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The sell-off continued on Wall Street Monday as investors grow increasingly concerned about the possibility of a recession. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite saw the biggest decline of the major indexes, plummeting 4% and marking its worst session since September 2022. Tech stocks were hit especially hard, as the seven most valuable tech companies lost more than $750 billion in market value on Monday.

 5 things to know before the stock market opens Tuesday

The week of March 3 to March 7, 2025, was marked by significant volatility across major U.S. stock indices, influenced by trade tensions, economic data, and corporate earnings.

Are The Wagons Circled?

Stocks sank last week as a lack of clarity around President Donald Trump's tariff plans and what they could mean for the economy's overall trajectory gripped markets. In the week ahead key updates on inflation, with fresh readings on the Producer Price Index and Consumer Price Index, will be in focus as investors look for any clues on how tariffs may impact the path forward for prices. Updates on inflation expectations and consumer sentiment are also on the calendar.

Inflation in center focus amid tariff fears

US President Donald Trump's tariffs are reshaping US trade policy and overhauling decades of free-trade agreements with friend and foe alike. The trade posturing could have ramifications for inflation, with the potential to push prices higher. That, in turn, could influence where the Federal Reserve takes interest rates in the coming months — and years.

Wall Street week ahead rocky US stock market faces inflation data test

Let’s start with the big picture. I believe 2025 will be a 

, potentially ending with high single-digit gains. However, I also expect a 

 at some point during the year. This prediction is tied to the potential success of the current administration’s policies, which could create what’s known as a 

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The initial market shock of Trump slapping new tariffs on Mexico and Canada led to the full erasure of the post-election Trump bump on Tuesday. But amid retaliatory tariffs and warnings from businesses about the squeeze of forceful levies, it seems clear that Wall Street is delivering its own resounding judgment on Trump’s economic actions.

Wall Street is delivering its judgment of Trump's economic policy

“Tariffs” may be the most beautiful word in the dictionary for U.S. President Donald Trump, but it is one that stokes fear in investors. Risk-on assets such as stocks and cryptocurrency sank Monday after Trump refused to pardon Canada and Mexico from a hefty 25% duty on all goods imported from both countries.

Stocks tank globally as tit-for-tat tariffs begin

The first week of March will bring investors a crucial jobs report and a range of key retail earnings that could have the potential to either stoke or allay fears about the US economy and the consumer showing some signs of stress.

Jobs report, crucial retail earnings kick off March trading for investors

The stakes are high for the monthly U.S. jobs report in the coming week, as investors gauge whether a string of worrisome data is signaling significant concern about the economy. The benchmark S&P 500 stock index has pulled back 4% from its all-time high reached earlier this month, while falling Treasury yields and a slide in bitcoin are also indicating increasing investor wariness.

Wall St Week Ahead Rising investor angst about economy to be tested by US jobs data. 

The company reported its fourth quarter earnings after the bell on Wednesday, beating analysts' expectations on the top and bottom lines and issuing solid Q1 guidance. Nvidia's stock swung between small gains and losses early on Thursday as investors digested the report. Shares were up less than 1% in premarket trading.

Nvidia earnings, outlook top Wall Street forecasts as CEO Jensen Huang touts 'light speed' AI advances

Global shares rose as investors geared up for key earnings results from Nvidia Corp. which could help reignite the artificial intelligence-driven rally.

Global stocks gain ahead of crucial Nvidia result

Global shares traded cautiously higher on Tuesday, in light of growing evidence of a softening in the U.S. economy ahead of earnings from Nvidia, while the euro eased below the one-month highs that followed Germany's weekend election.

Stocks nudge up; US curbs on China tech rattle sentiment

The company said Monday it will invest $500 billion on expanding US facilities over the next four years, a move that could help it avoid new tariffs on goods imported from China.

Apple, facing tariffs on Chinese imports, says it will invest $500 billion in US facilities

The week of February 17 to February 21, 2025, saw significant volatility in the U.S. stock markets, culminating in notable declines across major indices.

Will Nvidia decide the near-term direction?

