they’re not serious about talks.” This pushed crude oil prices higher.

Tech optimism offset anxieties surrounding the Iran conflict and U.S. trade policy. However, on Monday, President Donald Trump sparked renewed trade war fears by imposing 50% tariffs on select Canadian goods, including beer, milk, and chemicals.

Additionally, during a Senate hearing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended a $70 billion supplemental funding request as the Pentagon raised its estimated cost for the U.S.-Israel war against Iran to $37.5 billion.

Also, Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG), Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), IBM (NYSE:IBM), and Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) are all set to report Wednesday after the closing bell.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.62%, and the two-year bond was at 4.25%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 78.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down by 0.41% at $746.22, while the QQQ declined by 1.04% to $701.59.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Rise as Tech Stocks Lead the Rally—Nebius, Archer, IREN in Focus

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:45:59 +0000

U.S. stock futures advanced on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Monday’s lower close.

The gains were led by a tech rally as Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SOXQ), an ETF directly designed to track the performance of the PHLX Semiconductor Sector Index, jumped by 4.27% in premarket trading. Its top components, Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU), and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO), were also trading higher before the opening bell on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia on Monday, threatening to open a new front in the U.S.–Iran conflict and further endangering global trade and energy supplies beyond the Persian Gulf.

Additionally, at President Donald Trump’s direction, U.S. forces carried out a new round of strikes against Iranian military targets to degrade Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.59%, and the two-year bond was at 4.20%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing an 83.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.39% at $745.01, while the QQQ advanced by 1.26% to $704.84.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Trump Says Iran is 'Very, Very Badly Damaged'— Eva Live, RTX, Synopsys in Focus

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:45:25 +0000

U.S. stock futures advanced on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Friday’s lower close.

The U.S. military launched a ninth straight night of strikes against Iran to protect critical oil shipping routes, with CENTCOM stating, "The strikes will continue degrading Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels and civilian mariners transiting the Strait of Hormuz."

As the U.S. troop death toll reached 17, President Donald Trump signaled the operation will persist, noting, "Iran has been very, very badly damaged. They’ve lost everything almost militarily."

While limited economic data is scheduled to be released this week, investors are expecting earnings results from companies like Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM), and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.55%, and the two-year bond was at 4.18%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing an 87.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.44% at $746.53, while the QQQ advanced by 0.497% to $702.04.

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Dow, Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Slump as Trump Says U.S. Is Going 'Great'— Netflix, Coca-Cola, Nebius in Focus

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:45:23 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Friday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Thursday's lower close.

June housing starts saw a rebound, which surged 19.0% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,427,000 units. This significant jump in residential construction effectively overshadowed a milder 0.3% uptick in June import prices, calming immediate inflation anxieties as a monthly drop in fuel import costs helped temper the overall advance.

The Nasdaq 100 index plunged by 1.62% on Thursday amid a sell-off in tech stocks. Shares of Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD) both fell by more than 5% each.

On Thursday night, President Donald Trump aggressively praised domestic economic progress during an impromptu primetime address, declaring that the U.S. is enjoying unprecedented global investment and has become “the hottest country anywhere in the world.” Trump asserted the nation is doing “great” with historic employment figures.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.53%, and the two-year bond was at 4.12%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing an 89.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 0.985% at $744.32, while the QQQ declined by 1.81% to $693.19.

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Dow Futures Rise, S&P 500 Falls As Trump Says Iran Wants To Negotiate— AtaiBeckley, J B Hunt, AST SpaceMobile in Focus

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:05 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday, as the Dow Jones index rose while the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices fell, following Wednesday's higher close.

The domestic retail sales growth cooled to a modest 0.2% in June, and regional manufacturing performance staged an aggressive rebound as the July Philadelphia Fed Business Outlook Survey surged 31 points to a nearly five-year high of 41.4.

Compounding the positive momentum, labor market pressures eased unexpectedly, with weekly initial jobless claims dropping by 8,000 to a seasonally adjusted 208,000.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.57%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing an 89.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.061% at $754.35, while the QQQ declined by 0.29% to $715.68.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Gain as Trump Vows 'Very Hard' Strikes on Iran—Pentair, ASML Holding, Intel in Focus

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:45:14 +0000

U.S. stock futures were higher on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices rose, following Tuesday’s higher close.

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump stated that U.S. strikes in Iran would continue into the next week, warning of “very hard” hits as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate. He declared that "Oil is flowing like never before" due to American military operations keeping the shipping lane open.

Investors await the June producer price index data scheduled to be released before the market opens.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.60%, and the two-year bond was at 4.20%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing an 85.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.25% at $753.68, while the QQQ advanced by 0.50% to $723.30.

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Dow Jones Futures Fall, Nasdaq 100 Gains as Trump Calls US the 'Guardian' of Hormuz Strait—Tower Semiconductor, Twin Vee, JPMorgan In Focus

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:45:54 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Tuesday, as the Nasdaq 100 index advanced, while the Dow Jones and S&P 500 indices fell, following Monday’s lower close.

As the U.S. and Iran attacks continued for the third straight night, U.S. Central Command said that operations were aimed at imposing "a heavy cost" on Iranian forces and reducing their ability to attack commercial shipping and civilians in the Strait of Hormuz.

Responding to President Donald Trump‘s Truth Social post, calling the U.S. the “GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi argued that "Iran has always been the GUARDIAN of the Strait and will remain so FOREVER.”

Investors await the June consumer price index data scheduled to be released before the market opens. According to FactSet, the median year-over-year estimate for the CPI for June 2026 is 3.8%. If 3.8% is the actual year-over-year increase in the CPI, it will mark a decrease relative to the previous month. However, it will also be above the trailing 12-month average of 3.0%.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.62%, and the two-year bond was at 4.28%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 58.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.0047% at $748.82, while the QQQ advanced by 0.47% to $715.08.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Fall as Investors Await SK Hynix Debut and US Reportedly Mulls ‘Technical Talks’ With Iran— PMGC Holdings, WD-40, Netflix In Focus

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:45:02 +0000

U.S. stock futures were lower on Friday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices fell, following Thursday’s higher close.

As the tensions in the Middle East re-escalated this week, MS Now reported that the U.S. will engage in “technical talks” with Iran and remains committed to resolving the conflict. This followed fresh reports from the Wall Street Journal on Thursday that said Iran has developed a fresh plan to kill President Donald Trump, marking what could be a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran.

