Stock futures rise as Fed hints at possible rate hike in 2026; Nikkei hits 71,000 for the first time: Live updates

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1. 5d ago

   US Stock Futures Rise as Nikkei 225 Hits 71,000

   US stock futures climbed Thursday following signals from the Federal Reserve regarding a possible rate hike this year. Simultaneously, Japan's Nikkei 225 reached the 71,000 level for the first time. Markets are weighing AI growth and corporate earnings against potential inflationary pressures.

   What's confirmed:

   • US stock futures climbed Thursday after the Federal Reserve signaled a possible rate hike this year.
   • S&P 500 futures rose 0.83%.
   • Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.32%.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Nikkei 225 crossed the 71,000 mark for the first time.
   • Inflationary pressures may force central bankers to keep interest rates elevated into 2026.
   confidence 80%
2. 7d ago

   US Stock Futures Rise Following Fed Rate Hike Signal

   US stock futures climbed Thursday after the Federal Reserve signaled a possible rate hike this year. S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.83% and 1.32% respectively. The Fed held rates steady but half of FOMC members expect at least one increase this year.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Federal Reserve signaled the possibility of a rate hike this year.
   • S&P 500 futures rose 0.83%.
   • Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 1.32%.
   • Dow Jones Industrial Average futures rose by 282 points.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Iran may have begun taking steps to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
   confidence 90%
3. 8d ago

   US Stock Futures Rise as Fed Signals Potential Rate Hikes

   US stock futures increased following Federal Reserve indications that interest rates could rise. The US dollar reached its strongest level in over a year. The Nikkei hit 71,000 for the first time.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Nikkei reached 71,000 for the first time.
   • US stock futures rose after the Federal Reserve indicated a possible rate hike.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The US dollar rallied to its strongest level in more than a year after the June 2026 Federal Reserve meeting.
   confidence 80%
4. 9d ago

   Nikkei hits 71,000 as Fed hints at 2026 rate hikes

   U.S. stock futures rose Thursday despite signals from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh that interest rate hikes could return in 2026. The Nikkei reached 71,000 for the first time. Markets in Asia remain split with strength in Japan and Korea but losses in Hong Kong.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Nikkei broke above 71,000 for the first time.
   • Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signaled that rate hikes could be possible in 2026.
   • The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed down by more than 1% on Wednesday.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Dow fell more than 500 points and the VIX rose above 18.
   • The Hang Seng dropped 1.7% due to policy caution and tech stocks.
   • Intel reached a record high following a deal announced by President Trump.
   • The British pound hit a two-month low.
   • Kalshi traders see greater than 50% odds of a rate hike this year.
   confidence 85%
5. 9d ago

   Stock futures rise as Fed hints at 2026 rate hike; Nikkei reaches 71,000

   U.S. stock futures ticked higher Thursday following a Federal Reserve signal of a possible rate hike in 2026. The Nikkei hit 71,000 for the first time as investors returned to risk. Markets opened mixed in Asia-Pacific.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Nikkei hit 71,000.
   • Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signaled a possible rate hike in 2026.
   • U.S. stock futures ticked higher on Thursday.
   • The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at their December level.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed more than 500 points lower on Wednesday.
   • Oil prices fell back to $80 per barrel.
   • The Bank of Japan hiked rates.
   confidence 90%