Nvidia's profit report next week could steer the U.S. stock market's course, as investors seek confirmation that the AI-driven investment trend, which has powered equities for two years, is intact after last month's panic-selling triggered by the Chinese startup DeepSeek.

Wall Street week ahead: Nvidia to offer AI trade reality check

Clouds and vertigo have tempered the S&P 500's new all-time highs in the form of heavy tariff threats, brewing discontent from trading partners and political allies, and a growing apprehension that inflation’s reacceleration — just barely under control — will only get worse. 

The market’s all-time highs come with a load of anxiety

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he plans to impose tariffs of around 25% on auto imports as well as semiconductors and pharmaceuticals shipped to the United States as early as April 2.

Trump plans to impose 25% tariffs on autos, chips and pharmaceuticals

Global stocks rose, with Wall Street set for gains, as Russian and US officials met to negotiate an end to the three-year war in Ukraine.

Stocks rise on US-Russia talks to end Ukraine war

During the week of February 10 to February 14, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced notable gains, with major indices reaching or approaching record highs.

Is the market ready to make a new ATH & sustain it? 

Coinbase cashed in for the final quarter of 2024. Shares of the exchange fell slightly to $295.18 each in pre-market trading on Friday, despite a better-than-expected earnings report the night before. The pullback in the stock likely reflects its mixed guidance for the first quarter, where an increase in marketing spending could bring a sequential step-down in profit margins.

Coinbase earnings get boost from the Trump sea change: What Wall Street is saying. 

Elon Musk says he is prepared to drop his attempt to buy OpenAI if the ChatGPT maker maintains its unusual current structure in which the world’s leading and most valuable AI company is operated by a nonprofit.

Elon Musk will withdraw his nearly $100 billion bid for OpenAI if it remains a nonprofit

The January consumer price index report is likely to tell a familiar story: another month, another expected miss for inflation as it relates to the Federal Reserve’s goal, with concerns aplenty about what happens from here.

Consumer price report Wednesday expected to show inflation isn’t going away

Spotify Technology SA’s founders recently pocketed about $1 billion from selling the audio-streaming giant’s stock as they increasingly build up investments outside the company.

Spotify founders pocket $1 billion selling booming tech stock 

The focus on artificial intelligence is spreading to stocks beyond US technology heavyweights, boosting analysts’ earnings estimates for a broader array of S&P 500 companies.

AI is major earnings focus for US corporates far beyond Big Tech

Another forecast miss from a U.S. megacap combines with caution ahead of January's employment report to keep a lid on stocks into Friday's open - with buoyant long-dated Treasuries squashing the yield curve to its flattest for the year.

Morning Bid: Cloudy Amazon, Payrolls and a Flatter Curve

Maersk stock jumped 9% after the shipping giant posted better-than-expected fourth-quarter results on Thursday, putting shares on course for their best daily performance since 2020.

Shipping giant Maersk’s shares jump 9% on profit beat despite trade uncertainty

Two market shocks less than three weeks into Trump's second presidential term have revived a playbook familiar to tech investors: "Buy the dip" is alive and kicking.

Tech investors are aggressively buying the dip

China unveiled a series of retaliatory measures against the U.S. on Tuesday, shortly after U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods took effect, raising concerns of a broader trade war between the world’s two largest economies.

China retaliates with additional tariffs of up to 15% on select U.S. imports starting February 10

During the week of February 3 to February 7, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced notable volatility influenced by trade policy developments, corporate earnings reports, and economic data releases.

Are stocks showing signs of exhaustion?

During the week of January 27 to January 31, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced mixed performance, influenced by significant developments in the technology sector and new trade policies.

Is NVIDIA still the market leader

Is NVIDIA still the market leader?

U.S. technology stocks tumbled in pre-market trading Monday after President Donald Trump imposed substantial tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico, raising concerns about potential retaliation affecting the tech sector.

U.S. technology stocks tumbled in pre-market trading Monday

As we close out the first month of the year, it’s worth reflecting on the 

 and its potential implications for the markets in 2025. While the January Effect has evolved over the years, it remains a topic of interest for traders and investors who want to better understand seasonal market trends and their possible predictive value.

