NewsWare‘s Trade Talk

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Monday, October 27

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Friday, October 24

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Thursday, October 23

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Wednesday, October 22

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Tuesday, October 21

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Monday, October 20

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Friday, October 17

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Thursday, October 16

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.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Wednesday, October 15

Markets are setting up for a higher open this morning as optimism builds around earnings, rate cuts, and improving trade sentiment between the U.S. and China. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish comments have reignited expectations for rate cuts at the two remaining Fed meetings this year. Meanwhile, eyes are on the upcoming APEC Summit where Beijing is expected to seek key concessions from Washington. On the earnings front, positive results from ASML, BAC, CFG, and PNC are helping to lift sentiment ahead of tomorrow’s lineup from TSM, SCHW, MMC, BK, and TRV. Plus, all eyes turn to this afternoon’s release of the Fed’s Beige Book for insights into regional economic activity.

Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for all the details driving today’s markets.

NewsWare's Trade Talk: Tuesday, October 14

S&P Futures are down roughly 1% this morning as U.S.–China trade tensions take center stage once again. While China’s latest trade announcement wasn’t particularly significant, it has managed to rattle investor sentiment. President Trump is set to meet with Argentina’s president today following a major $20 billion financial assistance agreement between the two nations. The key event on today’s economic calendar is a speech from Fed Chair Jerome Powell — investors will be listening closely for signs of further rate cuts this year.

In corporate news, Salesforce’s Dreamforce, Cloudflare’s Cloudfair, and Broadcom’s Open Compute Project Summit all kick off today. On the earnings front, positive results are rolling in from Wells Fargo (WFC), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), JPMorgan (JPM), and Domino’s Pizza (DPZ). Looking ahead, reports from Progressive (PGR), Abbott Labs (ABT), Morgan Stanley (MS), Bank of America (BAC), and ASML are on deck for tomorrow morning.

Tune in to NewsWare’s Trade Talk for the full breakdown and what to watch as the trading week unfolds.