Futures - Spark Newswire

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S&P 500 Hit 4,000, Bank Stocks Soar, Treasury Yields Rise, As Worries Over Banking Crisis Ease – Traders Await FOMC

Today, 9:56 PM

It's a day of deep risk-on in markets, with stocks posting strong gains, bonds and gold plunging as Treasury yields climbed, after Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen injected confidence over the b

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U.S. Futures Trade Higher While Asian Markets Are Down After Global Central Banks Intervene In Coordinated Action To Ease Liquidity Strain

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

The index futures cut their losses and traded in the green on Sunday following Swiss investment bank Credit Suisse AG’s (NYSE: CS) sale to its peer UB

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Markets Dip, Signaling Pause In Rally As Focus Shifts To Next Week’s Fed Decision: Analyst Says Brace For More Volatility Near Term

By Piero Cingari

Today, 9:56 PM

Risk aversion escalated on Wall Street Friday, with all major indices trading in the red, as investors remain skeptical about the stability of the banking sector in the wake of recent turmoil in the U.S. and Europe. Cues From Friday's Trading:

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Nasdaq, S&P Futures Plunge As Credit Suisse Crisis Deepens, Bringing Banks Back In Spotlight

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

The euphoria over Tuesday’s inflation numbers has apparently given way to skepticism, with index futures retreating sharply early Wednesday. Traders get to digest another set of key economic data points to make their conclusions about Fed’s potential March move. Cues From Tuesday’s Trading:

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Stretch Gains After February Inflation Prints In Line With Expectations

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

Trading in the U.S. index futures suggests stocks could strive to pick up some momentum after Monday’s listless performance.

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Nasdaq Futures Climb Solidly After Past Week’s Rout: Analyst Flags Key S&P 500 Support To Stay Above October Lows

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

After the market mayhem seen last week, some semblance of normalcy could return to Wall Street, thanks to the government’s move to assuage concerns in response to the banking crisis.

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US Stocks Poised To Open Lower After Thursday’s Plunge: Can Jobs Data Help Reverse Sentiment?

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

Trading in the U.S. index futures suggests stocks could extend their sell-off on Friday, although the jobs report due ahead of the market open could change the entire complexion depending on how the numbers shape up. Cues From Thursday’s Trading:

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Flatline Ahead Of Housing, Consumer Data: Analyst Pins Hopes On Dollar, Fed Rates To Keep Flickering Rally Hopes Alive

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

Trading in the U.S. index futures suggests stocks may start Tuesday’s session slightly higher, although the mood could be cautious ahead of some key economic data on the housing market, business activity and consumer confidence. Cues From Monday’s Trading:

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Rebound In New Trading Week But Rising Bond Yields Remain A Risk

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

US stocks are coming off a lackluster week and early indications suggest a reversal in sentiment in the new trading week. While rising bond yields could be a cause of concern, the recent weakness could trigger bargain-hunting-related buying.

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US Stocks Could Struggle For Direction After Tuesday’s Sell-Off: Defending This Level On S&P 500 Key To Preserve Recovery Narrative, Analyst Says

By Shanthi Rexaline

Today, 9:56 PM

After Tuesday’s brutal sell-off, sentiment continues to remain unsettled. The index futures point to indecision and a lack of conviction among traders on Wednesday as they look ahead to more Main Street cues. Cues From Tuesday’s Trading:

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