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S&P Futures are tracking higher this morning as markets prepare for a big week of earnings announcements with 80 of the S&P 500 companies are scheduled to report. There is a meeting later this week between Treasury Sec Bessent and China's Vice Premier Lifeng which his helping to lower trade tensions. President Trump to meet with the Prime Minister of Australia today and are expected to discuss tariff issues. The FAA has given Boeing permission to increase its 737-jet production. Amazon experienced a DNS issue this morning on its AWS services. Earnings reports are due out tomorrow morning from GE, KO, PM, RTX, LMT, NOC, MMM, GM. DGX & HAL.

S&P Futures are falling in the pre-market, but off their worst levels of the morning, as banking stocks lead the move lower. Regional bank fears of a credit quality problem are the key factor causing the weakness. The big banks have delivered positive earnings results this quarter which indicates that the situation is likely contained. President Trump to meet with Ukraine's President today, likely to discuss sending them tomahawk missiles. ORCL provided strong forward guidance in its analyst day yesterday. Earnings reports are out from TFC, FITB & RF which are all trading higher. IBKR is lower after their release yesterday afternoon. Monday morning, CLF & SMMT are scheduled to report.

AI optimism is lifting markets this morning as S&P Futures point to a higher open. CRM’s upbeat forward growth forecast at its Analyst Day is fueling enthusiasm across the tech sector, while ORCL takes the stage later today with its own analyst event. Overseas, China is attempting to ease trade tensions with the U.S., clarifying remarks around its rare earth export policy. On the geopolitical front, President Trump announced that India’s Prime Minister Modi has pledged to halt Russian oil imports, with Trump scheduled to speak again this afternoon. A busy lineup of FOMC officials is on tap before the Fed’s blackout period begins tomorrow. Earnings are also front and center — BK, JBHT, TRV, and USB are all trading higher following their reports, while IBKR and CSX step up after the bell. Tomorrow morning, we’ll hear from AXP, SLB, and STT. Tune in for a closer look at the latest market catalysts shaping the day on NewsWare’s Trade Talk.

Markets are setting up for a higher open this morning as optimism builds around earnings, rate cuts, and improving trade sentiment between the U.S. and China. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish comments have reignited expectations for rate cuts at the two remaining Fed meetings this year. Meanwhile, eyes are on the upcoming APEC Summit where Beijing is expected to seek key concessions from Washington. On the earnings front, positive results from ASML, BAC, CFG, and PNC are helping to lift sentiment ahead of tomorrow’s lineup from TSM, SCHW, MMC, BK, and TRV. Plus, all eyes turn to this afternoon’s release of the Fed’s Beige Book for insights into regional economic activity. Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for all the details driving today’s markets.

S&P Futures are down roughly 1% this morning as U.S.–China trade tensions take center stage once again. While China’s latest trade announcement wasn’t particularly significant, it has managed to rattle investor sentiment. President Trump is set to meet with Argentina’s president today following a major $20 billion financial assistance agreement between the two nations. The key event on today’s economic calendar is a speech from Fed Chair Jerome Powell — investors will be listening closely for signs of further rate cuts this year. In corporate news, Salesforce’s Dreamforce, Cloudflare’s Cloudfair, and Broadcom’s Open Compute Project Summit all kick off today. On the earnings front, positive results are rolling in from Wells Fargo (WFC), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), JPMorgan (JPM), and Domino’s Pizza (DPZ). Looking ahead, reports from Progressive (PGR), Abbott Labs (ABT), Morgan Stanley (MS), Bank of America (BAC), and ASML are on deck for tomorrow morning. Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for the full breakdown and what to watch as the trading week unfolds.

