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Eightco Holdings, Inc. is a publicly traded holding company, which operates in the consumer products and e-commerce markets, focusing on developing and deploying innovative technology, and capital solutions to empower small to medium-sized businesses. It operates through the North America and Europe geographical segments. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Easton, PA.

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Eightco Holdings ($OCTO) is trending due to a massive short squeeze following news of a $250 million private placement to launch a Worldcoin treasury strategy, with tech analyst Dan Ives joining as Chairman. The community is buzzing about the stock's extreme volatility and potential for further gains, while some caution against chasing the rally, citing dilution risks. Traders are also discussing potential sympathy plays in other low-float stocks with similar catalysts.

QuantumScape Corp. engages in developing next-generation solid-state lithium-metal batteries. The company’s next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging, and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower-carbon future. The company was founded by Jagdeep Singh, Tim Holme, and Fritz B. Prinz in May 2010 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

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QuantumScape is trending after showcasing its solid-state batteries in a live Ducati demo at IAA Mobility, fueling excitement about potential applications beyond EVs. Community members are speculating about partnerships with other major OEMs. Bullish investors believe this validates the technology and positions the company for significant growth, while shorts are wary of the valuation.

Knightscope, Inc. engages in the provision and development of security technology solutions. Its product portfolio includes the K1 stationary machine, the K3 indoor machine, the K5 outdoor machine, and the K7 multi-terrain four-wheel vehicle. Its machines patrol client sites without the need for remote control to provide a visible, force multiplying, physical security presence to help protect assets, monitor changes in the area, and deter crime. The company was founded by William Santana Li and Stacy Dean Stephens on April 4, 2013 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA.

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Knightscope is trending as community members discuss the departure of a co-founder to a competitor, $AITX, and its potential implications. The community highlights $AITX's perceived superior execution and strategic growth compared to KSCP, sparking debates about the company's vision and future prospects in the robotics and security sector. Some investors express concerns over KSCP's financial performance and ongoing dilutions.

36Kr Holdings, Inc. operates as an online media publisher company. It offers business services, including online advertising services, enterprise value-added services and subscription services. The company was founded by Cheng Cheng Liu on December 3, 2018 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.

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36Kr Holdings

Shares of KRKR are experiencing significant volatility, triggering multiple trading halts as the stock rallies. The community is actively discussing potential short squeezes and comparing it to other Chinese stocks with similar momentum. Some traders are noting the stock's low float and watching for continuation.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. engages in the business of developing and operating restaurants that serve a relevant menu of burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads made using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The company was founded by Steve Ells in 1993 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle ($CMG) is trending downwards, hitting new lows, with community members expressing concerns about the company's current direction and comparing it unfavorably to competitors like CAVA. Discussions revolve around perceived high prices, declining foot traffic, and the CEO's strategies, with some suggesting a need for a renewed focus on value and customer experience amidst a broader downturn in the dining sector.

Seres Therapeutics, Inc. engages in the development of biological drugs through microbiome therapeutics platform. Its product pipeline includes SER-109, SER-287, SER-301, and SER-401. The company was founded by Geoffrey von Maltzahn, David A. Berry, and Noubar B. Afeyan on October 18, 2010 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Seres Therapeutics Inc

Seres Therapeutics is trending amid speculation of a potential acquisition, driven by reports of a takeover offer and recent executive changes. The community is actively discussing the possibility of a deal that could unlock shareholder value, while some traders point to high short interest and low float as potential catalysts for a short squeeze. A company overview presentation is scheduled to take place today, with many hoping to receive an update.

SoundHound AI, Inc. engages in the development, owning, and commercialization of voice, sound, and natural language artificial intelligence technologies and related activities. The company was founded on September 2, 2005 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

SoundHound AI Inc - Ordinary Shares - Class A

SoundHound AI Inc

SOUN is trending as investors discuss its potential for a short squeeze, fueled by high short interest and recent positive earnings. Community members are also excited about the upcoming CFO presentation and the company's expansion into the healthcare sector, while some highlight SoundHound's unique technology and partnership with NVDA in the growing AI voice space.

