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Futures Steady as Iran Talks Hopes and Earnings Season Shape Market Mood: Dow Jones, S&P, Nasdaq, Wall Street
Futures tied to major U.S. indices were little changed, as investors monitored the prospect of renewed peace discussions between the United States and Iran. Hopes of easing tensions have helped keep oil prices below the $100-per-barrel level, even as Washington maintains a blockade on Iranian ports. At the same time, the earnings season continues to…
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Cooler Inflation and Easing Iran Tensions Power Nasdaq to 10-Day Winning Streak
U.S. stocks pushed broadly higher on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite extending its advance to a tenth straight session — its longest winning streak since 2021 — as a surprisingly cool Producer Price Index reading and further signs of de-escalation in the U.S.-Iran standoff gave investors a pair of reasons to buy. The soft inflation…
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Futures Signal Further Gains for Wall Street: Dow Jones, S&P, Nasdaq
U.S. stock index futures are pointing to a stronger open on Tuesday, suggesting equities could extend gains after a solid rally in the previous session. The positive tone in markets is being driven in part by renewed optimism over a possible second round of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran aimed at resolving the Middle…
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Citigroup Tops Q1 Profit Forecasts as Dealmaking Strength Persists
Citigroup (NYSE:C) reported first-quarter results on Tuesday that exceeded Wall Street profit expectations, supported by continued strength in dealmaking activity despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Executives across the financial sector remain optimistic about merger and acquisition activity this year, with expectations that a more relaxed regulatory environment under Donald Trump and momentum from the AI boom…
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Johnson & Johnson Beats Q1 Expectations, Lifts 2026 Outlook
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) reported first-quarter results on Tuesday that came in ahead of analyst forecasts, while also upgrading its full-year 2026 guidance. Adjusted earnings per share were $2.70, exceeding the consensus estimate of $2.68 by $0.02. Revenue totaled $24.1 billion, above expectations of $23.61 billion and up 9.9% from $21.9 billion in the same…
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Wells Fargo Tops Earnings Forecasts but Misses on Revenue
Wells Fargo & Co. (NYSE:WFC) delivered first-quarter earnings ahead of expectations, though a shortfall in revenue weighed on investor sentiment, with shares slipping 1.7% in premarket trading. The bank reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.60, coming in $0.02 above the analyst consensus of $1.58. Revenue reached $21.45 billion, missing forecasts of $21.76 billion, but…
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United Airlines, American Shares Gain on Report of Potential Merger Discussions
Shares of United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) and American Airlines (NASDAQ:AAL) moved higher after reports that United’s CEO Scott Kirby has raised the prospect of a combination between the two carriers. According to Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, Kirby discussed the idea with senior U.S. government officials. It remains unclear whether any formal process toward…
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Markets Rise on Iran Peace Hopes; Bank Earnings in Focus: Dow Jones, S&P, Nasdaq, Wall Street Futures
U.S. equity futures edged higher on Tuesday, while oil prices declined, as investors reacted to signs of potential progress in efforts to end the Iran conflict. However, a continued U.S. blockade of Iranian ports into a second day has added tension, further disrupting shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, a wave of major U.S.…
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Stocks Rally to Best Levels Since Iran War Began as Trump Signals Deal Still Alive
U.S. stocks surged on Monday, closing at session highs after President Donald Trump said Iran still wanted to make a deal following a deadlock in peace talks. The comments helped ease investor anxiety over the ongoing Strait of Hormuz blockade, which had sent oil prices sharply higher earlier in the session. Despite crude topping $100…
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HPE shares fall as analysts flag slower growth outlook
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE:HPE) shares dropped more than 3% on Monday after analysts raised concerns about the company’s near-term growth trajectory. Raymond James downgraded the stock from “Strong Buy” to “Outperform,” citing softer growth expectations while maintaining a constructive long-term view. The firm said the move reflects “less certainty around growth and catalysts,” even as…