The January Effect and What It Means for 2025

Risks to the U.S. stock market are piling up as cracks emerge in the technology trade and the path for interest rates is clouded by persistent inflation worries that are being exacerbated by the potential for looming tariffs.

US stock market confronts risks as investors grapple with tech, Fed outlook

The release of a less capital-intensive artificial intelligence model from China’s DeepSeek sent a chill through the U.S. stock market Monday, initiating a massive selloff led by Nvidia, which roared back Tuesday, recovering almost half of its record-setting losses.

DeepSeek Live Updates: OpenAI and Microsoft reportedly probe if DeepSeek used their data for training

Global technology shares sank on Tuesday, as a market rout sparked by the emergence of a low-cost Chinese artificial intelligence model entered its second day, making investors question the sky-high valuation and dominance of AI bellwethers.

Tech selloff deepens as DeepSeek upsets global AI race

During the week of January 20 to January 24, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced notable gains, with major indices reaching record highs before a slight decline on Friday.

Earnings & FOMC              

U.S. technology firms plunged in premarket trading, as Chinese startup DeepSeek sparked concerns over competitiveness in AI and America’s lead in the sector, triggering a global sell-off.

Nvidia falls 14% in premarket trading as China’s DeepSeek triggers global tech sell-off

Stock gains could become more broad-based as global central banks cut interest rates faster than the Federal Reserve, helping growth to pick up, according to Bank of America Corporation strategists.

BofA strategists see better stock breadth as Fed rates diverge

GE Aerospace on Thursday forecast a stronger full-year profit as demand for its high-margin parts and services got a boost from airlines flying older jets to sidestep a persistent shortage of new aircraft.

GE Aerospace forecasts upbeat 2025 profit on strong demand for parts, services

The company’s shares soared in premarket trading on Wednesday after the company reported a blockbuster holiday quarter as a robust content line-up and its entry into live sports streaming brought in a record number of new subscribers.

Netflix shares jump as subscriber surge, live sports streaming fuel growth

Global markets were volatile while the dollar rebounded on Tuesday in choppy trading as Donald Trump's returned to the White House.

Trade, tariffs, energy - markets react to Trump's return to office

The U.S. stock market experienced a robust performance during the week of January 13 to January 17, 2025, marking its best week in two months.

Is The Trump Rally Over?                

As investors seek assets that will shine under a Donald Trump presidency, one corner of the U.S. stock market expected to benefit from the Republican's policies has been stumbling. 

Small caps lose Trump bump as rising rates sap strength

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s fourth-quarter revenue and profit beat expectations, as demand for advanced chips used in artificial intelligence applications continued to surge.

TSMC net profit hits record high as fourth-quarter results top expectations on robust AI chip demand

Synthesia, a video platform that uses artificial intelligence to generate clips featuring multilingual human avatars, has raised $180 million in an investment round valuing the startup at $2.1 billion.

Nvidia-backed AI video platform Synthesia doubles valuation to $2.1 billion

The S&P 500 faces its largest implied move ahead of a CPI report in nearly a year, with a potential 1% move in either direction on January 15. Robust jobs data and soaring bond yields add to the tension. 

Traders brace for S&P 500’s busiest CPI day since March 2023

During the week of January 6 to January 10, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced notable declines, influenced by economic data and sector-specific developments.

Bond Yields And The Stock Market

Global stocks fell on Monday, while the dollar hit 26-month peaks following a bumper U.S. jobs report that prompted investors to question if interest rates will fall at all this year, just as earnings season is about to get underway.

Stocks tumble as traders cast doubt on 2025 rate cut

The company posted December quarter revenue that topped analyst estimates, as the company continues to get a boost from the AI boom. 

World’s biggest chipmaker TSMC posts record 2024 revenue as AI boost continues

The shares of IonQ Inc. and other companies linked to quantum computing tumbled in premarket trading on Wednesday, after Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang said that “very useful” quantum computers are likely decades away.

Quantum Stocks Drop as Nvidia CEO Sees Use Years Away

NVIDIA and Uber Technologies have partnered to hasten the creation of artificial intelligence-powered autonomous cars. The firms stated in a joint statement that the cooperation would make use of DGX Cloud and NVIDIA's Cosmos platform to improve the scalability and efficiency of autonomous driving solutions.