Opendoor Technologies, Inc. engages in the operation of buying, selling, and trading of residential properties online. The company was founded by Eric Wu on December 30, 2013, and is headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

Opendoor Technologies Inc

OPEN is trending as traders discuss its recent price action and potential for a short squeeze, with some highlighting upcoming catalysts like a potential new CEO and future interest rate cuts. Community members are debating the influence of short sellers and well-known investors, while also weighing the stock's overall bullish or bearish outlook. Amidst the discussions, some traders are comparing OPEN's potential to other high-momentum stocks.

Planet Labs PBC provides daily data and insights about earth. It offers a web-geo platform with satellite data available and foundational analytics to derive insights to make decisions. The company is founded by William S. Marshall and Robert H. Schingler in 2010 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

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Planet Labs PBC

Planet Labs is trending following recent earnings and contract news, with community members discussing the stock's potential for further gains. Positive sentiment is driven by strong revenue growth, a large backlog, and government contracts, with some highlighting the company's AI capabilities. Some traders are also watching for a breakout and potential short squeeze.

Globalstar, Inc. engages in the provision of mobile satellite services. It offers voice and data communications services to the following markets: recreation and personal, government, public safety and disaster relief, oil and gas, maritime and fishing, natural resources, mining, and forestry, construction, utilities, and transportation. The company was founded in November 2003 and is headquartered in Covington, LA.

Globalstar Inc.

GSAT is trending due to anticipation surrounding potential announcements at an upcoming Apple event, with community members speculating on new satellite features and possible buyouts. Discussions also involve a recent SpaceX spectrum deal and its implications for Globalstar's valuation, as well as the potential for increased competition in the satellite sector. Investors are closely watching for news regarding government contracts and partnerships that could drive revenue growth.

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After the August job shock that led to a negative close in the final trading session of last week, sentiment appears to have improved. The stock futures pointed up early Monday, with those tied to the Nasdaq 100 Index leading from the front.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent refused to see <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/peter-schiff-shreds-scott-bessent-for-denying-trump-tariffs-are-taxes/chwW8AoRdAf">tariffs as a tax</a> and stated in a media interview on Sunday that if the Supreme Court refuses to overturn the appeals court ruling, the Treasury may be forced to pay back half of the revenue it collected.As of 4:35 a.m. ET on Monday, the Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.31%, and the S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.20%, while the Dow and Russell 2000 futures gained about 0.15%.Inflation readings headline the major Main Street events this week, with the consumer price inflation (CPI) for August and the corresponding wholesale price inflation data among the much-sought-after data. These are the final pieces of the economic puzzle that the central bank would weigh in on ahead of the September 16-17 Federal Reserve’s rate-setting meeting.&nbsp;Traders may also pay close attention to the weekly jobless claims data and the University of Michigan’s preliminary consumer sentiment data for September. The Treasury Department will release the monthly federal budget for August on Thursday.On Monday, the Federal Reserve’s consumer credit report for July is due at 3 p.m. ET, with the outstanding consumer credit expected to surge to $15 billion in July from the $7.4 billion in June.Planet Labs (PL) and Casey’s General (CASY) are among the notable names reporting their quarterly results on Monday.The broader market reversed course and posted gains for the week ended September 5, as traders reacted to an assortment of catalysts, including the appeals court ruling against President Donald Trump’s tariffs, an antitrust ruling in favor of Alphabet and a string of mostly negative economic data.The S&amp;P 500 hit new closing highs on Thursday before easing off the level in the next session.For the week, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, gained 0.34%. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> jumped nearly 1%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> soared 1.11%.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> slid 0.24%.Fund manager Louis Navellier sees lower interest rates as a powerful stimulus to the economy, especially in the housing market. “While it will pinch savers’ interest income, it should also bring a lot of new funds out of money markets looking for better yields into stocks and bonds,” he said.“The trend remains positive, but September's reputation for volatility remains intact.” Crude oil futures rebounded early in the week, while gold futures remained consolidated around their record highs.The U.S. dollar weakened against most of its major counterparts, except the yen, which fell amid the political developments in Japan. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield traded below the 4.1% mark amid U.S. rate cut hopes.With the tariff deal with the U.S. done, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said he would step down, which has lowered the odds of a rate hike by the Bank of Japan at next week’s policy-setting meeting.Most Asian markets advanced, with the Japanese Nikkei 225 average leading from the front, while the Australian market bucked the uptrend. European stocks started Monday’s session on a firm note.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/microsoft-retail-buzz-builds-after-red-sea-cable-cut-disrupts-azure-services/chwWYA6RdAK">Microsoft Retail Buzz Builds After Red Sea Cable Cut Disrupts Azure Services, Company Says Network Traffic ‘Not Impacted’</a>

