Stock futures edge higher after Nasdaq hits new record: Live updates
U.S. stock futures edged higher following a record-breaking rally on the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500, even as major averages faced weekly pressure from elevated yields. Asian shares advanced as easing inflation worries reduced expectations for another Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, oil prices dipped and the bond rout paused temporarily, offering some relief to equity investors. Market participants are balancing soft economic data against persistent bond market jitters ahead of the upcoming third-quarter corporate earnings season.
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- ✓ The Nasdaq Composite hit a fresh intraday all-time high and a record close.
- ✓ Asian shares advanced as easing worries over inflation reduced the odds for another Federal Reserve rate hike.
- ✓ U.S. stock futures edged higher following the record-setting market rally.
What changed
Stock futures ticked upward following record highs on the Nasdaq and S&P 500 indexes.
Live updates
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Stock Futures Edge Higher Following Nasdaq Record
U.S. stock futures edged higher following a record-breaking rally on the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500, even as major averages faced weekly pressure from elevated yields. Asian shares advanced as easing inflation worries reduced expectations for another Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, oil prices dipped and the bond rout paused temporarily, offering some relief to equity investors. Market participants are balancing soft economic data against persistent bond market jitters ahead of the upcoming third-quarter corporate earnings season.
Why it matters
Major U.S. indexes recently hit fresh intraday and closing records, driven by a strong tech rally and optimism surrounding corporate earnings. However, rising bond yields and broader debt market caution have repeatedly challenged equity momentum, leading to occasional pullbacks. Investors continue to monitor global central bank policies and economic indicators for direction.
What is confirmed
- The Nasdaq Composite hit a fresh intraday all-time high and a record close.
- Asian shares advanced as easing worries over inflation reduced the odds for another Federal Reserve rate hike.
- U.S. stock futures edged higher following the record-setting market rally.
Still unconfirmed
- Cox Automotive lowered its Manheim index forecast to 0.2% due to gas costs and inflation dampening demand.
What to watch next
- Upcoming third-quarter corporate earnings reports
- Further movements in U.S. Treasury yields and bond market activity
- Federal Reserve monetary policy signals
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (20)
- www.cnbc.com — Stock market today: Live updates - CNBC
- Investing.com — U.S. stock futures muted as traders weigh soft jobs data against elevated yields
- AP News — Asian shares are higher as easing worries over inflation reduce odds for another Fed rate hike
- wsj.com — Stock Market Today: Dow Slips, Dollar Strengthens as Investors Look for Safety — Live Updates
- reuters.com — Trading Day: Nasdaq highs, Brazil surprise
- Yahoo Finance — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as tech rallies, investors shrug off bond market caution
- Bloomberg.com — Asia Stocks Set to Rise After Tech Rally, Oil Dips: Markets Wrap
- www.cnbc.com — Stock futures are little changed after Nasdaq hits new record
- CNBC — Stock futures edge higher after Nasdaq hits new record: Live updates
- WSJ — Stock Market Today: S&P Futures Rise, Putting New Record In Sight — Live Updates
- MarketWatch — Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500 set to rise after Nasdaq hits record high ahead of third-quarter earnings season
- Yahoo Finance — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures climb after record-breaking rally
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