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S&P Futures are pushing higher this morning as mega-cap tech earnings keep the momentum going. AI and datacenter strength remain front and center, with NVIDIA announcing major South Korean partnerships and Netflix making headlines with a 10-for-1 stock split. Disney's dispute with YouTube TV adds a twist to media headlines, while META's bond demand surges. Tune in for a full market breakdown — from AMZN and COIN gains to a busy lineup of after-the-bell reports.

S&P Futures are pointing lower this morning as investors digest a wave of earnings, Fed commentary, and geopolitical updates. Mega-cap tech continues to deliver strong margins, though Microsoft's softer PC outlook weighed on its guidance. Fed Chair Jerome Powell struck a hawkish tone in yesterday's press conference, signaling that a December rate cut is not a foregone conclusion. Meanwhile, U.S.–China talks wrapped up as expected, easing trade tensions with no surprises. We'll also touch on YouTube's expiring agreement with Disney, the FDA's push to streamline biologic drug testing, and the latest corporate movers — from GOOG and LLY to META, MSFT, and MRK. After the bell, all eyes turn to Apple, Amazon, Coinbase, Reddit, and Roku, with ABBV, CVX, and XOM set to report tomorrow morning.

market-moving events. The spotlight is on tech with earnings from heavyweights like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and ServiceNow set to hit after the bell. The Fed announcement and Chair Powell's press conference are front and center today, followed by U.S.–China trade talks at tomorrow's APEC Summit. Markets are leaning into a positive narrative—particularly across the tech sector—while energy, healthcare, and materials trail behind. We'll break down the earnings movers, from CAT and GE Healthcare to CVS and Visa, and what all this means for the market's next move.

S&P Futures are edging higher this morning as investors digest a busy slate of corporate earnings and await the start of the Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting. President Trump continues his Asia tour, leaving Japan for South Korea where trade talks are set to take center stage. In corporate news, PayPal teams up with OpenAI to enable in-app purchases through ChatGPT, while new spinoffs from Honeywell and DuPont are set to join the S&P 500 next week. Tesla's EU sales slipped in September even as overall car sales in the region rose. We'll break down all the key movers including BMRN, CARR, UNH, and UPS trading higher after earnings, and AWI, PII, and WM under pressure. Plus, a look ahead to tonight's big reports from Visa and Mondelez, and tomorrow's heavyweights—Boeing, Caterpillar, Verizon, and C

S&P Futures are rallying this morning as optimism builds around a potential breakthrough in U.S.-China trade relations. A comprehensive trade deal is reportedly near finalization after high-level talks in Malaysia this weekend, with both sides confirming progress on key issues including export controls, fentanyl regulations, shipping levies, and agricultural purchases. Meanwhile, markets are gearing up for a pivotal week — the Fed is expected to cut rates by 25 basis points, a Supreme Court decision on tariffs looms, and some of the biggest names in corporate America are set to report earnings. Tune in to NewsWare's Trade Talk for everything you need to know as markets kick off one of the most important weeks of the quarter.

S&P Futures are trending higher this morning as upbeat Q3 earnings continue to ease economic concerns. All eyes are on the CPI report due out before the bell. President Trump is calling off trade talks with Canada, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer meet with China's Vice Premier He Lifeng in Malaysia—setting the stage for next week's Trump–Xi summit. Lawmakers' failure to approve pay for air-traffic controllers could start to impact airlines as the Thanksgiving travel season nears. Target and Rivian are gaining after announcing layoffs, while earnings movers include INTC, F, TDOC & SNY trading higher and BYD, MHK & VRSN lower.

S&P Futures are inching higher this morning as markets digest another round of earnings results. In geopolitical news, the U.S. is tightening sanctions on Russian oil — a move expected to curb purchases from China and India. All eyes are on tomorrow's meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials ahead of next week's high-stakes Trump–Xi summit. Quantum stocks are in focus after reports of funding talks with the Commerce Department in exchange for potential equity stakes. On the economic front, today's key release will be the New Home Sales report from the National Association of Realtors. Earnings movers include DOV, DOW, LVS, and TMUS trading higher, while IBM, SAP, and TSLA dip after results. After the bell, INTC, F, DECK, and VRSN will report — followed by PC, SNY, HCA, GD, and ITW on Friday morning.

S&P Futures are displaying gains this morning as corporate earnings results roll in. Markets are weighing a disappointing report from Netflix after a tax dispute in Brazil hit this quarter's results. On the geopolitical front, the U.S. and India are reportedly in talks to lower tariff rates. The government shutdown continues with Republicans refusing to meet with Democrats until it's resolved. President Trump is scheduled to join a NATO call today, and the Department of Energy announced plans to buy oil to replenish the Strategic Reserve. Earnings movers this morning include MCO, VRT, and HLT — all trading higher post-release. After the bell, results are due from TSLA, IBM, LRCX, URI, LVS, LUV, and PKG.

S&P Futures are edging modestly lower this morning as investors sift through a flood of corporate earnings results. President Trump's newly announced bailout plan for Argentina includes an additional $20 billion in financing — though U.S. banks involved are reportedly seeking significant collateral given Argentina's ongoing instability. Treasury Secretary Bessent met with top private equity leaders to discuss funding for a $150 billion infrastructure initiative. On the corporate front, Starboard has taken a nearly 5% stake in Fluor (FLR), sending shares higher. Earnings momentum continues with GE, GM, MMM, KO, DHR, and DGX all trading to the upside following their releases this morning. After the bell, results are due from NFLX, TXN, COF, and CB — setting the stage for another busy night of earnings.

S&P Futures are tracking higher this morning as markets prepare for a big week of earnings announcements with 80 of the S&P 500 companies are scheduled to report. There is a meeting later this week between Treasury Sec Bessent and China's Vice Premier Lifeng which his helping to lower trade tensions. President Trump to meet with the Prime Minister of Australia today and are expected to discuss tariff issues. The FAA has given Boeing permission to increase its 737-jet production. Amazon experienced a DNS issue this morning on its AWS services. Earnings reports are due out tomorrow morning from GE, KO, PM, RTX, LMT, NOC, MMM, GM. DGX & HAL.

S&P Futures are falling in the pre-market, but off their worst levels of the morning, as banking stocks lead the move lower. Regional bank fears of a credit quality problem are the key factor causing the weakness. The big banks have delivered positive earnings results this quarter which indicates that the situation is likely contained. President Trump to meet with Ukraine's President today, likely to discuss sending them tomahawk missiles. ORCL provided strong forward guidance in its analyst day yesterday. Earnings reports are out from TFC, FITB & RF which are all trading higher. IBKR is lower after their release yesterday afternoon. Monday morning, CLF & SMMT are scheduled to report.

AI optimism is lifting markets this morning as S&P Futures point to a higher open. CRM's upbeat forward growth forecast at its Analyst Day is fueling enthusiasm across the tech sector, while ORCL takes the stage later today with its own analyst event. Overseas, China is attempting to ease trade tensions with the U.S., clarifying remarks around its rare earth export policy. On the geopolitical front, President Trump announced that India's Prime Minister Modi has pledged to halt Russian oil imports, with Trump scheduled to speak again this afternoon. A busy lineup of FOMC officials is on tap before the Fed's blackout period begins tomorrow. Earnings are also front and center — BK, JBHT, TRV, and USB are all trading higher following their reports, while IBKR and CSX step up after the bell. Tomorrow morning, we'll hear from AXP, SLB, and STT. Tune in for a closer look at the latest market catalysts shaping the day on NewsWare's Trade Talk.