Market attention is centered on the AI sector ahead of SK Hynix Inc.’s (NASDAQ:SKHY) highly anticipated Nasdaq debut. This IPO arrives as investors evaluate a recent semiconductor sell-off that has tested confidence in the AI boom.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.54%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 79.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 0.11% at $750.91, while the QQQ declined by 0.48% to $719.73.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones Futures Rise as US-Iran Exchange Strikes—Levi Strauss, AZZ, Ionis Pharma In Focus

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:45:38 +0000

U.S. stock futures advanced on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Wednesday’s mixed close.

Investor sentiment was supported by a resilient labor market as initial jobless claims ticked down to 215,000 for the week ending July 4. The slight decline from the previous week's revised 217,000 underscores a steady and mature economic expansion, giving the Federal Reserve more breathing room on monetary policy.

After President Donald Trump declared that the Iran ceasefire was “over,” the U.S. military launched additional strikes on Iran aimed at weakening Tehran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded with strikes against U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf doubled down on claims about Tehran controlling the Strait of Hormuz and said the U.S. still has not learned that "bullying" and going back on commitments are no longer without consequences.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.56%, and the two-year bond was at 4.19%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 72.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.31% at $747.74, while the QQQ advanced by 0.98% to $718.38.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Fall as Trump Says Iran Ceasefire Is 'Over'— Saratoga, Exxon Mobil, Levi's Strauss In Focus

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:45:48 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Tuesday’s lower close.

President Donald Trump, while speaking in Ankara ahead of a ⁠NATO summit in the Turkish capital, said that the memorandum of understanding signed ⁠with Iran to end the conflict was “over,” according to Reuters.

This followed as American military actions targeting Iran late Tuesday reignited anxieties in the Middle East. CENTCOM said that “U.S. Central Command forces have begun launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway.”

Investors are also awaiting the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting with Kevin Warsh as the new Chairman, which will be released later today.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.56%, and the two-year bond was at 4.20%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 72.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.59% at $743.30, while the QQQ declined by 0.90% to $703.08.

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Dow Jones Futures Gain, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Slips As SpaceX Debuts On The Exchange—Rivian, Micron In Focus

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:05:59 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones index rose while the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices fell, following Monday’s higher close.

On Monday, President Donald Trump said the federal government has deposited the first $1,000 into more than 500,000 newly created "Trump Accounts," launching a program aimed at giving eligible American newborns an early start in investing.

He also announced that Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) will be significantly reducing prices at the request of his administration

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.50%, and the two-year bond was at 4.13%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 74.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.14% at $750.24 , while the QQQ declined by 0.93% to $716.11.

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Dow Jones Futures Fall, S&P 500, Nasdaq Gain Following Independence Day Weekend— Intel, SanDisk, Tesla, Ford In Focus

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:45:14 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Monday, as the Dow Jones index fell, while the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices rose, following Thursday's mixed close.

The positive moves followed a long Independence Day weekend, which saw the Nasdaq Composite move down amid a decline in semiconductor stocks, even while the Dow Jones index surged to record highs during Thursday’s session.

Major updates this week include Elon Musk‘s Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:SPCX) joining the Nasdaq 100 index before Tuesday’s opening bell. This week’s quarterly results from PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) and Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:DAL) will show investors how uncertainty and volatile oil prices have impacted consumers. SK Hynix will also list on Nasdaq this Friday.

Job growth cooled sharply in June, with payrolls rising just 57,000 — well below the 115,000 consensus and down from a revised 129,000 in May. April was also cut by 31,000, bringing combined revisions to a net minus 74,000.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 4.11%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 75.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.46% at $748.17, while the QQQ advanced by 1.30% to $721.88.

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Dow Jones Futures Rise, Nasdaq Falls as Trump Says Iran's 'Denuclearization' Is Going Well—CoreWeave, Nebius, Micron, Franklin Covey in Focus

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:45:03 +0000

U.S. stock futures pared earlier losses to advance on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Wednesday's lower close.

Investors digested a cooler-than-expected labor market picture as June nonfarm payrolls increased by a mere 57,000, significantly missing the 100,000 FactSet estimate, while the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2%.

Meanwhile, seasonally adjusted initial jobless claims for the week ending June 27 ticked down slightly to 215,000. Trading volume is expected to remain light as the market will be closed tomorrow, Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.

As U.S. stocks logged their strongest quarter since 2020, the market milestone was celebrated by President Donald Trump following positive developments in indirect U.S.-Iran negotiations in Qatar.

Easing global energy supply fears, Trump told reporters, "As far as things are going, the denuclearization of Iran is moving along well," adding, "They’ve had very good meetings and we’ll see."

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.49%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 70.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 016% at $746.95, while the QQQ advanced by 0.29% to $727.25.

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Dow, Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Fall As Iran Rules Out Direct Talks With US— Nike, Constellation Brands, Bloom Energy In Focus

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:45:38 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Tuesday’s higher close.

Market sentiment faced fresh geopolitical pressure as Iran ruled out direct talks with U.S. envoys, stating that "no meeting at any level with the American side has been scheduled for the coming days." The diplomatic impasse casts uncertainty over a fragile ceasefire near a critical oil transit route, pushing negotiators to communicate solely through Qatari mediators.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.47%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool’s projections show markets pricing a 66.3% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.18% at $745.42, while the QQQ declined by 0.54% to $732.45.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Rise As Trump Demands Lower Gas Prices 'Immediately'—Vishay Intertechnology, AeroVironment, Nike In Focus

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:45:24 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Monday's higher close.

President Donald Trump demanded on Monday that gasoline retailers immediately lower pump prices to around $2.50 a gallon following a drop in crude oil prices, warning of “big problems” for non-compliance.

In a Truth Social post, Trump wrote: “Gasoline Retailers must get their Prices down, IMMEDIATELY.” He added, “There will be no gauging, which is totally illegal. If Retailers don’t do this, big problems lie ahead! Start targeting around the $2.50 a Gallon number.”

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.36%, and the two-year bond was at 4.10%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 68.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.069% at $741.51, while the QQQ advanced by 0.16% to $725.27.

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Nasdaq, Dow S&P 500 Futures Jump As Trump Admin Says US, Iran Will 'Stand Down' For Now— Verizon, HP, Universe Pharmaceuticals In Focus

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:20:29 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Friday’s mixed close.

Late Sunday, the Donald Trump administration announced that both the U.S. and Iran will "stand down for now," allowing commercial vessels to once again move freely through the critical Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor.

Furthermore, technical implementation talks regarding the initial peace memorandum remain "on track," with a high-level diplomatic summit officially scheduled for Tuesday in Doha, Qatar.

