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Here’s what’s happening in the stock market today:
The stock market shows mixed signals today with US500 up 0.36% amid recent volatility from geopolitical tensions and earnings reports. Futures indicate caution after yesterday's sharp declines, while economic data like JOLTS and ADP offer mixed labor signals.
Major Indices Performance 📊
US500 (S&P 500 proxy) rose to 6822 points, gaining 0.36% in the session.
Dow Jones fell 0.96% to 48989 yesterday, with futures edging down 0.1-0.2% today.Nasdaq edged up 0.16% supported by tech, but futures slip 0.1-0.3% premarket.
Market Movers 🚀
Baidu up 5.10% and PDD Holdings +4.15% in premarket.
United Airlines jumps post-earnings, Netflix down 7%, JNJ dips 1-2.8%.
Amgen +3.47% yesterday; Walmart modestly positive amid broader pressures.
Key Events Driving the Market 🗞️
President Trump's tariff threats on European nations over Greenland opposition rattled markets yesterday.
JOLTS shows drop in job openings, ADP +41K private payrolls (below expectations), ISM Services beats forecasts.
Treasury 10-year yield at 4.29%, gold at records, ongoing earnings from JNJ, Netflix.
Investor Sentiment 👀
Cautious rebound attempts mix with geopolitical risks and yield pressures, following worst day since October. Labor cooling supports rate cut hopes, but tariff fears weigh on sentiment.
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TRADE OF THE DAY:
RKLB
Name: Rocket Lab Corporation
Symbol: RKLB
Current Price: Approximately $48.13
Trade
Sell to Open: 1 RKLB Feb 6, 2026 73/68 Put Vertical
Total Credit Received: $65.00
Credit per Contract: $65.00 (1 contract = 100 shares)
Direction: Bullish (expects RKLB to stay above break-even level)
Probability of Profit (PoP): 83.86%
Potential ROI:
Max Risk (Loss): $435.00
ROI: ($65 ÷ $435) × 100 ≈ 14.9%
Trade Explained in Simple English:
This is a bullish put credit spread where you sell the 73 strike put and buy the 68 strike put, both expiring on February 6, 2026. You collect $65 upfront when entering the trade. If RKLB closes above approximately $72.35 at expiration, both options expire worthless and you keep the full credit. Your maximum loss is capped at $435 if the stock finishes below $68, while your potential reward is limited to the credit received.
Wall Street Highlights:
News Beyond the Numbers
Federal regulators are investigating several major Wall Street banks over their use of private messaging apps, focusing on potential record-keeping violations regarding business communications. Read more
Apollo Global Management is leading a $5 billion strategic investment in Intel, marking a significant move by private equity into the domestic semiconductor manufacturing space. Read more
Goldman Sachs has officially named its newest class of partners, the largest cohort since 2010, as the firm seeks to bolster its core investment banking and trading leadership. Read more
Visa and Mastercard are facing renewed scrutiny from lawmakers over a proposed settlement regarding swipe fees that could potentially reshape the payments industry landscape. Read more
Morgan Stanley has appointed a new head of its global technology investment banking division to capitalize on an expected surge in initial public offerings and tech mergers. Read more
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