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Climb As Traders Mull Rate Outlook, Tariff Developments: Strategist Says Trend Positive But Stays Wary Of September Volatility

The week’s inflation readings are the final pieces of the economic puzzle that the central bank would consider ahead of the September 16-17 Federal Reserve’s rate-setting meeting. 

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The week’s inflation readings are the final pieces of the economic puzzle that the central bank would consider ahead of the September 16-17 Federal Reserve’s rate-setting meeting. 


U.S. stock futures climbed early Friday as traders braced for the August non-farm payrolls report. A softer-than-expected report or one that aligns with expectations could add evidence to the weakening of the job market and push the Federal Reserve to its first cut since December&nbsp;2024.Economists, on average, expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to report job gains of 75,000 for August, slightly higher than the 73,000 jobs added in July, potentially marking the fourth straight month of sub-100,000 job gains.The unemployment rate is expected to tick up one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.3%. The average hourly wage, a measure of inflation, is estimated to have risen 3.8% year-over-year (YoY),&nbsp;which is slower than the 3.8% rate observed in July.Fund manager Louis Navellier said, “We are in an environment where bad news will be considered good news, since financial markets are expecting a key interest rate cut by the FOMC on September 17th.”&nbsp; That said, the overbought levels of the market could temper some of the optimism unless the job gains are very anemic.&nbsp;The CME FedWatch Tool, which is based on expectations from futures traders,&nbsp;shows the odds of a 25-basis-point Fed funds rate cut at the September meeting at 99.4%.As of 4:50 a.m. ET on Friday, the Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.47%, thanks to a positive reception to&nbsp; Broadcom’s (AVGO) quarterly print. The S&amp;P 500 futures added 0.24%, and the Russell 2000 futures&nbsp;increased 0.09%, while the Dow futures&nbsp;was marginally higher.On Thursday, the S&amp;P 500 Index pushed to a new closing high, although it could not go past its intraday high, and the Nasdaq Composite and the Dow Jones Industrials also recorded significant gains. The positive sentiment is traced back to a rise in weekly jobless claims and a smaller-than-expected private payroll gain reported by ADP.The Institute for Supply Management’s (ISM) non-manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) showed a stronger-than-expected expansion by the sector in August.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, jumped 0.84%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rallied 0.91%. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> advanced 0.84% and 1.25%, respectively.ABM Industries (ABM) is scheduled to release its earnings report before the market opens.Crude oil futures slid further early Friday, and gold futures edged down but stayed above the $3,600 level. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield, which fell below the 4.2% level on Thursday, edged down further. The dollar was weaker against all major counterparts ahead of the release of the jobs data.The major Asian markets closed Friday’s session notably higher on hopes of a U.S. rate cut, with the Japanese market receiving an additional boost from the formalization of the trade deal with the U.S.European stocks have opened on a firmer note.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/oracle-cuts-over-200-jobs-in-california-as-earnings-release-nears/chwI3QRRdpK">Oracle Cuts Over 200 Jobs In California As Earnings Release Nears — Stock Edges Up Premarket</a>

Nasdaq Futures Rise As Broadcom Earnings, Fed Rate Cut Hopes Boost Mood — Job Report Now The Key Test

Economists, on average, expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to report job gains of 75,000 for August, slightly higher than the 73,000 jobs added in July.

