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- US Futures Gain as Small Caps Lead Early Rally
US Pre-Market Briefing | July 24, 2026
Market Commentary
U.S. equity futures are trending higher early Friday, with the Nasdaq 100 leading gains (+0.49%) as tech stocks rebound following Intel’s blowout earnings fueled by AI demand. The S&P 500 (+0.28%), Dow (+0.39%), and Russell 2000 (+0.66%) also advance as oil prices retreat from recent highs, easing inflation concerns. Intel shares surged 8% premarket after reporting its fastest revenue growth since 2011, lifting semiconductor peers like AMD. Markets are digesting geopolitical and trade developments, including President Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs targeting 60 trading partners—justified by forced-labor concerns—which drew immediate criticism from allies. The delayed implementation of generic drug tariffs until 2028 suggests a calibrated approach to onshoring pressures. Meanwhile, Fed watchers are parsing former official Kevin Warsh’s commentary for clues on policy direction as oil-driven inflation risks keep September rate hike odds elevated. Commodities show mixed signals: Brent crude dips below $100 after yesterday’s spike, while gold edges up amid lingering Middle East tensions and Fed uncertainty. No major economic data is scheduled today, keeping focus on earnings, including NextEra Energy and Boston Beer pre-market. The tech sector’s momentum and tariff headlines may dominate trading, though volatility could resurface if oil rebounds or Fed rhetoric shifts. Traders await next week’s Q2 GDP and PCE data for clearer signals on growth and inflation. —MarketsFN Analytics Team
US Index Futures
| Future | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 Futures | 7,461.50 | +0.28% |
| Nasdaq 100 Futures | 28,654.50 | +0.49% |
| Dow Jones Futures | 52,100.00 | +0.39% |
| Russell 2000 Futures | 2,965.10 | +0.66% |
Economic Data Released Today
No significant data released yet.
Upcoming Economic Releases
No significant releases scheduled.
Earnings Today
Before Market Open (BMO)
| Ticker | Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|
| AAXP | American Express Co | $227.0B |
| NNEE | NextEra Energy Inc | $188.7B |
| VVZ | Verizon Communications Inc | $185.3B |
| HHCA | HCA Healthcare Inc | $83.1B |
| CCNI | Canadian National Railway Co | $79.6B |
| SSLB | SLB Ltd | $72.5B |
| CCHTR | Charter Communications Inc | $16.6B |
| BBAH | Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp | $8.1B |
| LLW | Lamb Weston Holdings Inc | $6.9B |
| FFLG | Flagstar Bank NA | $6.1B |
| SSXT | Sensient Technologies Corp | $5.1B |
| GGNTX | Gentex Corp | $5.1B |
| LLBTYK | Liberty Global Ltd | $3.4B |
| LLBTYA | Liberty Global Ltd | $3.4B |
| FFHB | First Hawaiian INC | $3.4B |
FX Snapshot
| Pair | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 1.14 | +0.03% |
| GBP/USD | 1.33 | +0.07% |
| USD/JPY | 163.77 | -0.04% |
| USD/CHF | 0.82 | +0.05% |
| AUD/USD | 0.70 | +0.31% |
| USD/CAD | 1.41 | +0.01% |
Gold, Oil and Gas
| Commodity | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | 4,063.30 | +0.79% |
| Silver | 58.67 | +2.03% |
| WTI Crude | 89.88 | -2.21% |
| Brent Oil | 92.01 | -8.55% |
| Natural Gas | 2.91 | -0.65% |
Crypto
| Crypto | Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | $64,992.39 | -0.10% |
| Ethereum | $1,880.67 | +0.18% |
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