$S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $Eli Lilly( $Eli Lilly(LLY)$ )$ $Apple( $Apple(AAPL)$ )$ $UnitedHealth( $UnitedHealth(UNH)$ )$ $NVIDIA Corp( $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ )$ The stock market has been a rollercoaster lately, with tariffs and Federal Reserve decisions shaking things up. As of April 18, 2025, at 01:37 AM PDT, investors are navigating a whirlwind of macroeconomic pressures and company-specific developments. The S&P 500 managed a modest gain yesterday after a volatile session, while the Dow and Nasdaq took steeper hits. Let’s break down the latest drivers, spotlight key sto

$S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $Dow Jones Industrial Average(. $Dow Jones(.DJI)$ )$ $NASDAQ Composite(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ As of April 18, 2025, at 01:43 AM PDT, the stock market has been on a wild ride, driven by a mix of corporate earnings, geopolitical tensions, and shifting expectations around Federal Reserve interest rate policies. Major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq have experienced fluctuations, reflecting both optimism and unease among investors. This post dives into the latest developments, offering a precise, insightful, current, and knowledgeable take on what’s moving the markets. Market Snapshot: Mixed Signals Amid Earnin

$Apple( $Apple(AAPL)$ )$ $Tesla( $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ )$ $ExxonMobil( $Exxon Mobil(XOM)$ )$ $S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ As of April 18, 2025, the stock market is showing signs of life after a volatile stretch, with the S&P 500 clawing back 1.5% this week to sit at 4,820. Tech stocks are leading the charge, while energy names lag behind. What’s driving this split, and where’s the smart money going? Let’s break it down with fresh data, a visual twist, and trading ideas that pack a punch—all precise, insightful, current, and knowledgeable. Market Snapshot: A Tale of Two Sectors After last week’s turbulence, mar

$JPMorgan Chase( $JPMorgan Chase(JPM)$ )$ $Boeing( $Boeing(BA)$ )$ $S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $Nasdaq(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ As of April 18, 2025, the stock market is a rollercoaster, with the S&P 500 sliding 2.8% this week and the Nasdaq dropping 3.5% amid renewed economic uncertainty. Rising bond yields, geopolitical jitters, and a surprise GDP growth slowdown to 2.1% (from 2.5% expected) have rattled investors. Yet, amidst the chaos, financials are thriving, while industrials are crumbling. Let’s dive into the latest trends, unpack the data, and pinpoint trading opportunities—all with precision, insight, an

As per my Thursday post, US market did not rally and close on a high (click here ! for details, Repost to share !). The media said US stocks closed mixed on Thursday, booking weekly losses on the final session of the week. Most media “agreed” that the 2 factors that most affected market sentiments, particularly blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average were: Trump’s latest bitch-fit over what Fed chair Jerome Powell had said in his xx speech about overall US economy. Historic drop in $UnitedHealth(UNH)$ after the insurer reported its quarterly earnings and delivered an outlook that disappointed Wall Street.

$Walmart( $Wal-Mart(WMT)$ )$ $Target( $Target(TGT)$ )$ $S&P 500(.SPX)$ $Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund( $Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund(XLY)$ )$ As of April 18, 2025, at 2:19 AM PDT, the U.S. stock market is a mixed bag, with the S&P 500 down 2.3% week-to-date at 4,790, reflecting ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty. Yet, retail stocks are stealing the show, fueled by surprisingly robust consumer spending despite inflationary pressures and tariff concerns. The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLY) jumped 3.1% this week, outpacing the broader market. What’s driving this retail rally, and can it last? Let’s break it

$ETFS Semiconductor ETF(SEMI.AU)$ $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ Next Round of the Trade War Alright Tiger, it’s a new week—and with it, another round of economic madness. If you thought the trade war was over, think again. We’re not even out of the first inning. The White House Backs Down—Twice Let’s keep it real: it’s not looking great for Trump, Besson, and the so-called economic masterminds in the White House. They’ve already backpedaled twice in just seven days—first with a 90-day tariff pause, then with a full exemption on electronics and smartphones. That tells you one thing: reality is setting in. Apple’s Supply Chain Nightmare The White H

$S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $Dow Jones Industrial Average(. $Dow Jones(.DJI)$ )$ $NASDAQ Composite(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ As of April 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT, the U.S. stock market is facing renewed pressure, driven by persistent inflation concerns and hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500 has slipped 1.9% this week, bringing its year-to-date decline to 11.2%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 900 points in its latest session, while the NASDAQ Composite dropped 2.4%, highlighting ongoing tech sector struggles. This post provides a detailed breakdown of current market dynamics, key sector movements, and actionable insights for in