Why Nasdaq Futures Are Rising Ahead Of August Jobs Report

Economists, on average, expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to report job gains of 75,000 for August, slightly higher than the 73,000 jobs added in July.



Will Small-Cap ETFs be Able to Sustain the New-Found Optimism? 

IWM jumped 6.3% in a month (as of Sept. 3, 2025), outpacing SPY, as Fed rate cut hopes and strong value ETF gains fueled small-cap momentum. Will the rally last?

U.S. stock futures traded mostly higher early Thursday as the market looks ahead to more labor market data and&nbsp;assesses the developments on the tariff front.A NBC News report&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-moves-supreme-court-to-strike-down-appeals-court-ruling/chw5AKtRdoi">said</a> late Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s administration has challenged the appeals court’s ruling before the Supreme Court, seeking an early resolution. That said, a strategist has downplayed the impact of the potential outcome, stating that the government has the wherewithal to keep tariffs through other measures.The Senate Banking Committee hearing for Trump nominee Stephen Miran, to fill the vacant slot at the Federal Reserve Board (FRB), is scheduled for 10 a.m. ET.&nbsp; Trump is also expected to host executives of top tech companies at the recently renovated Rose Garden of the White House.As of&nbsp;3:20 a.m. ET on Thursday, the Nasdaq 100 and S&amp;P 500 futures rose more than 0.10% each, and the Russell 2000 futures gained 0.16%, while the Dow futures edged down 0.04%.On Wednesday, the major averages closed on a mixed note as a tech rally, fueled by the Alphabet (GOOGL) (GOOG) antitrust ruling, offset economic concerns. The Beige Book report released on Wednesday showed that the economic growth was sluggish across most of the 12 Federal Reserve districts, aggravating worries about the economy.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, gained 0.54%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rose 0.79%. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> slid 0.08% and 0.10%, respectively.In Thursday’s session, traders will likely focus on the ADP’s private payrolls report (8:15 a.m. ET), the weekly jobless claims report (8:30 a.m. ET), the revised second-quarter productivity and costs report (8:30 a.m. ET), and the trade balance report for July (8:30 a.m. ET).Also on tap are the service sector activity readings of the S&amp;P (9:45 a.m. ET) and the Institute of Supply Management (10 a.m. ET), and speeches by New York Fed President John Williams (12:05 p.m. ET) and Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee (7 p.m. ET).Broadcom (AVGO), Ciena (CIEN), Shoe Carnival (SCVL), Science Applications (SAIC), DoCu Sign (DOCU), lululemon Athletica (LULU), Smith &amp; Wesson Brands (SWBI), UiPath (PATH) and Zumiez (ZUMZ) are among the noteworthy companies reporting Thursday.Crude oil futures extended their losses early Thursday but held above the $63-a-barrel mark, gold futures traded off their record, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield held just above 4.2%.The U.S. dollar was mixed against its major counterparts.The major Asian markets closed in a mixed fashion, with the Chinese and Hong Kong markets retreating sharply, while the Japanese, Taiwanese, and South Korean markets stayed afloat. Chinese stocks continued to see weakness amid profit-taking after their recent substantial advances.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-to-hobnob-with-tech-executives-over-dinner-at-renovated-rose-garden/chw5wtKRdos">Trump To Hobnob With Tech Executives Over Dinner At Renovated Rose Garden, But Elon Musk Misses Out</a>

A man rides a Citi Bike outside the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in lower Manhattan on September 03, 2025, in New York City. The Dow was down over 150 points in morning trading. 

Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Rise Ahead Of ADP Report — Spotlight Shifts To Tariff News, Broadcom Earnings 

 On Wednesday, the major averages closed on a mixed note as a tech rally, fueled by the Alphabet antitrust ruling, offset economic concerns.