S&P Futures are surging this morning as President Trump softens his tone toward China, helping ease some of last week’s trade tensions. Over the weekend, China clarified that its rare earth export rules are regulatory, not restrictive, adding more calm to global markets. The U.S. government shutdown continues with little progress to report, and bond markets are closed for the Columbus Day holiday. Today marks the start of the Oracle AI World Summit and the kickoff of third-quarter earnings season — with Fastenal releasing results this morning and a packed lineup ahead from DPZ, C, GS, WFC, JNJ, and JPM. Tune in for this morning’s Trade Talk as we break down what’s driving the markets higher and what to watch as earnings season unfolds.

S&P Futures are edging flat to higher this morning as traders weigh headlines on inflation data and global trade. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has reportedly recalled some staff to prepare next week’s inflation report — a sign that key economic data could still make its way out despite the ongoing government shutdown. Tensions between the U.S. and China are on the rise after Beijing introduced new docking fees for U.S. ships and launched a monopoly probe into Qualcomm. Meanwhile, optimism is returning in the Middle East as the Israel–Hamas peace proposal appears to be holding. On the earnings front, Applied Digital (APLD) is surging more than 20% after a strong report last night, Elastic (ESTC) is gaining following upbeat guidance from its Analyst Day, and eyes are on Fastenal (FAST) ahead of Monday’s release. Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for the latest market movers, catalysts, and headlines shaping today’s session.

S&P Futures are edging flat to lower this morning as investors await remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell ahead of the opening bell. Yesterday’s Fed minutes pointed to the potential for additional rate cuts later this year. China has announced new restrictions on rare earth exports, while President Trump and President Xi are expected to meet later this month at the APEC summit in South Korea to continue trade discussions. President Trump will also meet with Finland’s President today. The U.S. government shutdown remains in effect, though there are indications of renewed negotiations. In corporate headlines, Microsoft is said to be developing its own AI models to compete with OpenAI, and the White House has approved several billion dollars in NVIDIA chip sales to the UAE. TSMC reported a decline in September revenue, Ferrari (RACE) is sharply lower after a guidance update, and both Delta (DAL) and PepsiCo (PEP) are trading higher following strong earnings results. Levi Strauss (LEVI) reports after the bell today. 🎧 Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for your pre-market update and the headlines shaping Wall Street today.

Markets are holding steady this morning as investors await the release of the Fed meeting minutes this afternoon. President Trump’s meeting with Canada’s Prime Minister struck a positive tone, focusing largely on tariffs. In corporate news, Elon Musk’s xAI is working on a massive $20 billion capital raise, with NVDA committing $2 billion toward the effort. TopBuild announced a $1 billion cash acquisition of Specialty Products, while gold made history closing above $4,000 an ounce for the first time. Plus, we look ahead to the official start of third-quarter earnings season tomorrow with key reports from Delta (DAL) and PepsiCo (PEP). 🎧 Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for the latest pre-market insights and key headlines driving Wall Street today.

S&P Futures are slightly lower this morning in a quiet session as investors continue to monitor the prolonged government shutdown. While no major talks are underway in Washington, there are early signs Republicans may be open to compromise, particularly around healthcare subsidies. President Trump meets with Canada’s Prime Minister today, and a bailout package for U.S. farmers could be announced following China’s halt of agricultural purchases. In corporate news, Tesla is expected to unveil a more affordable Model Y, while a fire at a key Ford supplier may impact production. ICE is reportedly in $2 billion talks with prediction platform Polymarket. On the earnings front, Constellation Brands posted results after the bell, and McCormick delivered an EPS beat this morning. Tune in for the latest market movers, analyst meetings, and catalysts shaping the trading day.

Investors are kicking off the week with optimism as S&P Futures point to a higher open, led by strength in tech. All eyes are on OpenAI’s DevDay, where CEO Sam Altman takes the stage at 1 p.m. ET — a potential catalyst for AI-related names. Overseas, Japanese markets rallied on the election of a pro-stimulus candidate, while France faces renewed political uncertainty after the prime minister’s resignation. Back home, the U.S. government shutdown drags on with no resolution in sight, raising concerns for sectors like airlines. In deal news, Fifth Third Bancorp announced plans to acquire Comerica. On the earnings front, STZ reports after the bell, with MKC up tomorrow morning.

