S&P 500 (SPY) Report – 04/23/24
Good morning, traders!
The S&P 500 ($SPY) is trading above yesterday’s close. Let’s get into it…
U.S. stock futures showed signs of improvement on Tuesday, as the corporate earnings season intensified. This positive movement in the stock market came as investors looked to capitalize on the robust performance from the previous session, suggesting a potential rebound from recent losses.
Several major companies reported their quarterly earnings, leading to varied stock movements. Spotify’s shares surged over 10% following a report that exceeded Wall Street’s first-quarter expectations and promising guidance for the next quarter. In contrast, UPS’s shares saw a slight decrease despite surpassing earnings expectations, and PepsiCo also experienced a minor dip in their stock price even with better-than-expected results. Meanwhile, GE Aerospace also exceeded earnings predictions, reflecting a complex day in stock market responses.
The broader market sentiment was influenced by a recent dip and recovery in technology stocks, highlighted by significant players like Nvidia, which faced challenges due to fears of persistent high inflation and rising interest rates. Ayako Yoshioka of Wealth Enhancement Group noted on CNBC that a short-term market recovery was likely, attributing the bounce to a rough past few weeks and a current shift towards tech stocks, indicating a dynamic and responsive market environment.
Looking ahead, the week promises to be crucial for tech companies with upcoming earnings reports. Tesla is expected to announce its earnings, with significant market implications given its influence on the S&P 500 index. This will be followed by reports from other major tech firms including Meta Platforms, Alphabet, and Microsoft. These announcements are particularly significant as they may determine the direction of stock movements, especially for technology-heavy indexes, amid ongoing concerns over economic pressures and market volatility.
Tuesday Economic Events:
Redbook Sales 8:55am ET
PMI Composite Flash 9:45am ET – High Volatility Expected
New Home Sales 10:00am ET – High Volatility Expected
Richmond Fed Mfg Index 10:00am ET
2-Yr Note Auction 1:00pm ET
Money Supply 1:00pm ET
API Crude Oil Data 4:30pm ET
Fed Speaker Scheduled:
Fed in Blackout Period
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