An antitrust ruling seen as a best-case scenario for Alphabet (GOOGL) (GOOG) and, in turn, Apple (AAPL) has sent S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures higher late Tuesday, but Dow futures traded modestly lower.That said, the underlying mood remains cautious. Fund manager Louis Navellier warned of a potential September setback, as the month has been the toughest for gains. This year, profit taking could add pressure, given that the major averages trade close to record highs, he said.As of 11:20 p.m. ET on Tuesday, the Nasdaq 100 and S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.25% and 0.10%, respectively, while the Dow futures moved down 0.24%. The Russell 2000 futures were down a steeper 0.52%.On Tuesday, stocks languished below the unchanged line throughout the session as traders mulled the U.S. appeals court’s ruling on Trump tariffs, which sent bond yields higher. Traders also&nbsp;remain cautious ahead of the week’s key economic data. The major indices, however, closed off their lows even as they started September on the back foot.Most S&amp;P 500 sectors, except the defensive consumer staples and oil stocks, ended lower for the day, with consumer discretionary, industrial, IT and real estate stocks leading the declines.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, fell 0.74%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> declined a steeper 0.84. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> slid 0.54% each.Among the economic catalysts for Wednesday’s session would be the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) results for July (10 a.m. ET) and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report, which is released about two weeks before an upcoming rate-setting meeting.The report includes anecdotal evidence regarding the economic conditions in the 12 Federal Reserve districts.Also in the spotlight are a couple of Fed speeches, including those from St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem (9 a.m. ET) and Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari (1:30 p.m. ET).The Commerce Department is scheduled to release its report on factory goods orders at 10 a.m. ET.Campbell Soup (CPB), Dollar Tree (DLTR), Macy’s (M), American Eagle (AEO), Asana (ASAN), C3.ai, Inc. (AI), GitLab (GTLB), Hewlett-Packard Enterprises, Inc. (HPE), Pager Duty (PD) and Salesforce (CRM) are due to report their earnings on Wednesday.The oil rally hit a pause as the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil edged down in overnight trading after rising past the $66 barrel mark on Tuesday. Gold futures pushed to new highs past the $3,600 mark.The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield edged up in overnight trading. In the currency market, the U.S. dollar held modestly firmer against most major counterparts.Most major Asian markets traded lower on Wednesday morning, weighed down by the negative sentiment that engulfed Wall Street overnight. The Indonesian and Taiwanese markets, however, bucked the downtrend.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/default/5/alphabet-eyes-fresh-record-after-monster-win-in-antitrust-ruling/chwTSfHRdFK">Alphabet Stock Eyes Fresh Record After ‘Monster Win’ In Antitrust Ruling That Allows Search Giant To Keep Chrome Browser</a>

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Dow Futures Dip, Nasdaq Aims Higher As Google Stock Pops On Antitrust Win — Strategist Flags Weak September Setup

Among the economic catalysts for Wednesday’s session will be the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey results for July and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report.