Corporate earnings scheduled for release in this truncated week feature notable updates from Nike Inc. (NYSE:NKE), Constellation Brands Inc. (NYSE:STZ), and General Mills Inc. (NYSE:GIS).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.38%, and the two-year bond was at 4.10%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 70.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 1.09% at $736.95, while the QQQ advanced by 1.22% to $715.14.

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Dow Jones Inches Up, S&P 500 And Nasdaq Futures Slip As Tech Selloff Gathers Pace— Apple, Beyond Air In Focus

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:21 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Friday, mirroring the moves on Thursday, with the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indexes declining, while futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) edged up.

On the macroeconomic data front, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Index came in hottest since October 2023, while the first-quarter (Q1) GDP was revised upward to 2.1% from 1.7% in the third estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.378%, and the two-year bond was at 4.094%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 72.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 0.51% at $730.53, while the QQQ declined by 1% to $709.20.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Gain As AI Stocks Rally On Micron’s Strong Outlook—Qualcomm, Wendy's In Focus

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:45:55 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Wednesday’s mixed close.

On the economic data front, May's personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index rose 0.4% monthly and 4.1% year-over-year, while core PCE increased 0.3%. Meanwhile, the third estimate of first-quarter real GDP was revised up to an annual growth rate of 2.1%, up from the previously reported 1.6%.

Labor market indicators remained resilient as initial jobless claims for the week ending June 20 fell by 12,000 to 215,000. However, manufacturing momentum slowed significantly as May's new orders for manufactured durable goods fell 4.5% to $332.1 billion, breaking a two-month streak of consecutive gains.

Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent aimed at the Federal Reserve’s forecasting methods, declaring that the central bank’s interest rate dot plots are “always wrong” due to institutional “group think.” Speaking on CNBC, Bessent fully endorsed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh‘s decision to eliminate forward guidance, arguing the economy can achieve high growth without triggering inflation.

He also unveiled a comprehensive "3 through 3" economic blueprint designed to sustain high GDP growth while neutralizing "structural inflation."

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.41%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 65.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.79% at $739.01, while the QQQ advanced by 2.26% to $726.72.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Gain As Trump Targets Energy Firms Overcharging At The Pump— FedEx, Cerebras, Micron In Focus

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:45:21 +0000

U.S. stock futures pared earlier losses to advance on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices rose, following Tuesday's lower close.

President Donald Trump instructed the Department of Justice (DOJ) to look into oil firms for not lowering retail fuel costs as crude oil prices drop.

In an early Wednesday post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that energy corporations are overcharging consumers because their pump prices do not reflect the much cheaper rates they are currently paying for crude. "Gasoline prices better start going down a lot faster than what I’m seeing!" Trump wrote.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 4.19%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 63.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.46% at $736.96, while the QQQ advanced by 0.76% to $719.08.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Drop Despite Trump's 60-Day Waiver On Iran Sanctions— Infleqtion, SpaceX, Primoris In Focus

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:45:37 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Tuesday, as the Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones, and S&P 500 indices fell, following Monday’s mixed close.

President Donald Trump warned he will “do what I have to do” if Tehran fails to stick to a newly negotiated peace roadmap, which initiated a 60-day U.S. waiver on Iranian sanctions, according to Reuters. Trump added that upcoming weapons inspections would enforce “nuclear honesty,” though Iranian officials denied that discussions regarding its nuclear program had begun.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.48%, and the two-year bond was at 4.19%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 67.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 1.31% at $734.66, while the QQQ declined by 2.79% to $717.38.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Gain As Trump Threatens 'Toll' Collection At Strait Of Hormuz— Getty Images, Intel, Hyperscale In Focus

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:45:45 +0000

U.S. stock futures pared losses to advance on Monday, as the Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones, and S&P 500 indices rose. following Thursday's gains.

Critical peace negotiations in Bürgenstock, Switzerland—steered by Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi—encountered intense strain on Sunday. President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum on Truth Social, threatening severe U.S. military strikes that would eclipse those from the previous week if Iran does not instantly stop its "highly paid PROXIES in Lebanon".

Additionally, Trump stated during a Fox News interview that the U.S. intends to take command of the vital maritime passageway and enforce transit tariffs should the diplomatic negotiations break down. "If they don’t make a deal, we’ll collect tolls," Trump warned.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.49%, and the two-year bond was at 4.22%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 63.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.14% at $747.76, while the QQQ declined by 0.22% to $742.28.

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Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 Futures Surge Following Sharp Sell-Off As Fed Kept Rates Unchanged—Freecast, Smith & Wesson In Focus

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:45:17 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices advanced, following Tuesday’s sharp sell-off.

Weekly initial jobless claims edged down by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 226,000 for the week ending June 13, keeping layoffs historically low.

Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Fed manufacturing index staged a major turnaround, jumping more than 10 points to a positive 10.3 reading in June to snap a month of flatlined regional factory growth.

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve unanimously held the federal funds rate steady at 3.50%-3.75%, as widely expected, in the first policy meeting under new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. He announced five task forces to review Fed communications, the balance sheet, data sources, productivity and jobs in the AI era, and the inflation framework itself.

Thursday will mark the last trading day of this week, as the markets will be closed for Juneteenth National Independence Day on Friday.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.45%, and the two-year bond was at 4.17%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 72.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during July’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.63% at $745.64, while the QQQ advanced by 1.61% to $734.13.

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Dow Jones Futures Tumble, S&P 500 Gains As Investors Await FOMC Decision—Amkor, La-Z-Boy In Focus

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:01 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday, as the Dow Jones fell, while the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 advanced, following Tuesday’s mixed close.

U.S. retail and food services sales outpaced expectations in May, climbing 0.9% to a seasonally adjusted $763.7 billion, according to Census Bureau data released Wednesday. The solid gain—up from a revised 0.4% increase in April—signals highly resilient consumer demand heading into the summer months, providing a fresh injection of optimism for economic growth.

Investors are waiting for the Federal Open Market Committee decision on interest rates, slated to be announced during the afternoon, with Kevin Warsh as the new Fed Chairman. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

Meanwhile, even as the peace deal was agreed upon between the U.S. and Iran, recent findings by U.S. intelligence agencies reportedly suggested that Iran can now shut down the Strait of Hormuz at will, irrespective of the impending framework agreement scheduled for signing in Geneva on Friday.

