Stocks in Focus as Futures Rise and Oil Prices Drop
Stock futures rose as oil prices dropped, with bank earnings and the September consumer price index report ahead. Micron fell 2.1% and SK Hynix declined 1.5% before the opening bell.
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Oil rises on Middle East attacks and supply risks
Oil prices are on track for a weekly gain as escalating attacks in the Middle East keep a geopolitical risk premium in place. The piece says Brent is around $104 a barrel and WTI near $92.
Nasdaq futures rise as oil prices ease
Stock futures rose Friday as AI-related shares recovered and oil prices fell. The rebound followed Thursday's tech selloff, while investors also looked ahead to next week's earnings season and later U.S. consumer sentiment data.
Dollar Seen Trading Around 4.08-4.10 Ringgit Next Week
Kenanga economists expect the dollar to trade between 4.08 and 4.10 ringgit next week, with risks tilted toward further ringgit weakness. They said U.S. inflation data, Fed rate expectations, Malaysia’s Budget 2027 and geopolitical risks may influence the pair.
Asian currencies mostly consolidate ahead of U.S. data
Most Asian currencies were little changed against the dollar as investors waited for U.S. data, including the University of Michigan preliminary consumer sentiment reading. Traders were also watching Treasury yields and comments from Federal Reserve officials for clues on the policy outlook.
Nasdaq falls on AI revenue fears, oil gains
The Nasdaq composite fell 1.3% in a mixed session as AI-related shares slid after reports of lower-than-expected OpenAI revenue. Oil prices rose after President Donald Trump's remarks on the Middle East war, while Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller said additional rate hikes may be needed.
JGBs rise amid possible position adjustments
Japanese government bonds rose in morning Tokyo trade amid possible position adjustments, with the 30-year JGB yield down at 4.185%. Traders are also watching Thursday's Japanese Finance Ministry auction of about 600 billion yen of 30-year sovereign debt.
Thai Central Bank Likely to Keep Monetary Policy Accommodative -- Market Talk
0224 GMT - The Bank of Thailand is still likely to keep monetary policy accommodative, say two members of Goldman Sachs' economics research team in a note. While reduced fuel subsidies could drive up inflation by allowing greater pass-through from global energy prices, the members do not expect the BOT to respond unles
China Golden Week Offers Limited Boost to Consumption -- Market Talk
2146 ET - China's extended Golden Week holiday isn't likely to provide a major boost to consumption recovery, Deutsche Bank analyst Sammi Xu says in a note. It says domestic travel was subdued, with limited spending. Government estimates show that during the Oct. 1-4 period, cross-regional passenger trips were broadly
JGB Futures Edge Higher, Tracking Gains in U.S. Treasury Market -- Market Talk
2017 ET - JGB futures edge higher in the early Tokyo session, tracking overnight price gains in U.S. Treasury market. JGBs and Treasurys tend to move in tandem. "We anticipate that buying will be slightly dominant" today following Tuesday's pause in Treasury yields' rise, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities' fixed
Momentum stocks lead as S&P 500 gains 29.1% YTD
Momentum stocks have been the standout performers so far in 2026, with the iShares Momentum ETF up 29.1% year to date. Growth stocks followed, up 17.8%.
World stocks advance to two-week highs on falling oil and yields
World stocks rose on Tuesday, reaching two-week highs as falling oil prices and retreating bond yields steadied sentiment ahead of an earnings season expected to be driven by AI growth. S&P 500 futures pointed to a record-high open, while the Nasdaq was on track for a third consecutive all-time high.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Scott Bessent Doubles Down on Iran Pressure— OPCH, PCVX, STZ in Focus (UPDATED)
Editor’s Note: The ETFs tracking benchmark indices and the headline were updated in the story. U.S. stock futures traded higher on Tuesday, with futures tied to the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 pointing to gains after the major averages closed higher on Monday. Iran’s economic crisis escalated as Oil Minister Mohs
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Jones Futures Gain as Scott Bessent Doubles Down on Iran Pressure— OPCH, PCVX, STZ in Focus
U.S. stock futures traded higher on Tuesday, with futures tied to the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 pointing to gains after the major averages closed higher on Monday. Iran’s economic crisis escalated as Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned amid allegations involving $2 billion in missing oil revenue, while the Ir
US stock futures inch up as yields ease, PCE inflation looms
Dow E-minis were up 0.18%, S&P 500 E-minis up 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 E-minis down 0.01% at 05:27 a.m. ET. Traders awaited August PCE inflation, second-quarter GDP and comments from Fed officials later in the day.
2-year US yield falls after Fed's Williams cools rate hike bets
The 2-year US Treasury yield slipped after New York Fed President John Williams said there was 'no urgency' for further action, while major stock indexes eased. US crude fell and the dollar firmed against the yen as investors awaited Wednesday's PCE inflation data.
Asian shares fall as oil rises and Treasury yields climb
Major Asian, US and European stock indexes were lower, while bonds and the dollar were mixed. The report also showed Brent crude higher and gold at a more than seven-week low.
