Dow Jones Futures Steady as Investors Await Fed Minutes and Nvidia Earnings
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Dow Jones futures, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq 100 futures, showed little change in overnight trade on Tuesday. Investors held their positions as they awaited the release of the Federal Reserve's minutes and Nvidia's earnings later in the day.
The week ahead is expected to be relatively quiet on the economic front, with the stock market closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving and early closure on Friday. However, Tuesday's release of the Fed minutes is highly anticipated as it is expected to provide valuable insights into the central bank's outlook on interest rates.
On Monday, several companies reported their earnings, driving notable moves in the market. Keysight Technologies (KEYS) and Zoom Video Communications (ZM) emerged as key movers following their earnings releases. KEYS stock rallied 2.5%, while Zoom Video shares surged more than 4% in extended trade.
In yesterday's trading session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 0.6%, while the S&P 500 climbed 0.7%. The Nasdaq composite, which is known for its heavy concentration of technology stocks, advanced 1.1%.
Some notable technology stocks saw positive movement on Monday. Tesla (TSLA) gained 0.55%, while Nvidia, a stock market leader, rose by 2.3%. Additionally, Dow Jones tech giants Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) also traded higher, with AAPL stock up 0.9% and Microsoft shares up 2.05%.
Several stocks have been identified as potential winners in the current market rally. Amazon (AMZN) from the IBD Leaderboard, along with MercadoLibre (MELI), Shopify (SHOP), and Toll Brothers (TOL), as well as Microsoft, Salesforce (CRM), and UnitedHealth (UNH) from the Dow Jones stocks, are among the best stocks to watch.
Meanwhile, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield experienced a slight decrease, settling at 4.42% on Monday. Oil prices, on the other hand, rebounded as West Texas Intermediate futures closed near $78 a barrel.
As the stock market maintains its upward trajectory, investors are advised to stay informed and evaluate opportunities. It is recommended to refer to IBD's The Big Picture column for a comprehensive outlook on the market. With the trend strengthening, investors are urged to consider raising their market exposure to between 80% and 100%.
To find potential breakouts and stocks nearing buy points, resources such as IBD MarketSmith's "Breaking Out Today" list and the "Near Pivot" list can be valuable tools. Additionally, IBD Stock Lists, including IBD 50, Big Cap 20, and Stocks Near A Buy Zone, provide insights into bullish patterns and buy points that should be monitored regularly.
Within the Dow Jones index, stocks such as Salesforce and UnitedHealth are showing promising indicators. Salesforce is approaching a buy point in a double-bottom base, while UnitedHealth is forming a handle in a significant consolidation. Other notable stocks breaking out or within buy range include Amazon, MercadoLibre, Shopify, and Toll Brothers.
Overall, investors should keep a close watch on these stocks and market trends to make informed decisions during this current stock market rally.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based solely on the mentioned entities, numbers, and dates from the provided text. It is not a comprehensive analysis of the stock market and should not be relied upon for financial decisions.