S&P 500 Extends Record Highs, Dow Breaks 43,000 Ahead Of Pivotal Earnings Week, Bitcoin's Rally Lifts Crypto Stocks: What's Driving Markets Monday?
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record highs as investors anticipate key earnings reports. Bitcoin's rally boosts crypto stocks, while commodities decline. Notable stock movements include Vistra Corp., Wells Fargo, SoFi Technologies, and Upstart Holdings.
October 14, 2024 | 6:08 pm
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NEGATIVE IMPACT
The iShares MSCI China ETF declined 1.1% amid uncertainty over China's stimulus measures.
The MCHI ETF tracks Chinese equities, which declined due to uncertainty over China's economic stimulus measures.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
NEGATIVE IMPACT
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund lagged, down 0.3%, as energy stocks underperformed.
The XKE ETF tracks the energy sector, which underperformed due to weak demand outlook, affecting energy stock prices.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
CleanSpark Inc. rose 7.3% following Bitcoin's rally, which lifted crypto-linked stocks.
CleanSpark's stock increased due to the positive impact of Bitcoin's rally on crypto-related stocks.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
Coinbase Global rallied 7.7% as Bitcoin's price surged, boosting crypto-linked stocks.
Coinbase Global's stock rose significantly due to Bitcoin's rally, which positively impacted crypto-related stocks.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF rose 0.4% as the Dow Jones broke above 43,000 for the first time.
The DIA ETF tracks the Dow Jones, which reached a new milestone, reflecting strong market momentum.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
The iShares Russell 2000 ETF rose 0.6% as small-cap stocks advanced.
The IWM ETF tracks the Russell 2000, which saw gains as small-cap stocks performed well, reflecting positive market sentiment.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
MARA Holdings Inc. gained 5.4% as Bitcoin's rally lifted crypto-linked stocks.
MARA Holdings' stock rose due to the positive influence of Bitcoin's rally on crypto-related stocks.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
The Invesco QQQ Trust Series rose 0.8%, though the Nasdaq 100 remains below its all-time high.
The QQQ ETF tracks the Nasdaq 100, which saw gains but still lags behind its previous high, indicating room for growth.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
SoFi Technologies soared over 9% after announcing a major agreement with Fortress Investment Group.
SoFi Technologies' stock surged due to a significant agreement with Fortress Investment Group, boosting investor confidence.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust rose 0.7% as the S&P 500 hit record highs, driven by bullish sentiment ahead of earnings reports.
The SPY ETF tracks the S&P 500, which reached record highs due to positive market sentiment and anticipation of earnings reports.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
Upstart Holdings jumped over 4% after Wedbush upgraded the stock to Neutral.
Upstart Holdings' stock rose following an upgrade by Wedbush, indicating improved investor sentiment and potential for growth.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
Vistra Corp. surged over 5% after BNP Paribas initiated coverage with an Outperform rating.
Vistra Corp. received a positive rating from BNP Paribas, boosting investor confidence and driving the stock price up.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
Wells Fargo rallied 3.7% after Bank of America Securities raised its price target.
Wells Fargo's stock rose following a price target increase by Bank of America, indicating positive sentiment and potential for growth.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund outperformed, rising 1.2% amid strong tech sector performance.
The XLK ETF tracks the technology sector, which outperformed other sectors, indicating strong investor interest in tech stocks.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70