NewsWare‘s Trade Talk

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Wednesday, June 4

S&P Futures are trading higher this morning due to a combination of strong performance in tech stocks as well as optimism that tariffs will not be a drag on corporate earnings. In fact, one major broker released a slew of price target upgrades this morning. Comments on trade talks will continue to be in focus as the Trump administration has a deadline of today for all countries to submit their best and final trade proposals. Announcement on trade deals are expected to follow. On the economic front, THE ADP Employment report, ISM Services Index and the Fed's Beigh Book are all due out today. After the bell today, PVH & FIVE are scheduled to release earnings.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Tuesday, June 3

S&P Futures are displaying weakness this morning on renewed concerns over global trade. The Trump administration is asking countries to provide their best offer on trade negotiations by Wednesday June 4th. While agreements are reportedly close, the uncertainty surrounding the outcome of these talks is weighing on market sentiment. The world economy is expected to slow this year, with growth projected at 2.9% in both 2025 and 2026, down from 3.3% last year, according to the OECD. CEG is higher this morning after META signs a 20yr power contract. On the economic front, Factory Orders and the JOLT's report are due out today. After the bell today, CRWD, HPE, GWRE and HQY are scheduled to release earnings.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Monday, June 2

S&P Futures are moving lower this morning due to an escalation of trade tensions between the U.S. & China. Both sides have accused each other of violating the 90-day trade truce. President Trump said that he will be raising tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%. The EU and the U.S. will be holding trade talks this week. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell well be making some opening remarks today, yesterday Fed governor Christopher Waller indicated that the Fed will likely be able to lower interest rates this year. Oil prices are spiking this morning as geopolitical concerns with Ukraine and Iran overtake OPEC decision to hike its output in July. On the economic front ISM Manufacturing PMI data is out today. SAIC is trading lower after an earnings miss this morning. This week's earnings announcements include, SIG, DG, HPE, CRWD, DLTR, PVH, FIVE, CIEN, DOCU, LULU & AVGO.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Friday, May 30

S&P Futures are moving slightly lower this morning as the markets await a key inflation report. Trade talks are said to be continuing, with possible announcements in June. Trump tariffs while temporarily reinstated during the appeals process, are unlikely to receive a favorable ruling. The admin has already started to pivot to different provisions of the Trade Act in an effort to retain its tariff restrictions.  President Trump will be holding a press conference today at 1:30 pm as Elon Musk steps down from his role. On the economic front today are reports on PCE & Consumer Sentiment are due out. Earnings will be a key focus today. DELL, ULTA, DELL and SCHL are higher after their reports. Next week's earnings announcements include, SAIC, SIG, DG, HPE, CRWD, DLTR, PVH, FIVE, CIEN, DOCU, LULU & AVGO

SPECIAL EDITION of NewsWare's Trade Talk: AIQ Systems Sector Based Analysis - May 2025

CEO of AIQ Systems Steve Hill joins NewsWare's Bill Olsen to catch up on how their previous sector analysis worked out as markets have navigated the latest developments on tariffs and they offer their insight on what sectors to watch in the coming months and which ones to put on the back burner. There is at least one sector that may surprise you that is seeing some strong indicators to the upside and one classically solid sector to be cautious of moving ahead. 

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NewsWare's Trade Talk: Thursday, May 29

S&P Futures are displaying strong gains this morning after a federal court struck down President Trump’s tariff agenda. The Court of International Trade ruled that Trump had overstepped his authority by imposing broad, across-the-board duties and issued a permanent injunction blocking enforcement of the contested tariffs.  Trump retains legal options to try to reimpose tariffs, though these alternatives may face their own legal and political hurdles.  The Trump administration has ordered chip-design software makers to stop selling to China. On the economic front today are reports on GDP & Jobless Claims. Earnings will be a key focus today. NVDA, CRM, A, ELF, BURL & FUTU are higher after their reports. This afternoon, COST, DELL, MRVL, XS, ULTA and GAP will be reporting.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Wednesday, May 28

S&P Futures just reversed direction and are now trading higher this morning. The key event for the markets today will be the earnings report from NVDA which is due out after the bell. On the economic front, the FOMC will be releasing the meeting minutes from their recent meeting. Pharma sector is on watch as President Trump is expected to sign an Executive Order on prescription drug prices today. A host of major companies are having shareholder meeting today (GS, XOM, CVX & META. META shareholders will vote on a child safety resolution. On the earning front M, ANF, DKS are releasing before the bell, After the bell reports from NVDA, CRM, SNPS, VEEV, A, HPQ, PSTG & AI are due out.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Tuesday, May 27

S&P Futures are displaying strong move higher this morning in reaction to President Trumps announcement that he will be pausing the pending EU tariff hikes until July 9th. There are two important economic reports due out today, the Durable Goods & Consumer Confidence reports which are both expected to come in weak. The U.S. & Iranian talks ended with both sides agreeing to continue discussions. M&A action is heating up, CRM is back in in talks to acquire INFA & President Trump indicated he will support Nippon's offer to buy U.S. Steel. On the earning front there are a host of key earnings announcements due out this week from M, DKS, HPQ, A, CRM, NVDA, BBY, BURL, ULTA, ZS, MRVL, DELL & COST.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Friday, May 23

S&P Futures are trading slightly lower this morning, Treasury yields have eased modestly. Markets action is expected to be limited today, however there are a number of events todays. The U.S. & Iran will be having talks over nuclear enrichment. China and the U.S. are scheduled to hold trade talks today. President Trump is expected to sign an Executive Order today aimed at revitalizing the U.S. nuclear energy sector this afternoon. On the economic front there is a report on News Home Sales due out. Fed Gov Lisa Cook will be speaking today, and Fed Chairmen Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak on Sunday. On the earning front tech earning continue to be posive with INTU and ADSK posting beats - Retailors continue to pull guidance as the tariff situation clouds its outlook. Markets are closed on Monday, PDD will release earnings on Tuesday morning.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Thursday, May 22

S&P Futures are trading slightly higher this morning after Wednesday’s sell-off, which was triggered by a spike in Treasury yields amid concerns about a significant expansion in U.S. fiscal debt. The House is expected to pass Trump's tax and spending bill this morning; the vote is currently underway. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Health Again” report is expected to be released today. Health insurer stocks are under pressure this morning following the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ announcement of expanded audits of Medicare Advantage plans. AT&T has agreed to acquire substantially all of Lumen Technologies’ mass markets fiber business for $5.75 billion in cash.  Reports on Jobless Claims and the flash PMI report for May will be released today. On the earning front SNOW, URBN, ZM & AAP are higher after their releases. After the bell today earnings reports from INTU, WDAY, ADSK, CPRT, ROST and DECK are set to report.