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U.S. stocks opened lower on Wednesday, with the Dow around 49,117 (-0.1%), the S&P 500 near 6,924 (-0.5%), and the Nasdaq about 23,519 (-0.8%), on pace for a second straight session of declines as tech shares come under pressure after reports that China banned U.S. cybersecurity software. The Supreme Court is expected to rule on tariffs at 10 a.m. ET, though the decisions remain unclear.
U.S. stocks slipped following the December CPI report, with the Dow down about 398 points (0.8%) and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also lower. The headline CPI rose 2.7% year over year and the core rate 2.6%, dampening expectations for an imminent rate cut. Weak earnings from JPMorgan and other large names weighed on the market, while energy stocks rose on higher oil prices.
Old-economy names drive the Dow higher in 2026 (Boeing ~12%, Caterpillar ~12%, Sherwin-Williams ~10%), while Visa and Salesforce drag; JPMorgan beat Q4 estimates fueling premarket gains; other headlines include L3Harris IPO plans, Delta's mixed results, core CPI up 2.6% y/y vs 2.8% expected, Intel/AMD upgrades from KeyBanc on hyperscaler demand, Reddit growth optimism from Evercore ISI, and global central banks defending Powell's independence as Trump imposes a 25% tariff on Iran trade; futures were little changed.
The stock market experienced significant gains with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq reaching new highs, driven by strong earnings, a surprise jobs report, and positive sector performances, including aerospace and defense stocks, amid ongoing economic and political developments.
Stock futures are nearly unchanged after the S&P 500 and Dow hit new highs, with the market reacting positively to recent geopolitical events and strong earnings, while geopolitical tensions and potential military actions remain a concern for future market stability.
The stock market saw gains with the Dow surpassing 49,000, driven by Nvidia's new AI chip and strong performances from Sandisk and Western Digital, amid overall positive market sentiment and record highs in some tech stocks.
The stock market experienced a significant rally with the Dow rising nearly 500 points, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq surging following developments in Venezuela; gold and silver prices also increased, and Chevron's stock soared.
The stock market experienced mixed results on Jan. 2, 2026, with the Dow and S&P 500 rising and breaking four-day losing streaks, while the Nasdaq declined slightly, influenced by sector performances and investor shifts towards AI-related stocks ahead of the CES trade show.
The stock market experienced a mixed close with the Dow up 0.7%, small caps outperforming, and Nvidia and Tesla making notable moves. The 'January Barometer' is being watched as a potential indicator for the year's market direction, with recent data suggesting a cautious optimism. Key stocks like Nvidia, Caterpillar, and Boeing led gains, while AppLovin triggered a sell rule amid broader sector movements.
Despite a 14% rise in the Dow Jones in 2025, five stocks—Home Depot, Procter & Gamble, Nike, Salesforce, and UnitedHealth—fell over 10%, making them attractive contrarian buys for 2026 due to their strong fundamentals and long-term growth potential, especially as economic conditions improve.
Despite a 14% gain in the Dow Jones in 2025, five stocks—Home Depot, Procter & Gamble, Nike, Salesforce, and UnitedHealth—fell over 10%, making them attractive contrarian buys for 2026 due to their strong fundamentals and growth potential. These companies are out of favor due to sector-specific challenges but are positioned for recovery and long-term value appreciation.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is currently stagnant as investors await the release of the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes, which could influence future monetary policy and market direction.
Stock indexes showed slight movements as investors awaited the Federal Reserve's December meeting minutes, with gold and silver stocks attempting rebounds and some tech stocks like Palantir and Tesla improving from lows. The market was cautious ahead of the Fed's release, with minor gains in major indices and notable activity in precious metals and select stocks.
The stock market experienced a decline with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq falling from recent highs, while Nvidia and Tesla shares also declined. Key economic indicators and upcoming Fed minutes are expected to influence market movements in the short term.
The stock market experienced a Santa Claus rally with indexes reaching new highs, as most stocks on the Nasdaq and NYSE gained, reflecting a positive holiday season trend, with the Dow outperforming the Nasdaq.