Additionally, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.44%, and the two-year bond was at 4.05%.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.097% at $751.06, while the QQQ advanced by 0.62% to $734.35.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Fall, Dow Gains Amid US-Iran Agreement— SpaceX, Dave And Buster’s, Western Digital In Focus

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:45:12 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones rose, while the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 declined, following Monday's rally.

The Labor Department reported that U.S. import prices advanced 1.9% in May, driven by surging fuel costs.

Fresh housing data painted a cooling picture of the domestic economy; May building permits ticked down 0.7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,413,000, while housing starts plummeted 15.4% to a rate of 1,177,000, underscoring persistent headwinds in residential construction.

On Monday, President Donald Trump announced a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement aimed at ending months of conflict, though its final terms and long-term viability remain unresolved. The deal extends April’s fragile ceasefire and is expected to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route.

However, both nations stressed that a permanent peace accord has not yet been negotiated. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called the memorandum an "important step" but noted a lasting truce "has yet to take shape."

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.45%, and the two-year bond was at 4.04%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.066% at $754.33, while the QQQ declined by 0.11% to $743.18.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Jump As Trump Announces Deal With Iran—SpaceX, Tower Semiconductor, Micron, Red Cat In Focus

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:45:27 +0000

U.S. stock futures advanced on Monday, as the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and the Dow Jones indices rose, following Friday’s higher close.

This follows an announcement of a peace agreement with Iran by President Donald Trump, which led to a decline in crude oil futures. He said that the deal was “now complete,” adding, “I hereby fully authorize the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade.”

In this truncated trading week with markets closed on Friday, investors will eye the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates with the new chairman, Kevin Warsh, on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.44%, and the two-year bond was at 4.03%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 97.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 1.29% at $751.35, while the QQQ advanced by 2.13% to $736.71.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Gain Ahead Of SpaceX's Debut—Adobe, Lennar, CoreWeave In Focus

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:00:55 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday, as the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and the Dow Jones indices advanced, following Thursday’s higher close.

Investors are eyeing SpaceX‘s debut under the ticker SPCX at $135 per share, with options trading set to begin on Monday. The first few minutes are expected to be chaotic as market makers establish price discovery.

Amid pushback against President Donald Trump‘s assertions regarding an approved peace agreement, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf cautioned that "wrong strategies and impulsive decisions" could ignite a more expansive crisis. He warned that such actions risk devastating energy infrastructure, roiling global markets, and creating an "endless quagmire" that would last for years.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.44%, and the two-year bond was at 4.05%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 96.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.44% at $741.04, while the QQQ advanced by 0.24% to $718.82.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Gain Despite Trump's Threats To Iran Amid Stalled Peace Talks—Oracle, CoreWeave, Visa In Focus

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:45:36 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, as the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and the Dow Jones indices advanced, following Wednesday’s lower close.

Initial claims for state unemployment benefits edge higher to a seasonally adjusted 229,000 for the week ending June 6, an increase of 4,000 from the prior week's unrevised level.

Meanwhile, inflation tge Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand jumped 1.1% in May. Stripping out volatile components, the core PPI—which excludes foods, energy, and trade services—advanced 0.8% for the month, recording its largest one-month increase since March 2022 and keeping structural inflation concerns at the fore.

Middle East tensions have escalated significantly as the U.S. and Iran traded direct military strikes, following warnings from President Donald Trump that Tehran would “pay the price” for stalled peace talks.

The renewed hostilities have severely disrupted regional stability, prompting neighboring countries like Kuwait to temporarily close their airspace amid incoming Iranian attacks.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.53%, and the two-year bond was at 4.12%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.3% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.24% at $727.15, while the QQQ advanced by 0.57% to $697.56.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Fall As Trump Orders Strikes Against Iran—Autozi Internet, Cracker Barrel In Focus

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:45:21 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Wednesday, as the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and the Dow Jones indices declined, following Tuesday’s mixed close.

Investors are closely watching the upcoming May CPI release before the market opens, which FactSet data estimates will show a 4.2% year-over-year increase. If accurate, this uniform projection across surveyed analysts would mark the largest annual rise in consumer prices since April 2023.

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump ordered military strikes against Iran after a U.S. Apache helicopter was brought down near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump later downplayed the severity of the incident, telling The Wall Street Journal that it “wasn't a big deal” because “the pilot is fine.”

This came right after Trump posted early Monday that “both sides, Israel and Iran, are looking to do an immediate ceasefire,” shortly before Iran’s armed forces said they had ended military operations against Israel.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.53%, and the two-year bond was at 4.14%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.47% at $733.62, while the QQQ declined by 0.79% to $702.25.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Gain As Record-High U.S. Exports Narrow April Deficit—Amplitech Group, Vail Resorts, Mission Produce In Focus

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:45:56 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Tuesday, as the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500, and the Dow Jones indices gained, following Monday’s mixed close.

President Donald Trump posted early Monday that "both sides, Israel and Iran, are looking to do an immediate ceasefire," shortly before Iran's armed forces said they had ended military operations against Israel, while warning of "harsher attacks" if strikes on Lebanon resume.

The Nasdaq rebounded on Monday, driven by encouraging remarks from tech leaders, including Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang, who indicated that the recent market pullback offers a prime entry point for artificial intelligence (AI) investments.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.55%, and the two-year bond was at 4.15%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.38% at $742.01, while the QQQ advanced by 0.69% to $721.03.

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Dow, Nasdaq S&P 500 Futures Rise As Israel, Iran Exchange Missile Strikes—SK Telecom, Nebius, AMD In Focus

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:45:04 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500, and Dow Jones indices rose, following Thursday’s sharp declines.

Over the weekend, the tensions in the Middle East escalated as President Donald Trump said he would press Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to escalate tensions with Iran, but Iran and Israel have since then exchanged strikes.

The latest flare-up comes as U.S.-Iran negotiations continue over ending months of conflict. Tehran has insisted that any broader agreement must include a durable ceasefire in Lebanon, where fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has continued despite diplomatic efforts.

Additionally, this week, investors will be eyeing May’s CPI and PPI data.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.58%, and the two-year bond was at 4.19%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.78% at $743.28, while the QQQ advanced by 1.55% to $716.00.

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Dow Futures Gain, S&P 500 Slips As May Payrolls Rise 172K, Unemployment Holds Flat At 4.3% — Lululemon, Keel In Focus

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:45:41 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Friday, as the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 fell, and the Dow Jones index gained, following a mixed close on Thursday.

Following an Oval Office coal policy announcement, President Donald Trump stated he would consider meeting Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei if diplomacy progresses.