Uber teams up with NVIDIA to advance autonomous driving technology

Global semiconductor stocks climbed on Monday after contract electronics giant Foxconn announced record fourth-quarter revenues, suggesting the artificial intelligence boom has far more room to run.

Global chip stocks climb as Foxconn’s bumper results show a continuation of the AI boom

During the holiday-shortened week from December 30, 2024, to January 3, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced mixed performance.

Short Squeeze Friday. What Now?

The company achieved record electric vehicle sales in China in December, marking a new milestone for the company. The EV maker reported approximately 83,000 units sold in China during December, a 12.8% increase compared to November. 

 Tesla hits record EV sales in China despite global dip

The company is offering discounts on its top-end iPhones and other products in China for the upcoming Chinese New Year as the U.S. tech giant faces heightened competition in one of its most crucial markets.

Apple offers holiday discount in China as Huawei competition heats up

Every morning, my routine begins with analyzing 

. Interest rates play a crucial role in shaping stock market movements, and I track daily, weekly, and monthly changes using my custom spreadsheet. 

Pre-Market Prep: Insights from Bob Iaccino

The recalled Models were manufactured between Sept. 28, 2021, and Nov. 22 at the company’s gigafactory in Shanghai. Tesla will fix the issue via an over-the-air software update.

Tesla Recalls Nearly 78,000 Model 3, Model Y Vehicles In China

Boeing shares dropped nearly 5% in premarket after South Korea ordered an inspection of all B737-800 planes, the model involved in a deadly Jeju Air crash over the weekend.

Boeing shares dropped nearly 5% in premarket

During the holiday-shortened week of December 23 to December 27, 2024, U.S. stock markets exhibited mixed performance, with major indexes experiencing gains earlier in the week but facing declines by week's end.

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A record year for travel in the US is pushing airline stocks to a soaring annual outperformance, and the prospect of sustained earnings power points to a bullish outlook for 2025.

Airlines stocks beat market by most in a decade as travel booms

The company's shares climbed for their biggest two-day advance since August on expectations of a higher return-on-equity following a report the Japanese automaker is planning to double its target.

Toyota shares gain for second day after report on ROE target

A strike at Starbucks will expand to over 300 U.S. stores on Tuesday, with more than 5,000 workers expected to walk off the job before the five-day work stoppage ends later on Christmas Eve, the workers' union said.

Starbucks strike to expand to over 300 US stores on Christmas Eve

The two companies are in talks to merge by 2026, they said on Monday, a historic pivot for Japan's auto industry that underlines the threat Chinese EV makers now pose to the world's long-dominant legacy car makers.

Honda, Nissan aim to merge by 2026 in historic pivot

During the week of December 16–20, 2024, U.S. stock markets experienced mixed performance amid significant economic developments.

The company's stock fell sharply early Friday after the pharmaceutical giant, known for its blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, posted disappointing clinical trial data for its experimental obesity drug CagriSema. 

Novo Nordisk stock crashes more than 20% after disappointing obesity drug data

Amazon.com workers at seven U.S. facilities walked off the job early on Thursday during the holiday shopping rush, aiming to pressure the retailer into contract talks with their union. 

Amazon workers strike at seven US facilities ahead of Christmas rush

The U.S. stock market experienced mixed results during the week of December 9-13, 2024. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite saw slight gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended relatively flat. 

FOMC & OPEX  

Nasdaq is on track to beat the New York Stock Exchange on listings for the sixth straight year in 2024 as Wall Street looks for a bumper crop of initial public offerings in 2025.

Nasdaq is on track to beat the New York Stock Exchange on listings for the sixth straight year in 2024 

TSLA Stock Surges In Wednesday Pre-Market After Multiple Price Target Hikes Elon Musk-Led EV Giant Has Made Investors $490 Billion Richer So Far In 2024. 

Adobe falls as annual revenue forecast triggers concerns on delayed AI returns 

TSLA Stock Surges In Wednesday Pre-Market After Multiple Price Target Hikes

The U.S. stock market had a strong week from December 2 to December 6, 2024, continuing its upward momentum from November's gains. 

