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Dow Jones futures declined sharply due to global tariff hikes by Trump and mixed earnings reports from Amazon and Apple, amid a volatile market rally that saw record highs fade and economic data influence investor sentiment, with upcoming jobs report and tariff decisions expected to impact market direction.
Apple is set to report its Q3 earnings amid a 16% stock decline this year, with investors eager for updates on AI development, iPhone demand, and tariff impacts. Analysts are divided on AI strategy importance, but many see quick AI progress as crucial for future growth. The company is also expected to consider price hikes for iPhone 17 models to offset tariff costs. The results and CEO comments could influence the stock's outlook.
Dow Jones futures indicate a fourth consecutive day of gains as markets digest higher-than-expected initial unemployment claims. Palantir Technologies' stock jumps 13% after reporting strong demand for artificial intelligence, surpassing quarterly earnings estimates. Apple's earnings report is expected after the market closes. The stock market rally continues with gains in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq composite. Amazon, Lululemon Athletica, Arista Networks, and Tradeweb Markets are among the best stocks to watch. Tesla, Meta Platforms, Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft also show positive movement.
Dow Jones futures, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq 100 futures, were lower ahead of Tuesday's open as Wall Street prepares for the Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Tesla stock plunged below the $200 price level, while Apple earnings and other earnings reports are anticipated this week. The stock market rallied on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging over 500 points. Oil prices tumbled, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield remained near its long-term highs. Investors are advised to remain cautious during the ongoing stock market correction.
Stock futures for the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average rose slightly following Apple's earnings beat on both the top and bottom lines for the fiscal second quarter, driven by strong iPhone sales. However, all three major indexes closed lower during regular trading on Thursday for the fourth consecutive session due to renewed fears of contagion risk from the embattled regional bank sector. Investors are also nervous about the forward path of the Federal Reserve following policymakers' 25 basis point rate hike on Wednesday. The April jobs report, out on Friday, will provide the Fed another data point as it decides on the next step.
Jim Cramer has identified four main hurdles that investors need to navigate right now, including the upcoming Fed meeting, employment numbers, the debt ceiling crisis, and Apple's earnings report. While these issues would be easier to handle if stocks were lower, Cramer believes that anyone who can effectively navigate these hurdles will see a payoff.