“If we make a deal, it’s possible that I would meet,” Trump said. “I’d be okay with that.” His comments come amid mixed signals from negotiations as the U.S.-Iran conflict enters its fourth month under a fragile ceasefire.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 4.03%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 96.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 0.53% at $753.09, while the QQQ declined by 1.27% to $731.18.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Fall As House Challenges Trump's Military Authority— Broadcom, CrowdStrike, Lululemon In Focus

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:45 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Thursday, after a lower close on Wednesday, as the Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones S&P 500 fell.

Weekly initial jobless claims jumped by 13,000 to a seasonally adjusted 225,000 for the week ending May 30. Meanwhile, the government downwardly revised its reading on first-quarter nonfarm labor productivity to a marginal 0.3% annualized growth rate—down from the previously reported 0.8%—while unit labor costs rose at a 1.8% clip.

In a 215-208 vote, the Republican-controlled House passed a war powers resolution requiring President Donald Trump to obtain congressional authorization before continuing military action or deploying troops against Iran. Notably, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, marking a rare bipartisan challenge to the president’s military authority.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.49%, and the two-year bond was at 4.07%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 96.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.33% at $751.73, while the QQQ declined by 1.15% to $735.65.

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S&P 500 Futures Fall, Nasdaq Gains As Middle East Tensions Intensify—Palo Alto, Marvell In Focus

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:00:42 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday, after a record close on Tuesday, as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 advanced but the Nasdaq 100 fell.

The U.S. military retaliated against Iran by launching strikes on an Iranian ground control station on Qeshm Island, near the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran's failed missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain.

Just a day before the missile attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly received a heated call from President Donald Trump over the situation in Lebanon. According to an Axios report, Trump called Netanyahu "crazy" and said he would "be in prison if it weren't for me." Trump allegedly added, "Everybody hates you now. Everybody hates Israel because of this."

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.48%, and the two-year bond was at 4.07%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.053% at $759.17, while the QQQ advanced by 0.032% to $746.40.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Fall As Trump Says He 'Couldn't Care Less' If Iran Negotiations Collapse—Marvell, Alphabet In Focus

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:00:06 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Tuesday, after a record close on Monday, starting the month of June on a positive note.

President Donald Trump appeared unfazed by the possibility of negotiations collapsing with Iran. “I really don’t care. I couldn’t care less,” Trump told CNBC when asked about reports suggesting Iran may halt talks with Washington.

He also predicted that crude would soon be “dropping like a rock” and gasoline would plummet to $1.85 a gallon once the crisis resolves.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.43%, and the two-year bond was at 4.02%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.23% at $756.79, while the QQQ declined by 0.12% to $741.88.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Rise As US Undertakes 'Self-Defense' Strikes Against Iran— Hewlett-Packard, Nvidia, Uber In Focus

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:00:01 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, after a higher close on Friday, ending the month of May at a record high.

The U.S. has undertaken "self-defense" strikes in Iran on Sunday as President Donald Trump says Iran wants a deal and urges critics to stop second-guessing his negotiation strategy.

According to an update on X by the Central Command, the U.S. carried out strikes in Iran over the weekend, hitting Iranian radar and command and control sites. The strikes were in response to "aggressive Iranian actions," including the shooting down of a US MQ-1 drone operating over international waters.

Investors will keep an eye on the May jobs report this week, slated for a Friday release, and earnings from tech heavyweights like Palo Alto Networks Inc. (NASDAQ:PANW), CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD), and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 4.03%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.22% at $758.04, while the QQQ was higher by 0.21% to $739.86.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Gain As Street Awaits NVDA's Q1 Report— CAVA Group, AMC Entertainment, Roblox In Focus

Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:57 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday following two consecutive days of lower closes for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices on Tuesday.

Investors are awaiting Nvidia Corp.‘s (NASDAQ:NVDA) first-quarter results scheduled to be released after the closing bell. Analysts are expecting NVDA to report second-quarter earnings of $1.76 per share on revenue of $79.04 billion.

Additionally, the Federal Reserve will be releasing the minutes of the Fed meeting later in the afternoon.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.65%, and the two-year bond was at 4.10%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 96.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF(NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.45% at $737.00, while the QQQ was higher by 0.77% to $706.92.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Slip As Inflation Fears Grip Wall Street—XP, Atmos Energy, GE Aerospace In Focus

Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:32 +0000

U.S. stock futures were lower as the Nasdaq 100 index fell on Tuesday following Monday’s mixed close.

Inflation fears gripped Wall Street as Ed Yardeni anticipated an imminent policy shift, noting that recent CPI and PPI data suggest the Fed is currently "behind the curve" on inflation. He expects the central bank to completely drop its easing stance and adopt a "tightening bias" at its upcoming June meeting, followed by a 25-basis-point rate hike in July.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.60%, and the two-year bond was at 4.06%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.45% at $735.36, while the QQQ was lower by 0.84% to $699.96.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Drop Following Drone Strike On UAE Nuclear Plant— Regeneron Pharma, NextNRG, ServiceNow In Focus

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:25:16 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Monday following Friday’s sharp declines. This comes as a drone strike triggered a fire near the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant.

UAE officials confirmed no radiation leak or injuries occurred, Reuters reported. Earlier last week, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social and said that Iran must act “FAST, or there won’t be anything left of them.”

Investors will keep an eye on Nvidia Corp.‘s (NASDAQ:NVDA) earnings, scheduled to be released after market hours on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.08, and the two-year bond was at 4.60%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 0.19% at $737.74, while the QQQ was lower by 0.086% to $708.32.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Decline As Trump Concludes China Visit— Figma, Dlocal, Winnebago Industries In Focus

Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:44 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Friday following Thursday’s record moves. This comes as investors weigh the outcomes of President Donald Trump‘s visit to China.

President Trump concluded a business-focused visit to Beijing on Friday, securing deals for major U.S. companies like Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) and Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA). However, complex diplomatic issues regarding Taiwan and Iran remain unresolved.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.54%, and the two-year bond was at 4.06%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Friday. The SPY was down 1.14% at $739.62 , while the QQQ was lower by 1.61% to $708.17.

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S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Gain As Trump Clears NVDA's H200 Sales To China— Cisco Systems, Doximity In Focus

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:49 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday following Wednesday’s mixed close. This comes as President Donald Trump is in China addressing key issues such as trade, tariffs, Taiwan, and Iran with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

On the economic front, April U.S. retail sales rose by 0.5%, with sales excluding motor vehicles and parts climbing a solid 1.9% for the month. Concurrently, initial jobless claims for the week ending May 9 ticked up by 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 211,000, while U.S. import prices surged 1.9% in April.

