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S&P 500 VIX Apr '25 (VIJ25)

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Stock Market: Hedge Funds Increase Bearish Bets on Tech and European Stocks Amid Market Uncertainty

The global equity landscape is undergoing a significant shift as hedge funds intensify short-selling activity, particularly targeting high-valuation sectors and companies in both the United States and...

Stocks Finish Higher as Magnificent Seven Stocks Rally

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Tuesday closed up +0.38%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.03%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.82%. June E-mini S&P...

ALK : 49.04 (-0.37%)
GOOGL : 157.07 (+1.57%)
UAL : 68.20 (-1.23%)
AAPL : 223.19 (+0.48%)
PVH : 76.43 (+18.24%)
ADI : 199.18 (-1.23%)
JNJ : 153.25 (-7.59%)
MRK : 87.12 (-2.94%)
TXN : 177.99 (-0.95%)
$IUXX : 19,436.42 (+0.82%)
PFE : 24.54 (-3.16%)
ZNM25 : 111-220 (-0.08%)
Stocks See Support from Magnificent Seven Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.06%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.20%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.24%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25...

ALK : 49.04 (-0.37%)
GOOGL : 157.07 (+1.57%)
AMAT : 145.66 (+0.37%)
UAL : 68.20 (-1.23%)
AAPL : 223.19 (+0.48%)
ADI : 199.18 (-1.23%)
JNJ : 153.25 (-7.59%)
TXN : 177.99 (-0.95%)
$IUXX : 19,436.42 (+0.82%)
ZNM25 : 111-220 (-0.08%)
MSFT : 382.19 (+1.81%)
TSLA : 268.46 (+3.59%)
Fresh Quarter, Fresh Momentum? Markets Eye April 2nd Tariff Announcement

The page has turned, a new month and quarter. While we believe it brings a breath of fresh air to the market environment, it may not happen immediately as we await the April 2nd tariff announcement.

Stocks Under Pressure Ahead of Wednesday’s Tariff Announcement

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.35%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.29%. June E-mini S&P futures...

UAL : 68.20 (-1.23%)
AMAT : 145.66 (+0.37%)
GOOGL : 157.07 (+1.57%)
AAPL : 223.19 (+0.48%)
ADI : 199.18 (-1.23%)
JNJ : 153.25 (-7.59%)
$IUXX : 19,436.42 (+0.82%)
ZNM25 : 111-220 (-0.08%)
MSFT : 382.19 (+1.81%)
TSLA : 268.46 (+3.59%)
ESM25 : 5,656.50 (-0.32%)
GFS : 35.98 (-2.52%)
Stock Market Today: European and U.S. Futures Mixed as Markets Brace for Trade Tariffs

Global markets are navigating a mixed start to the second quarter, with European futures pointing higher while U.S. futures struggle for direction.

Stock Index Futures Slip Ahead of U.S. Tariffs Announcement, JOLTs Report and PMI Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are down -0.24%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are down -0.25% this morning as investors prepare for U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements...

PVH : 76.43 (+18.24%)
ULTA : 373.91 (+2.01%)
KR : 68.14 (+0.66%)
PRGS : 57.76 (+12.13%)
AEP : 108.37 (-0.82%)
LUV : 31.59 (-5.93%)
AAL : 10.30 (-2.37%)
DAL : 42.42 (-2.71%)
DFS : 170.51 (-0.11%)
ESM25 : 5,656.50 (-0.32%)
EXC : 45.92 (-0.35%)
COOP : 125.08 (+4.58%)
Equity Markets Recover on Strength in Defensive Stocks and Energy Producers

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up +0.55%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +1.00%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.02%. June E-mini S&P...

ALK : 49.04 (-0.37%)
IIPR : 55.84 (+3.24%)
MPC : 146.63 (+0.65%)
GOOGL : 157.07 (+1.57%)
AAPL : 223.19 (+0.48%)
HRL : 30.74 (-0.65%)
SRPT : 61.91 (-2.99%)
OXY : 49.19 (-0.34%)
TSLA : 268.46 (+3.59%)
FANG : 160.87 (+0.62%)
SPY : 560.97 (+0.28%)
AIG : 86.81 (-0.15%)
Stocks Mixed on Tariff Concerns

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.78%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.49%. After a lower open, stock indexes...

ALK : 49.04 (-0.37%)
IIPR : 55.84 (+3.24%)
GOOGL : 157.07 (+1.57%)
TAP : 61.24 (+0.61%)
HRL : 30.74 (-0.65%)
SRPT : 61.91 (-2.99%)
KHC : 30.34 (-0.30%)
TSLA : 268.46 (+3.59%)
KDP : 34.97 (+2.19%)
AMD : 102.78 (+0.04%)
SPY : 560.97 (+0.28%)
AIG : 86.81 (-0.15%)
Markets Brace for Volatility Ahead of Tariff 'Liberation Day

Price action is battered, E-mini S&P futures briefly slipped below the March 13th low, whereas the E-mini NQ opened last night below there and has not regained the mark.