Global stocks fall as oil rises, Treasury yields extend gains
Major stock indexes fell, with the MSCI world gauge down 0.83%, as oil prices resumed their rise and Treasury yields extended gains. Spot gold dropped 3.5% to a more than seven-week low.
30-Year Yields Hit 2004 High as Oil Jumps - Europe Market Wrap
Stocks fell as another jump in oil prices fueled a fresh bond selloff, pushing 30-year Treasury yields to their highest level since 2004 and reviving concerns over persistent inflation. S&P 500 futures dropped 0.5%, putting the index on track to give back most of its weekly gain, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.9%. The
MNI US OPEN - Trump Hails "Very Good" Talks With Iran's Envoys
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY * TRUMP HAILS IRAN TALKS EVEN AS TEHRAN SETS 'FIRM POSITIONS': #0244e48b-2945-4b3b-8085-728a924ddf38 * ZELENSKY ASKS TRUMP FOR WINTER ARMS PACKAGE, EXPECTS ENERGY-CEASEFIRE PUSH: WSJ: #cddd3044-ae77-4efa-9233-fb28b1e6f368 * NAGEL SAYS 'VIGILANT' ECB MAY NEED MILDLY RESTRICTIVE RATES: #13be4029-5b8c-40
MNI EUROPEAN MARKETS ANALYSIS: USD Supported Despite Lower Oil
* Oil has continued to trend lower during Wednesday's APAC session as talks continue on the sidelines of this week's UN gathering. The fact negotiations are even taking place to facilitate Middle East energy shipments is driving optimism in markets but the situation remains very precarious. UST futures are higher, but
MNI EUROPEAN OPEN: Oil Pullback Continues
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY * TRUMP HAILS 'VERY GOOD' IRAN TALKS FOLLOWING ANNIHILATION THREAT - BBG: #cdbad0a1-5c8d-4cdb-9819-370162b99299 * ZELENSKY ASKS TRUMP FOR WINTER ARMS PACKAGE, EXPECTS ENERGY-CEASEFIRE PUSH - WSJ: #a4c79a68-e487-466b-a806-4885fa3200e0 * LASTING SHOCKS, FIRMING DEMAND REQUIRE FED ACTION - BARKIN - MNI
Asian stocks rise as tech rally, AI optimism, lower oil prices lift sentiment
Asian markets advanced on Tuesday, led by technology stocks, as lower oil prices boosted sentiment and investors anticipated positive outcomes from US-Iran talks. The dollar held firm against the yen on expectations of further interest rate hikes.
GLOBAL MARKETS — Stocks and bonds dip as central banks jack up rates to tame inflation
(Updates throughout) BOJ hike lifts rates to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years Dollar up 1% to 157.54 yen after two BOJ board members dissent Brent crude falls as much as 2.8% after Reuters report By Amanda Cooper LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) — Global shares and bonds dipped on Friday while Japan's well-telegraphed hike fe
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Rise as Trump Weighs 'Big Decision' on Iran Military Strikes— OKLO, MCD, BB, NUE in Focus
U.S. stock futures advanced on Friday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Thursday’s higher close. Crude oil slipped while gas prices continued to climb as President Donald Trump weighs a “big decision” on potential military strikes against Iran ahead of upcoming talks with Gulf leaders re
GLOBAL MARKETS — Stocks rise as oil dips, yen weakens after BOJ hikes as expected
BOJ raises interest rates to a 31-year high Traders ponder hawkish turn from policymakers to tackle inflation Brent falls as much as 1.5% on hopes for alternate Middle East supply routes (Updates after BOJ) By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, Sept 18 (Reuters) — Asian stocks rose and the dollar held its ground on Friday as in
GLOBAL MARKETS — Stocks rise as oil dips, yen wobbles ahead of BOJ
BOJ set to raise interest rates to a 31-year high Traders brace for hawkish rhetoric from policymakers to tackle inflation Brent falls 1% on hopes for alternate Middle East supply routes By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE, Sept 18 (Reuters) — Asian stocks rose and the dollar held its ground on Friday as investors contended wi
Bloom Energy rises with data-center power stocks
Bloom Energy shares were up 3.69% as lower oil prices and bond yields supported risk assets and data-center infrastructure names. The piece also points to Generac’s Amazon-related arrangement and Vicor’s licensing deal as sector read-throughs.
Stocks rise on triple witching, oil slump and Fed hopes
U.S. stocks are higher in early trade as triple witching approaches, oil falls and investors focus on rate-cut hopes. The piece also cites stronger AI-related money flows, softer housing data and mixed macro prints.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Rise Despite 25 Bps Fed Rate Hike— SNAP, LEN, GNRC in Focus
U.S. stock futures advanced on Thursday, as the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose, following Wednesday’s lower close. In a unanimous vote, all 12 Federal Open Market Committee members approved a 25-basis-point increase in the federal funds rate, bringing the target range to 3.75%—4.00%. Amid the Middle Eas