On Thursday, Xi stressed the significance of the Taiwan issue, terming it as the "most critical matter" in bilateral relations, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported, citing state media.

Meanwhile, the U.S. cleared Nvidia Corp.‘s (NASDAQ:NVDA) H200 AI chip sales to Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR (NYSE:BABA), Tencent Holdings ADR (OTC:TCEHY), and 8 other firms, but Beijing has halted the deliveries.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 3.97%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.33% at $744.74, while the QQQ was higher by 0.16% to $715.73.

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Dow Jones Futures Fall, Nasdaq Gains As Trump Takes Big Tech Leaders To China— Nvidia, Nextpower, Red Cat In Focus

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:37 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday after Monday’s mostly lower close. Dow Jones futures fell, whereas S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices were rising.

This follows President Donald Trump‘s visit to China along with Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang, Tesla Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:TSLA) Elon Musk, Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) Tim Cook, BlackRock Inc.‘s (NYSE:BLK) Larry Fink, and Qualcomm Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:QCOM) Cristiano Amon.

Before leaving, Trump said on Tuesday that Americans' financial struggles are not a factor in his decision-making as he seeks to negotiate an end to the Iran war, saying that preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon is his top priority, reported Reuters.

U.S. wholesale inflation accelerated notably in April, with the Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand jumping 1.4% for the month. On an annual basis, the headline index surged 6.0% over the last 12 months, marking the largest year-over-year increase since December 2022.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 3.99%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 97.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.051% at $737.80, while the QQQ was higher by 0.42% to $710.18.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Drop As April Inflation Runs Hotter Than Expected— Zoominfo, Gitlab In Focus

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:13 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Tuesday after Monday’s higher close. This followed President Donald Trump‘s sharp criticism of Iran’s latest response to a U.S. proposal aimed at ending the conflict, saying the ceasefire is now “on life support.”

“I would call it the weakest right now,” Trump said, adding he viewed Tehran’s demands as unacceptable.

On the economic front, inflation ran hotter than anticipated, with the April Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising 3.8% year-over-year, which surpassed the 3.7% median estimate by FactSet. Core CPI, which excludes volatile food and energy costs, climbed 2.8% over the last 12 months and 0.4% on a monthly basis.

Meanwhile, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index edged up 0.1 points to a reading of 95.9 in April, though it remains below its 52-year historical average.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.52% at $735.45 , while the QQQ declined 1.03% to $705.96.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Fall As Trump Rejects 'Totally Unacceptable' Iran Peace Proposal—Micron Technologies, Moderna In Focus

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:00:41 +0000

U.S. stock futures fell on Monday after Friday’s higher close. This followed President Donald Trump‘s rejection of Iran’s response to a U.S.-backed peace proposal.

Trump took to Truth Social and wrote, “I have just read the response … I don’t like it — TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!”

On the economic front, investors will be looking out for the crucial consumer price and producer price indexes’ reports this week. Companies like Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO), Alibaba Group Holding ADR (NYSE:BABA), Applied Materials Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT), and Hims & Hers Health Inc. (NASDAQ:HIMS) will report earnings this week.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.38%, and the two-year bond was at 3.92%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 93.6% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were lower in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 0.16% at $736.47, while the QQQ declined 0.17% to $709.85.

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Dow Futures Rise On Stronger-Than-Expected April Jobs Data — Cloudflare, BILL, CoreWeave In Focus

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:00:39 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday after Thursday’s declines. This followed an exchange of fire near the Strait of Hormuz between the U.S. and Iranian forces.

Speaking to an ABC reporter, Donald Trump referred to the exchange as “just a love tap,” according to a social media post by the journalist. He also added that the ceasefire was still in effect and ongoing.

U.S. nonfarm payrolls defied expectations in April, with total employment edging up by 115,000 jobs to comfortably beat the FactSet consensus estimate of a 65,000 rise. Despite the stronger-than-expected job growth, the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3%.

On the inflation front, average hourly earnings for all employees on private nonfarm payrolls rose by 6 cents, or 0.2%, to $37.41, bringing the annual wage increase to 3.6%.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.36%, and the two-year bond was at 3.90%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 94.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.52% at $735.35, while the QQQ advanced 0.80% to $700.50.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Gain As Trump Celebrates Record Gains— Fortinet, Whirlpool, Core Scientific In Focus

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:00:47 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday after Wednesday’s record rally. This followed President Donald Trump‘s celebration of record stock market gains.

Trump said that strong job growth and rising retirement accounts reflected continued economic momentum. He posted on Truth Social, “Stock Market hit an ALL-TIME HIGH TODAY. Jobs & 401-K’s are BOOMING!!!”

Speaking to reporters about Iran at the White House, Trump said, “They want to make a deal. We’ve had very good talks over the last 24 hours, and it’s very possible that we’ll make a deal.”

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.33%, and the two-year bond was at 3.85%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 94.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.13% at $734.82, while the QQQ advanced 0.032% to $695.97.

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S&P 500, Dow Futures Advance As Trump Pauses 'Project Freedom'—Super Micro Computer, AMD, Intel In Focus

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:54 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday, after Tuesday’s record close. This followed President Donald Trump‘s announcement of a temporary pause in a military-backed operation called ‘Project Freedom.’

This project was designed to escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said on Truth Social that while the U.S. operation would be paused temporarily to allow negotiations to continue, America’s blockade would remain firmly in place.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.37%, and the two-year bond was at 3.89%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 94.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.56% at $727.85, while the QQQ advanced 1.05% to $688.80.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise As Traders Monitor US-Iran Ceasefire— Duolingo, Pinterest, AMD In Focus

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:00:40 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Tuesday after Monday’s lower close, following the announcement of "Project Freedom” by President Donald Trump.

The U.S. military said on Monday that it destroyed six Iranian small boats and intercepted Iranian cruise missiles and drones as Tehran tried to disrupt President Trump’s new effort to reopen commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump told Fox News on Monday that if Iran attacks American vessels, they will be “blown off the face of the Earth.” Asked on “The Hugh Hewitt Show” whether the ceasefire was over or a U.S. attack was imminent, Trump replied, “Well, I can’t tell you that.”

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.42%, and the two-year bond was at 3.93%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 95.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.50% at $721.57, while the QQQ advanced 0.74% to $677.87.