S&P Futures are pointing higher this morning as Wall Street looks past the ongoing government shutdown. With Non-Farm Payrolls sidelined, investors are focused on the ISM’s non-manufacturing report. AI-driven momentum continues to fuel the rally, boosted by OpenAI headlines and strong chipmaker performance. Meanwhile, AMAT warned that new export restrictions will cut Q4 revenue by $100 million. Earnings are quiet this week, but big names like STZ, MKC, AZZ, DAL, PEP, and BLK are on deck next week.

S&P Futures are pointing higher this morning with strength in tech and healthcare leading the way. Day 2 of the government shutdown is underway, but Wall Street isn’t blinking — at least not yet. AI enthusiasm and Fed easing bets are fueling tech stocks, while all eyes turn to Tesla ahead of its Q3 delivery numbers. Apple faces pressure overseas with a U.K. order to build an iCloud backdoor, and with a quiet earnings calendar this week, investors are already looking ahead to next week’s lineup from names like Constellation Brands, PepsiCo, and BlackRock.

S&P Futures are moving lower this morning as the government shutdown officially begins. With both sides at a standstill, the ADP Employment Report takes center stage as the only labor data we’ll see this week. The White House launches “TrumpRx” to tackle prescription drug costs, Amazon unveils a new lineup of Echo devices, and tariffs kick in on trucks, pharmaceuticals, and home goods. Earnings are also in focus with Nike, CALM, RPM, and Levi Strauss. Tune in for all the details on today’s market drivers.

Markets are under pressure this morning with S&P Futures slipping as shutdown risks rise and tariff deadlines loom. We’re also watching the end of the U.S. EV tax credit, Boeing’s next-gen plane plans, Coty’s portfolio review, and a heavy earnings slate from UNFI, LW, PAYX and Nike after the bell.

S&P Futures are climbing this morning as Wall Street eyes looming shutdown risks, hawkish Fed commentary, and a wave of M&A deals in biotech and pharma. Plus, earnings from Carnival (CCL) and a packed after-hours slate.

S&P Futures are flat this morning as markets brace for the latest inflation data with the PCE report on deck before the opening bell. President Trump ramps up trade tensions, announcing new tariffs on pharmaceutical companies and big-truck makers—set to take effect October 1st—while carving out exemptions for companies building U.S. facilities. We break down how the White House is pivoting to Section 232 tariffs, the latest on TikTok negotiations, and the looming risk of a government shutdown as the September 30th deadline approaches. Plus, earnings movers include COST & CNXC, with big names like NKE, PAYX, CAG, and LEVI on tap next week.

S&P futures are showing mild weakness this morning ahead of key economic data and Fed speeches. Markets are also watching government funding talks closely as political risk rises, with President Trump warning of mass federal firings if a shutdown occurs. On the corporate front, Apple is reportedly in early talks with Intel on an investment and lobbying EU regulators, while Accenture and Jabil are trading higher after earnings. After the bell, Costco and Concentrix are set to report.

S&P futures are edging higher this morning, led by strength in tech after upbeat earnings from Micron and a surge in Alibaba to a four-year high on new AI investment plans. President Trump pivoted on Ukraine in his U.N. speech, while Fed Chair Powell warned of persistent risks in the labor market and inflation, calling the outlook “challenging.” Investors remain cautious amid elevated valuations and recent volatility. On earnings, MU, AIR, and MLKN delivered positive results last night, with KB Home set to report after the bell.

S&P futures are flat as investors await flash PMI data for signs of economic momentum and a key speech from Fed Chair Jerome Powell this afternoon. Markets remain cautious with elevated tech valuations, led by Nvidia’s AI rally. Meanwhile, President Trump and HHS Director RFK Jr. stirred controversy with unproven claims about Tylenol and autism, and Trump is set to address the U.N. on U.S. foreign policy. On the earnings front, MU, AIR, and MLKN report after the bell.