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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.

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.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Hit Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both hit record highs, driven by strong tech sector earnings and optimism over a potential US-Iran diplomatic deal. Easing Middle East tensions reduced oil supply risk, while solid corporate results boosted confidence in near-term profit growth.

S&P 500 Hits Record on Six-Week Win Streak

The S&P 500 closed at a record high after its sixth straight week of gains, marking a sustained rally in large-cap U.S. equities. Consistent multi-week advances like this often draw additional institutional inflows, though they can also set the stage for profit-taking on any negative surprise.

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.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Hit Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both closed at record highs, lifted by strong corporate earnings. The gains reflect broad investor confidence, though the rally's staying power depends on whether earnings strength continues across more sectors.

Tech Earnings and Fed Decision Test US Stock Rally

Wall Street faces a high-stakes week as major technology company earnings and a Federal Reserve rate decision land together. With US stocks already trading at elevated levels, markets have little room for disappointment on either front.

S&P 500 Heads for Strongest Quarterly Profit Growth in Four Years

S&P 500 companies are on pace for their sharpest quarterly profit growth in four years, fuelled by strong results from the largest technology firms. Big Tech carries outsized index weight, so its earnings performance significantly lifts the blended growth rate for the whole index. The focus now shifts to whether profit gains are broad across sectors or concentrated in a few mega-cap names.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Record Monthly Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs, logging their best monthly gain since 2020. An analyst attributed the rally to strong corporate profits driving investor confidence and higher valuations.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Post Biggest Monthly Gains in Years

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher Thursday, booking their biggest monthly gains in years as strong corporate earnings offset oil and geopolitical concerns. Alphabet reported a record quarter for its cloud unit, boosting tech sentiment. Industrials and technology sectors led the broad-based rally.

Futures Slide on Hormuz Risk, Mag 7 Earnings

S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow futures dropped as markets tracked the threat of a Strait of Hormuz closure alongside incoming Magnificent 7 earnings. A Hormuz shutdown would spike oil prices globally, while tech results will test whether mega-cap valuations hold. Both risks landing in the same week raises the stakes for

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Fresh Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, lifted by a surge in Intel and broader semiconductor stocks. Hopes for US-Iran peace talks added to the optimism, while strong corporate earnings provided a solid base. Markets are now focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting for interest rate signals.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Records Ahead of Earnings Season

U.S. stocks reached record highs after U.S.-Iran tension fears eased, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq staging swift rebounds. First-quarter earnings season is now the primary driver, with elevated oil prices and potential inflation posing the main downside risks. Corporate guidance will be closely watched for signs of

Futures Slide as Iran De-escalation Hopes Fade

Futures tied to the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow fell as hopes for de-escalation in Iran diminished, triggering a broad risk-off move. Elevated Middle East tensions typically push energy prices higher and redirect capital into safe-haven assets, pressuring equity valuations. Traders will watch crude oil and any diplomatic

S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Trade Up to 37% Below Highs

Three S&P 500 dividend stocks are reportedly trading at markdowns of as much as 37%, flagging potential discount entry points for income investors. Elevated interest rates continue to pressure dividend equity valuations as yield-bearing fixed-income alternatives draw competing capital. Specific company names, sectors,

The S&P 500 Rips to New All Time Highs

The S&P 500 has climbed to new all-time highs, marking a fresh peak for the broad U.S. equity benchmark. The move signals positive market sentiment and may influence allocation decisions across institutional and retail portfolios.

Dow Surges 850 Points as US-Iran Talks Ease Risk

The Dow gained approximately 850 points Thursday while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each recorded a third consecutive all-time closing high. Progress in U.S.-Iran diplomatic talks eased geopolitical risk premiums, supporting the broad rally. Further developments in negotiations will determine whether the current risk-on

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Fresh Records on War Resolution Hopes

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite hit fresh all-time highs Wednesday as investor sentiment improved on hopes of a resolution to an ongoing war. The Dow also rose, reflecting broad risk-on appetite as geopolitical risk premiums eased. Durability of the rally depends on whether diplomatic progress materializes.

Dow Surges 900 Points as Iran Opens Hormuz

U.S. stocks rallied sharply Monday after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open," removing a key geopolitical risk that had pressured markets. The Dow gained roughly 900 points while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also rose broadly. Crude oil price trajectories and further regional developments remain the key

S&P 500, Nasdaq Retreat After Intraday Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreated after hitting intraday record highs as optimism over potential Iran diplomacy faded and investors weighed a fresh wave of earnings. Analysts cautioned the rally lacks strong economic backing, making it vulnerable to sentiment shifts. Geopolitical developments and incoming earnings guida

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S&P 500 Rides Sixth Week of Gains to Record Close

The S&P 500 closed at a record high after its sixth straight week of gains, marking a sustained rally in large-cap U.S. equities. Consistent multi-week advances like this often draw additional institutional inflows, though they can also set the stage for profit-taking on any negative surprise.

3mo ago · 2 min · Markets

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on Solid Earnings

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both closed at record highs, lifted by strong corporate earnings. The gains reflect broad investor confidence, though the rally's staying power depends on whether earnings strength continues across more sectors.

3mo ago · 2 min · Markets

S&P 500 profit eyes sharpest quarterly growth in four years after Big Tech results

S&P 500 companies are on pace for their sharpest quarterly profit growth in four years, fuelled by strong results from the largest technology firms. Big Tech carries outsized index weight, so its earnings performance significantly lifts the blended growth rate for the whole index. The focus now shifts to whether profit gains are broad across sectors or concentrated in a few mega-cap names.

3mo ago · 2 min · Markets

S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, lifted by a surge in Intel and broader semiconductor stocks. Hopes for US-Iran peace talks added to the optimism, while strong corporate earnings provided a solid base. Markets are now focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting for interest rate signals.

4mo ago · 1 min · Markets

3 S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Marked Down as Much as 37%

Three S&P 500 dividend stocks are reportedly trading at markdowns of as much as 37%, flagging potential discount entry points for income investors. Elevated interest rates continue to pressure dividend equity valuations as yield-bearing fixed-income alternatives draw competing capital. Specific company names, sectors,

4mo ago · 1 min · Markets

The S&P 500 Rips to New All Time Highs

The S&P 500 has climbed to new all-time highs, marking a fresh peak for the broad U.S. equity benchmark. The move signals positive market sentiment and may influence allocation decisions across institutional and retail portfolios.

4mo ago · 1 min · Markets

US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq retreat as rally momentum begins to fade

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreated after hitting intraday record highs as optimism over potential Iran diplomacy faded and investors weighed a fresh wave of earnings. Analysts cautioned the rally lacks strong economic backing, making it vulnerable to sentiment shifts. Geopolitical developments and incoming earnings guida

4mo ago · 1 min · Markets