U.S. stock futures point to a slightly lower opening on Tuesday as the market reopens after the Labor Day holiday. Traders may prefer to exercise restraint as the major stock market gauges trade just shy of their all-time highs.&nbsp;The imminent release of the non-farm payrolls report for August, which is widely expected to be a significant input for policymakers deliberating the September rate decision, could also introduce caution.As of 4 a.m. ET on Tuesday, the Dow, S&amp;P 500, Nasdaq 100 and Russell 2000 futures were all down more than 0.25%, while the Russell 2000 futures slid about 0.50%.Stocks recorded losses for the week ended Aug. 29, as adverse reactions to key tech earnings, including those from Nvidia (NVDA), and mixed data points tempered market optimism. Nevertheless, the S&amp;P 500 Index hit fresh highs, topping 6,500 for the first time, before retreating below the psychological level.For the week, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, edged down 0.04%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> fell 0.28%. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> slipped 0.12%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> added 0.14%.August turned out to be unseasonably strong for stocks amid rising odds of rate cuts. The S&amp;P 500 Index, the Nasdaq Composite, and the Dow Jones Industrials gained 1.91%, 1.58% and 3.20%, respectively, for the month.Traders&nbsp;will have the opportunity to sift through a deluge of labor market indicators this week, including the August non-farm payrolls report, due on Friday, the ADP private payrolls report that precedes it, the weekly jobless claims report, and the Job Openings and Labor Turnover report for July.The spotlight&nbsp;will also likely be on the results of the private sector activity surveys by S&amp;P and the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, the July trade balance report, and a few Fed speeches.On Tuesday, the S&amp;P is scheduled to release its final manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) for August at 9:45 a.m. ET. The ISM’s manufacturing PMI data will be released at 10 a.m. ET.&nbsp;The Commerce Department is due to release its construction spending report for July at 10 a.m. ET.&nbsp;Nio (NIO), Signet Jewelers (SIG) and Zscaler (ZS) are among the companies reporting on Tuesday.Evercore ISI Chief Equity and Quantitative Strategist Julian Emanuel lifted his end-of-the-year S&amp;P 500 price target to 6,250 from 5,600 in a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-twice-in-a-lifetime-opportunity-means-the-s-p-500-can-hit-7-750-by-end-of-next-year-0c3a8957">note</a> released Sunday, the MarketWatch reported.This, however, implied a downside from current levels, as he believes “scares are a part of innovation-driven bull markets as their narratives are stress tested in real time.”That said, the strategist is bullish about the next year, expecting the broader gauge to rise to 7,750, with the AI revolution and an accommodating Fed providing support, just as during the dot-com revolution.“The critical difference being that in 2025-’26 a Fed that is increasingly carrying President Trump’s imprimatur is not going to hike rates at any time before the 2026 midterm elections, regardless of the ‘economic brew.” In such a scenario, the S&amp;P 500 could climb to 9,000, he added.Crude oil futures are rallying&nbsp;nearly 1% early Tuesday, gold futures hit a fresh record of $3,578.20, and the 10-year Treasury note yield traded under the 4.3% level, reflecting hopes for a Fed funds rate cut.The greenback, however, was firmer against most major currencies.Asian stocks ended Tuesday’s session on a mixed note.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp; <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/alibaba-stock-rally-just-getting-started-amid-chip-rumor-wall-street-optimism/chv6jEnRdne">Is Alibaba Stock’s Rally Just Getting Started? AI Chip Rumor Adds Fuel To Fire Sparked By Q1 Results Amid Wall Street Optimism</a>

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 11, 2025, in New York City. As new tariffs continue to concern investors, the Dow fell over 250 points in trading Friday.

Dow, Nasdaq Futures Dip As Traders Brace For Jobs Data — Strategist Sees AI, Rate Cuts Powering S&P 500 To 8,000 By 2026

Traders will have the opportunity to sift through a raft of labor market indicators this week, including the August non-farm payrolls report due Friday, the ADP private payrolls report that precedes it, and the weekly jobless claims report .

Traders will have the opportunity to sift through a raft of labor market indicators this week, including the August non-farm payrolls report due Friday, the ADP private payrolls report that precedes it, the weekly jobless claims report and the Job Openings and Labor Turnover report for July.