JOB NUMBERS & INTEREST RATE CUTS

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s sales rose 34% in November, reflecting sustained growth from AI demand despite concerns that data center building will slow. 

TSMC Revenue Jumps 34% in November in Sign of AI Demand

U.S. stock futures suggest a subdued opening as investors await November payrolls data, a key economic report that may influence Federal Reserve policy and market direction. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent remarks on the economy’s strength have tempered rate cut expectations, adding to today’s cautious sentiment. 

Caution in Markets Ahead of Payrolls Data Release

Caution In Markets Ahead Of Payrolls Data Release

We’re exploring one of the most discussed topics in trading: the Golden Cross and Death Cross. These patterns are not just intriguing, but also essential for understanding market trends and momentum.

Golden Cross Vs. Death Cross

U.S. stock futures point to a cautious opening on Thursday after a record-high close on Wednesday. With Bitcoin hitting a new milestone of $103,000, investors are bracing for jobless claims data while watching closely for signals from the Federal Reserve on economic growth and inflation.

U.S. Stocks Face Tepid Start as Bitcoin Surpasses $103K: Investors Await Jobless Claims Data

U.S. Stocks Face Tepid Start As Bitcoin Surpasses $103K: Investors Await Jobless Claims Data

The company reported Q3 revenue of $9.44 billion, exceeding analyst estimates of $9.35 billion, and delivered an adjusted operating margin of 33.1%. The company's robust performance, paired with optimism around its AI-driven strategy, has fueled investor confidence, sending shares toward record highs in pre-market trading

Salesforce Soars on Strong Earnings and AI Potential

Salesforce Soars On Strong Earnings And AI Potential

The company is facing legal action in the UK over claims that businesses using cloud computing services from Amazon, Google, and Alibaba may be paying higher license fees to use its Windows Server software. The lawsuit alleges anti-competitive practices, potentially leading to higher costs for thousands of cloud customers. The outcome of the case could have significant financial and regulatory implications for Microsoft and its cloud services business. 

Microsoft Faces UK Lawsuit Over Cloud Computing License Fees

During the week of November 25–29, 2024, U.S. stock markets exhibited mixed performances, with various factors influencing sector and index trends.

Don’t Jump Into Small-Cap Stocks For The Wrong Reasons

Stellantis stock dropped as much as 8.9% on Monday, marking its lowest point in over two years, following the sudden resignation of CEO Carlos Tavares on Sunday. The unexpected leadership change has heightened investor concerns about the carmaker’s ability to navigate challenges, including U.S. overcapacity, sluggish global car demand, and rising competition from Chinese automakers.

Stellantis Shares Plunge Nearly 9% After CEO Carlos Tavares’ Abrupt Resignation

Australia’s new Social Media Minimum Age Bill bans children under 16 from using platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Snapchat. Meta, ByteDance (TikTok), and Snap could face hefty fines of up to $32 million (AUD 49.5 million) for violations. The law, passed Thursday, also exempts YouTube from the age restriction, marking a significant step in regulating social media access for minors. 

 Australia Bans Social Media for Under-16s, Imposes Potential $32M Fines on Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat

 Australia Bans Social Media For Under-16s, Imposes Potential $32M Fines On Meta, TikTok, And Snapchat

CrowdStrike Holdings delivered stronger-than-expected Q3 results, posting adjusted earnings of $0.93 per share on $1.01 billion in revenue, surpassing analysts’ estimates of $0.81 per share and $983 million in revenue. The cybersecurity firm overcame anticipated headwinds from a global tech outage linked to its software earlier this year, reaffirming its resilience and market leadership in cybersecurity solutions.

CrowdStrike Surpasses Q3 Estimates Despite Global Outage Challenges

Qualcomm's interest in acquiring Intel has cooled, halting what could have been a landmark tech deal reshaping the semiconductor landscape. The decision contributed to regulatory challenges, Intel's $50B debt, and its manufacturing unit’s struggles. The move shifts focus back to Intel's reinvention efforts and Qualcomm's ambitions to tap into emerging markets like PCs, networking, and automotive chips.