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- Nasdaq Futures Jump 1.1% as S&P Rises Dow Lags
US Pre-Market Briefing | July 29, 2026
Market Commentary
U.S. equity futures are mixed in early trading on July 29, 2026, with tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 futures leading gains at +1.12%, while Dow futures lag at -0.08% amid geopolitical tensions and earnings jitters. The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 futures rise 0.50% and 0.64%, respectively, as markets digest Iran’s surprise ballistic missile attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East—a development that initially pressured risk sentiment but saw a partial recovery as oil prices stabilized. Procter & Gamble’s revenue miss (-2.3% pre-market) weighs on consumer staples, while Nike’s 30% China sales slump underscores persistent demand headwinds in key markets. Singapore’s unexpected monetary tightening amplifies global inflation concerns as rising energy costs—driven by the prolonged Hormuz Strait closure—push Asian central banks toward hawkish pivots. Trade tensions also simmer after former President Trump’s proposed global tariffs drew criticism, though futures show limited reaction. Meta’s earnings tonight will be closely watched for AI and smart glasses updates, with Kalshi traders expecting minimal focus on social media policy. Microsoft’s results could set the tone for big tech after mixed sector performance this quarter. No major U.S. economic data is scheduled today, leaving markets to focus on earnings and geopolitical risks. Ford and Teradyne are among notable post-movers after hours, with Ford up 3% on EV margin improvements. Defense and energy stocks may see volatility as Ukraine’s renewed strikes on Russian refineries and Middle East escalation threaten supply chains. The Nasdaq’s outperformance suggests tech remains a relative safe haven, though broader market direction hinges on whether Meta and Microsoft can meet elevated AI expectations.
US Index Futures
| Future | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 Futures | 7,483.00 | +0.50% |
| Nasdaq 100 Futures | 28,009.75 | +1.12% |
| Dow Jones Futures | 52,789.00 | -0.08% |
| Russell 2000 Futures | 2,970.50 | +0.64% |
Economic Data Released Today
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Upcoming Economic Releases
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Earnings Today
Before Market Open (BMO)
| Ticker | Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|
| SSKHY | SK Hynix Inc ADR | $931.1B |
| PPG | Procter & Gamble Co | $334.7B |
| AAPH | Amphenol Corp | $179.5B |
| UUBS | UBS Group AG | $160.4B |
| GGD | General Dynamics Corp | $106.5B |
| AADP | Automatic Data Processing Inc | $105.9B |
| JJCI | Johnson Controls International plc | $90.6B |
| VVRT | Vertiv Holdings Co | $89.5B |
| AAON | Aon Plc | $81.2B |
| BBSX | Boston Scientific Corp | $70.8B |
| CCVE | Cenovus Energy Inc | $53.4B |
| GGRMN | Garmin Ltd | $52.3B |
| EETR | Entergy Corp | $51.4B |
| OODFL | Old Dominion Freight Line Inc | $47.1B |
| CCBRE | CBRE Group Inc | $43.3B |
After Market Close (AMC)
| Ticker | Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|
| MMSFT | Microsoft Corp | $2.9T |
| MMETA | Meta Platforms Inc | $1.5T |
| LLRCX | Lam Research Corp | $332.6B |
| AARM | Arm Holdings Plc ADR | $259.8B |
| QQCOM | Qualcomm Inc | $173.1B |
| SSBUX | Starbucks Corp | $118.5B |
| FFTNT | Fortinet Inc | $110.5B |
| EEQIX | Equinix Inc | $102.0B |
| BBN | Brookfield Corp | $94.2B |
| HHOOD | Robinhood Markets Inc | $84.3B |
| CCP | Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited | $81.2B |
| OORLY | O'Reilly Automotive Inc | $77.1B |
| AAEM | Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd | $73.7B |
| CCVNA | Carvana Co | $72.4B |
| LLHX | L3Harris Technologies Inc | $56.7B |
FX Snapshot
| Pair | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 1.14 | +0.02% |
| GBP/USD | 1.33 | +0.10% |
| USD/JPY | 163.64 | -0.13% |
| USD/CHF | 0.82 | 0.00% |
| AUD/USD | 0.69 | -0.39% |
| USD/CAD | 1.41 | -0.07% |
Gold, Oil and Gas
| Commodity | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | 4,091.50 | +1.73% |
| Silver | 57.88 | +0.56% |
| WTI Crude | 83.06 | +0.45% |
| Brent Oil | 88.43 | +0.95% |
| Natural Gas | 2.69 | -0.04% |
Crypto
| Crypto | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | $64,427.59 | +0.90% |
| Ethereum | $1,911.82 | -0.43% |
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