U.S. stock futures were on the back foot early Friday as the market’s record run&nbsp;infused some caution among investors. Tech earnings released after the market closed on Thursday were mixed, with Marvell Technology, Inc.’s (MRVL) earnings intensifying concerns about a potential slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI)-related demand.The market may also focus on the personal consumption expenditure index data that will shed more light on pricing.Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said late Thursday the central bank should cut the Fed funds rate now but suggested that he would rely on incoming data to decide the pace and magnitude of future rate reductions.As of 4:20 a.m. ET on Friday, the Nasdaq 100 &nbsp;slumped 0.44%, the Dow futures and the S&amp;P 500 futures slipped 0.30% each, and the Russell 2000 Index moved down 0.28%.Stocks advanced for a third day on Thursday, with the S&amp;P 500 Index and the Dow Jones Industrials Average finishing at fresh records. The S&amp;P 500 topped the 6,500 level for the first time.&nbsp;Communication services, energy, and IT stocks led the gains, while the defensive sectors, such as healthcare, consumer staples, and real estate stocks, declined during the session.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, gained 0.35%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rose 0.63%. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> advanced 0.17% and 0.12%, respectively.In Friday’s session, the spotlight is likely to be on the personal income and spending report, a consumer confidence reading and a regional manufacturing reading for August, as well as the earnings report from Alibaba (BABA).“The AI theme remains intact,” said fund manager Louis Navellier. His comments followed the earnings reports from Nvidia (NVDA) and Marvell, which showed a slowdown in demand for their chips designed to power data centers.“Overall, we are now in a brave new world where our standard of living is increasingly dependent on AI, enhancing productivity to boost GDP growth, Navellier said.&nbsp; “These productivity gains help reduce inflationary pressures resulting from a stronger U.S. dollar.”Both crude oil and gold futures edged lower early Friday following their recent strength. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is stuck at depressed levels. The dollar traded narrowly mixed.Asian stocks showed listlessness after their recent gains as domestic traders await the U.S. inflation data.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp; <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/marvell-q2-data-center-performance-worsens-ai-slowdown-concerns/chtT7WyRdZH">Marvell Q2 Data Center Performance Worsens AI Slowdown Concerns, But Retail Traders Focus On Attractive Valuation</a>

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on August 22, 2025, in New York City. 

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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said late Thursday that the central bank should cut the Fed funds rate now, but suggested that he would rely on incoming data to decide the pace and magnitude of future rate reductions.

Nvidia Corp.’s (NVDA) stock retreat is weighing down on the Nasdaq 100 futures early Thursday, even as the rest of the major index futures stayed afloat ahead of key inflation data.Investors pushed down Nvidia’s stock in overnight hours despite the artificial intelligence (AI) chip giant’s second-quarter beat and positive outlook. The sentiment may have been due to the company’s expectations of a slowdown in revenue growth amid the headwinds in China.&nbsp;As of 3:10 a.m. on Thursday, the Dow and S&amp;P 500 futures were up 0.25% and 0.03%, respectively, while the Russell 2000 futures surged 0.44%. On the other hand, the Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.10%.On Wednesday, the market initially showed some early indecision amid mixed economic signals but traded in the green for the remainder of the session. The S&amp;P 500 Index set fresh intraday and closing highs, ending higher for a second consecutive session.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, gained 0.23%, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rose 0.15%. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> advanced 0.34% and 0.56%, respectively.On the economic front, the Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the personal income and spending report for July at 8:30 a.m. Traders will likely sift through the report to gain insights into the price consumption expenditure (PCE) index, also called the Fed’s favorite inflation gauge.The monthly rate of the core PCE index is expected to remain steady at 0.3%, while the annual pace of increase is expected to rise to 2.9% from 2.8%.Advance July trade balance data, the University of Michigan’s final consumer sentiment data for August, and the ISM Chicago’s business barometer for August are also due for the day.Bath &amp; Body Works (BBWI), Best Buy (BBY), Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS), Dollar General (DG), Hormel Foods (HRL), Ollie's Bargain Outlet (OLLI), Victoria’s Secret (VSCO), Affirm (AFRM), Ambarella (AMBA), Autodesk (ADSK), Dell (DELL), Gap (GPS), Marvel Technology (MRVL). SentinelOne (S) and Ulta Beauty (ULTA) are among the notable names reporting on Thursday.Even as the market has gone euphoric over a potential Fed funds rate cut at the September FOMC meeting, a strategist has poured cold water on the expectations. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management's Chief Investment Strategist, Lisa Shalett, said the current bull run has gained steam due to an 80% chance of a cut in September.&nbsp;“But the odds may be closer to 50-50 due to strong economic indicators,” she said, adding that “Solid GDP growth, stable financial conditions, and low market volatility reduce pressure on the U.S. central bank to ease monetary policy.”Crude oil futures have pulled back under the $64-a-dollar mark early Thursday, while gold futures traded above the $3,450 mark.The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield remains under pressure amid rising odds of a rate cut. Early Thursday, it fell an incremental 1.9 basis points to 4.219%, a level not seen since April 7.The U.S. dollar is mixed against the major global counterparts.Most Asian stocks advanced, except for those in Hong Kong, tech-heavy Taiwan, and India.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp; <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/microsoft-fires-2-employees-involved-in-sit-in-at-president-brad-smith-s-office/chs6btCRdlC">Microsoft Fires 2 Employees Involved In Sit-in At President Brad Smith’s Office Over Software Giant’s Israeli Ties</a>