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Dow, S&P 500 Futures Tumble Following Trump's 'Project Freedom' To Escort Stranded Vessels At Hormuz— eBay, Nebius In Focus

Mon, 04 May 2026 13:00:12 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Monday, following Friday’s divergence between the Dow Jones and other benchmark indices.

On Sunday, President Donald Trump announced that starting Monday morning, the U.S. will lead an initiative to escort stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz‘s restricted zones. He described the mission as a “humanitarian gesture” aimed at assisting neutral nations affected by the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. This was dubbed as "Project Freedom."

Crude oil futures were higher as traders are also likely to evaluate OPEC+’s decision to raise oil output by 188,000 barrels per day, announced at its first meeting following the exit of key member the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.37%, and the two-year bond was at 3.88%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 94.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 0.11% at $719.89, while the QQQ advanced 0.069% to $674.64.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise As Trump Administration Evades War Powers Deadline— Apple, Twilio, Roblox In Focus

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:00:55 +0000

U.S. stock futures shed earlier losses to advance on Friday morning, following Thursday’s record advances following mega-cap earnings.

Meanwhile, the Donald Trump administration leveraged the three-week-old ceasefire to avoid a congressional 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution to withdraw troops from Iran.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.39%, and the two-year bond was at 3.89%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 94.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Friday. The SPY was up 0.37% at $721.32, while the QQQ advanced 0.12% to $668.53.

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Dow Jones Futures Drop, Nasdaq Gains As Trump Weighs 'Short And Powerful' Iran Strikes— Alphabet, Meta, Amazon In Focus

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:51 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday morning, following Wednesday’s largely lower close as only tech stocks ended on a positive note.

Following the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep the interest rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, Jerome Powell said during his speech that he plans to remain on the Board of Governors, despite his term ending on May 15.

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is reportedly scheduled to review potential military strategies from CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper for Iran on Thursday, signaling a possible return to significant combat operations, as per Axios. The U.S. is reportedly considering a “short and powerful” strike campaign on Iran targeting infrastructure to break the stalemate in negotiations and push Tehran back to the nuclear bargaining table.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.41%, and the two-year bond was at 3.91%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 98.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged during June’s meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were mixed in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.021% at $711.43, while the QQQ advanced 0.13% to $662.43.

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Dow Jones, Nasdaq Futures Gain Ahead Of Powell's Last Speech As Fed Chair— Robinhood, Starbucks, Alphabet In Focus

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:04 +0000

U.S. stocks rose on Wednesday, following Tuesday’s lower close. Futures of the major benchmark indices were higher.

Investors will be closely watching the Federal Reserve’s decision to gauge how the central bank is navigating interest rates amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran war. Additionally, Jerome Powell's press conference at 2:30 p.m. ET is widely considered to be his last as Chair of the Fed.

The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 100% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in today’s meeting.

Four out of seven ‘Magnificent 7’ heavyweights will announce their earnings results today after the bell, which include Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.36%, and the two-year bond yield was at 3.85%.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.063% at $712.14, while the QQQ advanced 0.21% to $658.90.

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Dow Futures Gain, S&P 500 Drops As Trump Floats 'New' Iran Proposal— IBM, Bed Bath & Beyond, BP In Focus

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:09 +0000

Futures of Dow Jones index advanced, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 fell in premarket on Tuesday following Monday's mixed close.

The White House confirmed that President Donald Trump discussed with his national security team a “new” proposal by Iran for ending the war. “I wouldn't say they're considering it. I would just say that there was a discussion this morning that I don't want to get ahead of, and you'll hear directly from the president,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said.

Meanwhile, this week on Wednesday, investors will be closely watching the Federal Reserve’s meeting to gauge how the central bank is navigating interest rates amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.

The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.36%, and the two-year bond was at 3.82%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 100% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its Wednesday meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (ARCA: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were lower in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was down 0.73% at $709.95, while the QQQ declined 1.40% to $654.90, according to Benzinga Pro data.

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Dow Futures Fall, S&P 500 Gains As Trump Halts Iran Talks— Organon, SAP, Cheetah Net Supply Chain Service In Focus

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures pared losses to advance, whereas Dow Jones futures fell on Monday, following Friday's mixed close.

This week, investors will be closely watching the Federal Reserve’s meeting to gauge how the central bank is navigating interest rates amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.

Simultaneously, market-moving earnings reports from the ‘Magnificent 7 tech giants—including Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META), and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT)—will take center stage as Wall Street looks for returns on their massive AI investments.

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he canceled plans for envoys to meet with Iranian leadership in Pakistan, citing divisions within Tehran. Trump's declaration that the U.S. has "all the cards" sent immediate ripples through the energy markets.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.32%, and the two-year bond was at 3.79%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 100% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its Wednesday meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.018% at $714.07, while the QQQ advanced 0.15% to $664.89.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Edge Lower Amid Extension Of Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire—Intel, SAP, Lunai Bioworks In Focus

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:57 +0000

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Friday following Thursday's decline, after President Donald Trump announced the extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon by three weeks.

On Thursday, the Dow Jones index closed 179 points lower as investors gauged the evolving Middle East conflict and a downturn in the software sector.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yields stood at 4.316%, and the two-year bond was at 3.831% at the time of writing. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in April.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in pre-market on Friday. The SPY was up 0.21% at $709.82, while the QQQ surged 0.75% to $656.40.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Slide As Iran Peace Efforts Stall— Tesla, ServiceNow, Boeing In Focus

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:00:56 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Thursday following another record-breaking surge on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were lower at the time of writing as peace efforts in the Iran war stalled amid seizures of vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

On Wednesday, the Dow Jones index closed 341 points higher after President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely, citing a "seriously fractured" government in Tehran.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yields stood at 4.313%, and the two-year bond was at 3.808% at the time of writing. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in April.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were lower in pre-market on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.38% at $708.50, while the QQQ declined 0.36% to $652.73.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Surge After Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire—Tesla, Boeing, United Airlines In Focus

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:40 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday following Tuesday's decline. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher after President Donald Trump extended the Iran ceasefire.

On Tuesday, the Dow Jones index closed about 293 points lower after President Trump initially said that there would not be an extension to the Iran ceasefire and that Iranian negotiators have no choice but to come to an agreement.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yields stood at 4.286%, and the two-year bond was at 3.766% at the time of writing. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in April.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.64% at $708.54, while the QQQ surged 0.49% to $647.49.

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Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Edge Higher With Eyes On Iran Talks—Apple, UnitedHealth, 3M In Focus

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:02 +0000

U.S. stock futures rose on Tuesday following Monday's decline. Futures of major benchmark indices edged up, with negotiating teams from the United States and Iran slated to arrive in Islamabad for further talks.

