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Opening Bell: ‘Immediate’ Ukraine Peace Talks Set to Begin

On Wednesday, February 12, the S&P 500 closed at 6,051.97, up 0.44% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up 1.08%, finishing at 19,649.95. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat closing at 44,368.56. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 was up 0.24, ending the session at 2,255.89.

Energy Wars: U.S. LNG Thrives as Nord Stream Collapses and Middle East Tensions Mount

The destruction of the Nord Stream pipelines on 26 September 2022 marked a turning point in Europe’s energy security, particularly for Germany. The Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines, which ran under the Baltic Sea from Russia to Germany, were critical components of Europe’s energy infrastructure.

Opening Bell: Dow Falls as CPI Data Comes in Hot

On Tuesday, February 11, the S&P 500 closed at 6,068.50, up 0.34% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up 0.21%, finishing at 19,643.86. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.41% to close at 44,593.65. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 was flat (-0.1%), ending the session at 2,275.70.

Opening Bell: Trump Announces 25% Metal Tariffs

On Monday, February 10, the S&P 500 closed at 6,066.44, up 0.33% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up 0.98%, finishing at 19,714.27. The Dow Jones Industrial Average remained flat, up 0.15% to close at 44,470.41. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 rose 0.36%, ending the session at 2,287.94.

Trade Updates: Navigating Tariffs, Volatility, and High-Impact Trades

President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the U.S., a move expected to significantly impact key trading partners, particularly Canada. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump stated that additional reciprocal tariffs on all countries taxing U.S. imports would be announced later in the week, though he did not specify which nations would be affected. The decision marks another escalation in Trump’s trade policy, which has already led to retaliatory measures from China. This marks another escalation in the trade wars waged by the U.S.

Opening Bell: Trump to Announce Tariffs on Steel and Aluminium

On Friday, the S&P 500 closed at 6,025.99, down 0.95%, while the NASDAQ fell 1.36% to 19,523.40. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.99%, ending the session at 44,303.40. For the week, the S&P 500 gained 0.94%, the NASDAQ rose 1.6%, and the Dow remained relatively flat, edging up 0.08%. Meanwhile, small caps, represented by the Russell 2000, advanced 1.55%, finishing at 2,279.71.

Weekly Recap: Trade Tensions Ease, but Risks Remain

On Friday, the S&P 500 closed at 6,025.99, down 0.95%, while the NASDAQ fell 1.36% to 19,523.40. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.99%, ending the session at 44,303.40. For the week, the S&P 500 gained 0.94%, the NASDAQ rose 1.6%, and the Dow remained relatively flat, edging up 0.08%. Meanwhile, small caps, represented by the Russell 2000, advanced 1.55%, finishing at 2,279.71.

Straddle Tesla: A High-Conviction Bet on Volatility

Tesla’s stock is at a crossroads, with potential catalysts on both sides—autonomous driving approvals could send it soaring, while declining sales and Elon Musk’s controversies could drag it down. At Punk Rock Traders, we’re betting on volatility with a Tesla straddle, a risk-defined options strategy that profits from big moves in either direction. Learn how this trade could help you capitalize on Tesla’s unpredictable swings.

Opening Bell: US Economy Created 143,000 jobs in January

On Thursday, February 6, the S&P 500 closed at 6,083.57, up 0.44% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up slightly 0.55%, finishing at 19,791.99. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.26% to close at 44,747.63. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 rose 0.66%, ending the session at 2,307.12.

Opening Bell: Tesla Sales Plummet 59% in Germany

On Wednesday, February 5, the S&P 500 closed at 6,061.48, up 0.87% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up slightly 0.87%, finishing at 19,692.33. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.79% to close at 44,873.28. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 rose 1.26%, ending the session at 2,316.23.

Tariffs, Tech, and Turnaround Tuesdays: Where Markets Are Headed Next

Stocks opened lower as Alphabet and AMD missed earnings expectations, with Alphabet down 7% and AMD falling 9%. Despite this, the broader market rebounded, driven by a 5.3% surge in Nvidia and a 11.85% jump in Tempus AI. The VIX dropped 8.5%, while the Nasdaq finished in positive territory. Despite trade tensions, Big Tech continues to thrive, particularly in AI, where companies like Nvidia lead the charge. The AI race is heating up, offering key investment opportunities in the “Magnificent Seven.“

Opening Bell: U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund Could Buy TikTok

On Tuesday, February 4, the S&P 500 closed at 6,037.88, up 0.31% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ was up slightly 0.74%, finishing at 19,654.02. The Dow Jones Industrial Average remained flat, down 0.01% to close at 44,556.04. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 rose 1.9%, ending the session at 2,290.20.