 Dow Futures Rise Ahead Of Inflation Data, But Nvidia Drags Tech — Strategist Warns Not To Bet On A September Fed Rate Cut Just Yet

 Investors pushed down Nvidia’s stock in overnight hours despite the artificial intelligence chip giant’s second-quarter beat and positive outlook. 

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U.S. stock futures&nbsp;were marginally higher early Wednesday as traders wait for some key economic data and earnings reports from market heavyweight Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) and a few retailers.The market would bide its time to review the artificial intelligence (AI) chip giant’s quarterly results, which would have implications for other AI stocks as well. An ongoing Stocktwits&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/StocktwitsPolls/message/626415357">poll&nbsp;</a>found that a majority of respondents expected the company’s second-quarter results for fiscal year 2026 to exceed expectations and the stock to rise in response.&nbsp;As of 3:10 a.m. ET on Wednesday, the Dow, Nasdaq 100 and S&amp;P 500 futures were up about 0.05%, while the Russell 2000 futures traded down 0.08%.The market reversed course on Tuesday as stocks launched into a rally in the afternoon session, capitalizing on bets for a rate cut. This is despite Tuesday’s data coming in stronger than expected. Nvidia rose over 1% in the run-up to the company’s earnings report.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, gained 0.42%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rose 0.40%. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> advanced 0.31% and 0.83%, respectively.Among the Main Street catalysts for the session are the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ initial jobless claims report for the week ended Aug. 23, the advance second-quarter GDP report, and the National Association of Realtors’ pending home sales report for July.Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller is scheduled to speak after the market closes.Aside from Nvidia, other notable names reporting on Wednesday include Abercrombie &amp; Fitch (ANF), Donaldson (DCI), J.M. Smucker, Inc. (SJM), Kohl’s (KSS), Williams-Sonoma (WSM),&nbsp;Bill.com (BILL), CrowdStrike (CRWD). Five Below (FIVE), Guess? (GES), NetApp (NTAP), Nutanix (NTNX), Pure Storage (PSTG), Snowflake (SNOW),&nbsp;Trip.com Group (TCOM), Urban Outfitters (URBN), and HP (HPQ).Crude oil futures extended their slide early Wednesday, and gold futures edged down below the $3,430 an ounce level.The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield rose 1.9 points to 4.275%, and the U.S. dollar firmed up against most major currencies.&nbsp;The Asian markets were mixed, with the Chinese, Hong Kong, and New Zealand markets retreating, while most other major markets ended in the green.&nbsp;For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/meta-eyes-lead-over-apple-with-new-hypernova-ai-glasses/chsxta2Rdkk">Meta Eyes Lead Over Apple With New ‘Hypernova’ AI Glasses — But Analyst Warns Uptake May Be Muted For Now</a>

Blue-chip stocks attracted increased retail activity even as broader market remained volatile.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Waver As Traders Brace For Nvidia Earnings, Economic Data

An ongoing Stocktwits poll found that a majority of respondents expected the company’s second-quarter results for fiscal year 2026 to beat expectations and for the stock to climb. 

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