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Nvidia Results Ahead, with Software Also in Focus

Nvidia results after the close dominate the news cycle barring outside events. Salesforce also reports this afternoon following a revival for software stocks in yesterday's rally.

Futures

Looking to the Futures

Trump delivers his State of the Union address and Crude Oil price react to geopolitical uncertainties.

Markets and Economy

Tech Leads as Market Braces for Nvidia's Results

Nvidia's earnings this afternoon could set the tone for the rest of the week, while investors also await key software results. Tech provided an early lift after Tuesday's rebound.

Markets and Economy

Trade in Focus but Earnings Could Take Spotlight

After a Monday marked by trade-related uncertainty, key software, consumer, and tech results vie for attention today and tomorrow, starting with Home Depot. Nvidia looms Wednesday.

Company Earnings

Less Magnificent: Why Mega-Caps Limp Post-Results

Magnificent Seven stocks stumbled after Q4 earnings, continuing a trend and hurting the broad market. Reasons are varied and not likely ending soon, so investor focus is shifting.

Markets and Economy

Tariff Drama, Upcoming Nvidia Earnings in Focus

A weak GDP report and hot inflation data were overshadowed by the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Trump's tariffs Friday. Nvidia earnings, Fed speakers are in focus this week.

Trading

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Major indices are on track for modest gains during a busy news week with increased uncertainty around tariffs, Iran, and monetary policy.

Markets and Economy

Inflation Data Next with Stocks, Yields Rangebound

This morning's December PCE data could set the tone, but tension with Iran is another focus. So is private credit after jitters yesterday when stocks broke a three-day win streak.

Markets and Economy

Walmart, Deere Up Next Ahead of Key Inflation Data

Focus returns to earnings as Walmart and Deere report before the bell. Both stocks had strong starts in 2026. Investors also brace for critical PCE and GDP data due early tomorrow.

Cascade: AI's Latest Phase

AI has evolved from concentrated innovation to increased adoption across industries, which has led to a considerable (and somewhat swift) shift in stock market leadership.

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