Tariff Wars—Tech and Energy Stocks Are Keeping Markets Afloat

The ongoing US trade tensions are shaking global markets, but strong earnings from tech giants and a resilient energy sector are providing stability. While big tech benefits from favorable policies, the AI and semiconductor industries continue to drive market growth. Meanwhile, the reversal of green energy policies and the establishment of a US sovereign wealth fund signal major economic shifts ahead.

Opening Bell: Canada and Mexico Tariffs Delayed, Palantir Surges Over 27%

On Monday, February 3, the S&P 500 closed at 5,994.57, up 0.67% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ surged 1.66%, finishing at 19,391.96. The Dow Jones Industrial Average remained relatively flat, rising 0.18% to close at 44,421.91. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 rose 0.94%, ending the session at 2,258.42.

Trade Updates: VIX, Oracle, Nvidia, and Apple

Opening Bell: Markets Slide, Crypto Dumps as U.S. Tariffs Take Effect

On Friday, the S&P 500 closed at 6,040.53, down 0.5%, while the NASDAQ was flat (+0.28) to finish at 19,627.44. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 0.75%, closing at 44,544.66. Over the past week, the S&P 500 gained 1.2%, the NASDAQ surged 3.84%, and the Dow Jones rose 3.53%. Meanwhile, small caps, represented by the Russell 2000, jumped 4.57%, ending the week at 2,275.88.

Weekly Recap: Deepseek Rout, Trump Imposes Tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico

On Friday, the S&P 500 closed at 6,040.53, down 0.5%, while the NASDAQ was flat (+0.28) to finish at 19,627.44. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 0.75%, closing at 44,544.66. Over the past week, the S&P 500 gained 1.2%, the NASDAQ surged 3.84%, and the Dow Jones rose 3.53%. Meanwhile, small caps, represented by the Russell 2000, jumped 4.57%, ending the week at 2,275.88.

Stock Market on Edge: How Tariffs and AI Are Driving Uncertainty

Markets started strong but reversed after Trump’s broad tariff threats, hitting US automakers with international supply chains. Investors remain uncertain if last-minute concessions will prevent a trade war. Meanwhile, Apple’s stellar earnings contrasted with Microsoft’s struggles, while AI-related stocks like ASML showed resilience. With a volatile 2025 ahead, Trump’s policies may fuel market swings, especially in tech and trade-sensitive sectors. The US consumer remains strong, but rising credit and geopolitical tensions could drive unexpected economic shifts.

Opening Bell: Trump Tariff Threat Looms, US Automakers Are Bracing for Impact

On Wednesday, January 29, the S&P 500 closed at 6,039.31, down 0.47% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ climbed 1.12%, finishing at 19,681.75. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.89% to close at 44,882.13, while the Russell 2000 increased 0.67%, ending the session at 2,307.45.

Opening Bell: Fed Keeps Rates On Hold, EV Mandate Getting Axed

On Wednesday, January 29, the S&P 500 closed at 6,039.31, down 0.47% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ declined 0.51%, finishing at 19,632.32. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.31% to close at 44,713.52, while the Russell 2000 dipped 0.25%, ending the session at 2,283.10.

FED Holds Rates Steady in First FOMC Meeting Under Trump’s Second Term

The Federal Reserve opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 4.25%–4.50% in its first policy meeting of 2025, marking the first major monetary decision under President Donald Trump’s second administration.

Opening Bell: First FOMC Meeting of 2025

On Monday, January 27, the S&P 500 closed at 6,067.70, up 0.67% from the previous trading session. The NASDAQ rebounded 2.03%, finishing at 19,733.59. The Dow Jones Industrial Average remained relatively flat, rising 0.2% to close at 44,850.35. Meanwhile, the Russell 2000 edged up 0.21%, ending the session at 2,288.86.