Cotton Showing Gains Early on Tuesday

Cotton price action is up 11 to 27 points in the front months on Tuesday morning. Futures got a pop higher into the close, as contracts were down 7 to 18 points in most contracts, well off the intraday...

CTK25 : 68.41 (+0.23%)
CTN25 : 69.27 (+0.13%)
CTZ24 : 71.40s (-1.37%)
Cotton Closes Lower on Monday

Cotton futures got a pop higher into the close, as contracts were down 7 to 18 points in most contracts, well off the intraday lows. Crude oil futures were up $2.04/barrel, as the US dollar index is $0.130...

CTK25 : 68.41 (+0.23%)
CTN25 : 69.27 (+0.13%)
CTZ24 : 71.40s (-1.37%)
Agricultural Prices

Agricultural Prices - 2025-03-31

KGK25 : 0.6825s (+2.12%)
ZSK25 : 1029-2 (-0.48%)
KIK25 : 307.50 (+1.32%)
XBM25 : 211.50 (-0.35%)
KOM25 : 4,524 (+2.38%)
SWQ25 : 534.40 (-0.39%)
ZSBAUS.CM : -0.5627 (+3.81%)
ZOK25 : 355-0 (unch)
BJK25 : 1.7170s (-0.46%)
ZMK25 : 290.5 (-0.62%)
MLK25 : 220.75 (-0.34%)
ZCK25 : 455-2 (-1.41%)
Rain in Brazil Pressures Sugar Prices

May NY world sugar #11 (SBK25 ) Monday closed down -0.10 (-0.52%), and May London ICE white sugar #5 (SWK25 ) closed down -0.80 (-0.15%). Sugar prices on Monday fell to 2-1/2 week lows and posted modest...

CLK25 : 71.09 (-0.15%)
SBK25 : 19.31 (-0.21%)
SWQ25 : 534.40 (-0.39%)
Dollar Strength Undercuts Cocoa Prices

May ICE NY cocoa (CCK25 ) Monday closed down -140 (-1.74%), and May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK25 ) closed down -61 (-0.97%). Cocoa prices fell on Monday due to a stronger dollar. Cocoa prices have been...

CCK25 : 8,462 (+3.49%)
CAN25 : 6,445 (+2.89%)
Coffee Prices Slip on Brazil Rains

May arabica coffee (KCK25 ) Monday closed down -0.20 (-0.05%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK25 ) closed down -68 (-1.27%). Coffee prices on Monday settled lower. Coffee prices have been the defensive...

RMN25 : 5,357 (-0.91%)
KCK25 : 387.45 (-0.41%)
NY Sugar Prices Fall as Rain in Brazil Benefits Sugar Production

May NY world sugar #11 (SBK25 ) today is down -0.03 (-0.16%), and May London ICE white sugar #5 (SWK25 ) is up +2.60 (+0.49%). Sugar prices today are mixed, with NY sugar posting a 2-1/2 week low. Sugar...

SBK25 : 19.31 (-0.21%)
SWQ25 : 534.40 (-0.39%)
Cotton Falling as USDA Confirms Drop to Acres

Cotton prices are weaker at Monday’s midday, with USDA confirming lower cotton acreage. Futures are down 46 to 62 points on some sell the fact reaction. Crude oil futures are up $2.18/barrel, as the...

CTK25 : 68.41 (+0.23%)
CTN25 : 69.27 (+0.13%)
CTZ24 : 71.40s (-1.37%)
Cocoa Prices Pressured as Supply Concerns Ease

May ICE NY cocoa (CCK25 ) today is down -76 (-0.95%), and May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK25 ) is down -49 (-0.78%). Cocoa prices today are moderately lower, weighed down by a stronger dollar. Cocoa prices...

CCK25 : 8,462 (+3.49%)
CAN25 : 6,445 (+2.89%)
Arabica Coffee Climbs on Forecasts for Limited Rain in Brazil

May arabica coffee (KCK25 ) today is up +0.90 (+0.24%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK25 ) is down -64 (-1.20%). Coffee prices today are mixed. Arabica coffee is climbing today after Somar Meteorologia...

RMN25 : 5,357 (-0.91%)
KCK25 : 387.45 (-0.41%)

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What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up +0.69%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.65%. Stocks on Monday settled mostly higher on a rally... Read more
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