On Monday, the Dow Jones index closed about five points lower, even as tensions between the U.S. and Iran intensified as the ceasefire drew closer to expiry.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yields stood at 4.252%, and the two-year bond was at 3.735% at the time of writing. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in April.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.25% at $710.46, while the QQQ surged 0.18% to $647.97.

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Wall Street Set To Pull Back As US-Iran Tensions Flare Again — Tesla, Intel, UnitedHealth In Focus

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:35 +0000

US stock futures retreated early Monday as a weekend surge in US-Iran tensions dashed hopes for a lasting Middle East peace deal, sending oil prices sharply higher and rattling investor confidence heading into a pivotal week of earnings.

Dow Jones futures dropped 0.70%, while contracts on the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100 each fell roughly 0.6% in early trading Monday.

The pullback comes after a winning week for Wall Street, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite climbing to all-time highs last week on the back of ceasefire optimism and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The weekend brought a sharp reversal. Iran had declared the Strait of Hormuz reopened, but by Saturday, vessel traffic through the key shipping lane was restricted again, with state media saying the US “did not fulfill their obligations.” Trump warned Sunday he would “knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran” if Tehran did not agree to Washington’s terms to end the conflict, with the fragile ceasefire set to expire this week.

Oil prices soared over 6% on Monday in response, though they remained below the key $100 level. U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude futures traded at around $88 per barrel, while global benchmark Brent crude changed hands just above $96.

This week brings a heavy slate of corporate earnings that could set the tone for broader markets. Earnings season accelerates from April 20 to 24, with key names including Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), Intel (NASDAQ:INTL), UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH), and GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) reporting results that could influence market sentiment across tech, healthcare, and industrials.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.274%, and the two-year bond was at 3.741%. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its April meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ) were both lower in premarket trading. The SPY was down 0.61% at $710.14, while the QQQ lost 0.67% to $648.85.

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Wall Street Set To Extend Rally As Trump Says Iran War May End 'Pretty Soon'— Netflix, State Street, Truist In Focus

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:38 +0000

U.S. stock futures moved higher early Friday, as investors built on recent optimism that tensions in the Middle East may be easing.

President Donald Trump said the Iran war "should be ending pretty soon," describing developments as "going along swimmingly" during remarks in Las Vegas on Thursday. The comments followed the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.

Recent optimism around a potential peace deal has lifted equities, putting all three major indexes on track for weekly gains. The Dow is up about 1.4%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have advanced roughly 3.3% and 5.2%, respectively.

Investors will also watch earnings from financial firms on Friday, including State Street (NYSE:STT), Truist Financial Corp (NYSE:TFC) and Fifth Third Bancorp (NYSE:FITB).

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.305%, and the two-year bond was at 3.773%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its April meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket trading on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.57% at $705.64, while the QQQ gained 0.62% to $644.41.

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Futures Tick Up After Record Day For S&P 500, Nasdaq On Growing Hopes Of Iran Deal— Allbirds, TSMC, PepsiCo In Focus

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:00:54 +0000

Futures related to U.S. stocks ticked up in pre-market trading on Thursday, after the benchmark S&P 500 and tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose to fresh records in the previous session, as investors weighed signs of easing tensions between Washington and Tehran and awaited a fresh round of earnings and economic data.

Sentiment was supported by growing hopes of a possible diplomatic breakthrough after President Donald Trump said in an interview aired on Wednesday that the Iran conflict was "very close to over" and that Tehran was eager to strike a deal.

A White House official also told CNBC that a second round of U.S.-Iran talks was under discussion, though no date has been set.

Investors are also watching earnings before the bell from PepsiCo (NYSE:PEP), Travelers (NYSE:TRV) and Charles Schwab Corp (NYSE:SCHW), alongside weekly jobless claims and March’s industrial production data.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.283%, and the two-year bond was at 3.755%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its April meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket trading on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.13% at $700.85, while the QQQ gained 0.34% to $639.55.

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S&P 500, Dow Jones Futures Gain As Trump Fuels De-Escalation Hopes—ASML Holding, Gitlab, Broadcom In Focus

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:36 +0000

U.S. stocks fluctuated on Wednesday, following Tuesday’s rally. Futures of the major benchmark indices were mixed.

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump fueled the de-escalation narrative, saying that Iran talks "could be happening over the next two days" in Pakistan. The fresh Trump comments built on Vice President JD Vance‘s flagged "a lot of progress" in weekend talks with Iranian officials held in Islamabad.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.25%, and the two-year bond was at 3.76%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its April meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.007% at $694.51, while the QQQ declined 0.099% to $627.98.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise As JD Vance Touts 'Good Deal' If Iran Meets US 'Red Lines'— Sana, Chevron In Focus

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:44 +0000

U.S. stocks rose on Tuesday, following Monday’s rally. Futures of the major benchmark indices were trading higher.

Investors await the March producer price index data, which is scheduled to be released before the opening bell.

On Monday, Vice President JD Vance hinted at a potential path forward in stalled Iran talks, saying that a diplomatic breakthrough with Iran remains within reach, but only if Tehran agrees to Washington’s core nuclear demands.

If America’s “red lines” are met, then this can be “a very, very good deal for both countries,” Vance said, adding that the next move rests with Iran.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.28%, and the two-year bond was at 3.76%. The CME Group's FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 99.5% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in its April meeting.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ), which track the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, respectively, were higher in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 0.29% at $688.11, while the QQQ advanced 0.51% to $620.63.

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Dow Futures Fall As Trump Announces Strait Of Hormuz Blockade—Goldman Sachs, Fastenal In Focus

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:45:13 +0000

U.S. stock futures declined on Monday following Friday's mixed close. Futures of major benchmark indices were lower after President Donald Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

On Friday, the Dow Jones index closed about 270 points lower after Iran blamed Israel for violating the ceasefire with attacks on Lebanon.

The peace talks being held in Islamabad collapsed on Sunday, after 21 hours of discussions. While Vice President JD Vance said that Washington would not compromise on its core demands, Iran stated that the demands made by the U.S. were excessive.

Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yields stood at 4.333%, and the two-year bond was at 3.822% at the time of writing. The CME Group’s FedWatch tool‘s projections show markets pricing a 96.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve leaving the current interest rates unchanged in April.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), which track the S&P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were lower in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 0.59% at $675.46, while the QQQ declined 0.68% to $606.91.

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