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Microsoft Drives Nasdaq Surge, Dow and S&P 500 Rebound

U.S. stocks rallied on July 31, 2026, with Microsoft leading tech gains that pushed the Nasdaq sharply higher while the Dow and S&P 500 also rebounded. Bond yields rose alongside equities, signaling broad risk appetite rather than sector rotation alone.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Wobble as Tariffs Hit

The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq struggled for direction on July 24, 2026, as a tech-sector rout and new Trump tariffs arriving simultaneously unsettled investors. The dual pressure raises margin concerns for import-heavy companies and clouds near-term earnings guidance across major indices.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Slip on Oil, Earnings Watch

The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all fell on July 24, 2026, as rising oil prices pressured sentiment. Investors were also holding back ahead of major earnings reports from Alphabet and Tesla, two of the heaviest-weighted names in U.S. indexes.

US Stocks Drop as AI Spending Fears, Oil Rise

US stocks fell on Wednesday as investors questioned the return on surging AI spending and crude oil prices rose, adding inflation pressure. The Nasdaq dropped 1.73%, the S&P 500 fell 1.08%, and the Dow slid 0.89%.

Futures Drop as Trump Ends Ceasefire, Oil Surges

U.S. stock futures for the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow fell Friday after President Trump declared the Middle East ceasefire "over," sending oil prices sharply higher. The combination of rising energy costs and heightened geopolitical risk pushed investors into risk-off mode ahead of the market open.

Dow Hits Record High as Tech Stocks Sell Off

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 590 points to a new all-time high, but Meta Platforms, chip stocks, and optical networking companies fell sharply in the same session. The split signals a rotation from high-growth technology names into value and industrial stocks.

Nasdaq Futures Drop 1.1% in Global Tech Sell-Off

Nasdaq futures dropped 1.1% on June 26, 2026, as a global technology sell-off resumed amid concerns over high valuations, production cuts, and rising volatility. S&P 500 futures also slid, pointing to a weak open for US markets with tech-heavy portfolios facing the sharpest pressure.

Apple Drops 6% After MacBook and iPad Price Hikes

Apple shares closed 6.15% lower at $275.15 on the Nasdaq, their worst day in over a year, after the company raised prices on MacBooks and iPads. Investors appear worried the hikes signal cost pressure rather than pricing strength, raising concerns about demand and margins.

Chip Sell-Off Drags Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Lower

Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures fell sharply on June 24, 2026, as a global semiconductor sell-off revived doubts about AI investment returns. The decline signals broad pressure on tech-heavy indexes and could compress elevated valuations across the growth sector.

Musk Hits $1 Trillion as SpaceX Lists on Nasdaq

Elon Musk's net worth reached roughly $1.05 trillion on June 12, 2026, after SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq, valuing his stake at over $766 billion. The listing marks the first time a single individual's publicly priced equity holdings have crossed the $1 trillion threshold.

SpaceX Sets IPO Record at $75 Billion Nasdaq Debut

SpaceX is raising $75 billion by selling 555.6 million shares at $135 each, making it the largest IPO on record ahead of its Nasdaq debut. The deal dwarfs all prior listings and could trigger index inclusion, passive fund buying, and a fresh wave of large tech IPOs.

Nasdaq Recovers as Apple Drops on AI News

U.S. stocks closed mixed, with the Nasdaq posting a partial recovery while the Dow dipped lower. Apple fell after news about its AI plans unsettled investors, weighing on broader market sentiment.

S&P 500, Dow Fall on Hot Inflation and Iran Threat

US consumer prices rose above 4% in May, hitting a three-year high, while President Trump issued a fresh threat against Iran. The dual shock pushed the S&P 500 and Dow lower, with the Nasdaq falling around 1% on a chip-sector sell-off.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Drop on Tech Slide

Futures tied to the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq fell before Monday's open as tech stocks slid and US-Iran nuclear talks showed signs of breaking down. The dual pressure from sector weakness and geopolitical risk is weighing on investor sentiment heading into the week.

Nvidia Leads Chip Rebound as Iran Halts Israel Strikes

Nvidia rose 1.66% to $208.35 after its chief executive called the recent market pullback a discounted buying opportunity. The move helped lift the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as chip stocks rebounded and Iran announced a halt to strikes on Israel.

Nasdaq Drops 4% as Fed Rate-Hike Bets Hammer AI Stocks

The Nasdaq dropped 4% on Wednesday as rising bets on Federal Reserve rate hikes hit AI and technology stocks hard. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones also fell, reflecting broad investor concern that borrowing costs could stay higher for longer.

Wall Street Opens Flat on Inflation Data, Mideast Watch

Wall Street was set for a muted open as investors processed the latest inflation data and monitored Middle East peace signals. Neither input provided a strong enough catalyst to move the Dow or Nasdaq decisively in either direction.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Close at Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closed at fresh record highs Wednesday, lifted in part by a pullback in oil prices. Reports that a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal may be near drove crude lower, easing energy cost pressures across markets.

OpenAI Misses Targets, Oil Tops $110, Nasdaq Slips

Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 0.6% after the Wall Street Journal reported OpenAI missed its user and sales targets, rattling AI-driven tech valuations. Crude oil crossing $110 a barrel added pressure by raising inflation and margin concerns across the broader market.

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SpaceX raising $75 billion in record-setting IPO as Nasdaq debut awaits

SpaceX is raising $75 billion by selling 555.6 million shares at $135 each, making it the largest IPO on record ahead of its Nasdaq debut. The deal dwarfs all prior listings and could trigger index inclusion, passive fund buying, and a fresh wave of large tech IPOs.

2mo ago · 3 min · Markets

Tech drags stocks lower as crude oil tops $110: Markets wrap

Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 0.6% after the Wall Street Journal reported OpenAI missed its user and sales targets, rattling AI-driven tech valuations. Crude oil crossing $110 a barrel added pressure by raising inflation and margin concerns across the broader market.

3mo ago · 2 min · Markets