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S&P 500 earnings grew 12.1% while revenue rose 9%, marking ten consecutive quarters where earnings outpaced revenue, reflecting improved operational efficiency despite moderate growth.

Nasdaq 100 holds support levels despite hawkish Fed minutes suggesting sustained higher rates. Tech stocks show resilience as markets now expect July rate cuts instead of June.

Federal Reserve assessed dollar-yen rates after White House request, a rare move signaling potential currency market intervention to support U.S. export competitiveness.

Stock futures fall as geopolitical tensions push oil higher, raising inflation concerns. Walmart shares weaken on weak outlook amid Fed uncertainty over rate cuts.

REIT ETF RWR positioned for growth as lower interest rates and declining inflation improve sector conditions in 2026.

Fed Governor Barr warns AI is already displacing entry-level workers in software and customer service roles, raising concerns about near-term labor market disruption despite long-term productivity gains.

Global equity markets gained on U.S.-Iran diplomatic progress and Japan's $36B U.S. investment commitment, with tech stabilization supporting advances despite subdued trading volumes.

Newmont shares fell 3% as Asian holiday closures disrupted gold trading and prices weakened below $4,900/oz, with investor caution ahead of Fed minutes.

Hycroft Mining shares fell 7.26% due to Asian holiday closures, Fed policy uncertainty, and precious metals volatility. Technical weakness and reduced trading liquidity pressured the mining sector.

Fed rate cuts boost commercial real estate outlook, attracting traders to leveraged REIT ETFs offering 3X daily returns despite high risk.

Analog Devices offers attractive value with strong earnings growth, while Walmart's high valuation leaves little room for disappointment amid diverging semiconductor and retail market dynamics.

January inflation came in below expectations at 2.4%, hitting eight-month lows. Markets rallied as investors bet on potential Fed rate cuts later this year.

Stock futures rise on softer inflation data. Housing and tech stocks gain; Tri Pointe surges 25.79% on merger news, while Roku climbs on earnings beat.