$SPDR Gold Shares ( $SPDR Gold Shares(GLD)$ )$ $Barrick Gold ( $Barrick Gold Corp(GOLD)$ )$ $S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $CBOE Volatility Index(. $Cboe Volatility Index(VIX)$ )$ The U.S. stock market is caught in a whirlwind as of April 18, 2025, with the S&P 500 down 3.2% this week, extending its year-to-date loss to 10.5%. Trade tensions, inflation fears, and a choppy earnings season have fueled a surge in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), which spiked to 35—its highest since December 2024. Amid the chaos, gold is stealing the spotlight, with SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) climbing 4.8% this week and gold prices hitt

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Wall Street Ends Mixed as Rate Watch Continues; Asian Markets Rise on Trade Optimism Indices: 🇺🇸 S&P 500: +0.13% 🇺🇸 Nasdaq: -0.13% 🇪🇺 STOXX 600: -0.11% 🇯🇵 Nikkei 225: +1.35% 🇭🇰 Hang Seng: +1.61% 🇨🇳 CSI 300: -0.01% 🇸🇬 Straits Times Index: +1.58% US stocks closed mixed, with the S&P 500 edging up 0.1% and the Nasdaq slipping 0.1%. Strong performances from Eli Lilly and Apple helped offset investor caution over interest rates and US-Japan trade talks. For the week ending April 12, 2025, US initial jobless claims fell by 9,000 to 215,000, beating forecasts of 225,000 and indicating a still-strong labor market. However, ongoing trade tensions and policy uncertainty are prompting businesses to remain cautious about hiring. The European Central Bank cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points

$SPDR S&P Biotech ETF ( $Spdr S&P Biotech Etf(XBI)$ )$ $Pfizer ( $Pfizer(PFE)$ )$ $S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $Dow Jones Industrial Average(. $Dow Jones(.DJI)$ )$As of April 18, 2025, the U.S. stock market is reeling from a volatile week, with the S&P 500 shedding 2.8% on April 17 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 1,200 points in a single session. Fears of escalating trade tensions and a hawkish Federal Reserve have sparked widespread selling. Yet, amid the chaos, biotech stocks are staging an unexpected rally, driven by breakthrough drug approvals and M&A chatter. Is this a sector to

Good morning, traders! As we step into April 18, 2025, the market is alive with action, driven by macroeconomic shifts, corporate catalysts, and sector-specific trends. Today’s post is crafted with the PICK criteria—Precise, Insightful, Current, and Knowledgeable—to deliver actionable insights, a detailed breakdown of market movements, and trading opportunities you can sink your teeth into. Let’s dive in with fresh data, a table, a graph code snippet, and a plan to navigate this dynamic session! 1. What News/Movements Are Worth Noting in the Market Today? Any Stocks to Watch? The market is buzzing with volatility as of April 18, 2025, fueled by a cocktail of policy updates, earnings surprises, and sector shakeups. Here’s what’s driving the action: Tech Sector Jitters: The Nasdaq took a 3.8

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Options Market Statistics: Hertz Shares Surge After Ackman Confirms 20% Stake, Hints at Uber Collaboration $Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.(HTZ)$   shares surged 44% in Thursday's trading. The most traded calls are contracts of $8 strike price that expire on Apr 17 and the total volume reaching 80,333 with the open interest of 273. In an updated 13F filing, Pershing Square revealed it held a 4% stake in the company at the end of 2024. Later that day, reports emerged that the total stake, including swaps, has grown to 20%.  Bill Ackman confirmed the news on X and shared more details. He believes the company's stock could reach around $30 per share by 2029 and mentioned the possibility of a partnership with Uber. Since Ackman also owns a l

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Due to the release of mixed news and corporate updates from some earnings, the stock market show some fluctuations at the indices level. The S&P 500 close the session higher by 0.13% only one in the green, while NASDAQ declined by 0.13% and DJIA was the largest lagger with decline of 1.33% contributed by substantial earnings-related decline in UnitedHealth (UNH, Financial), which is a significant component of the price-weighted average. The Russell 2000 gained 0.9%. The S&P Mid Cap 400 rose by 0.8%.Market breadth was positive, with advancing issues surpassing declining ones by a 3-to-1 ratio at the NYSE and a 2-to-1 ratio at the Nasdaq. Financial Sector Made A Modest Recovery Financials sector made a modest gain of 0.85% daily and 3.02% weekly as we saw some positive news from two