Morning Dose: Energy Stocks Soar as US Takes Charge
A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.
Intro & Market Mood
Welcome to The Morning Dose – Everything You Need to Know Before the Market Opens. I’m your host, and we have got a wild Monday morning setup to kick off the first full trading week of 2026!
Overnight Headlines
- S&P futures are up twenty points, Nasdaq is up nearly one-seventy.
- The U.S. armed forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend, impacting energy stocks like Chevron and Halliburton.
- Oil prices are stable, signaling a regime change play in Venezuela.
Economic Announcements
ISM Manufacturing Index data dropping at 10:00 A.M. Eastern with consensus at forty-eight point four percent.
Earnings Highlights
- Samsung aims for eight hundred million AI devices, boosting the semiconductor sector.
- Costco receives a one thousand dollar price target from Mizuho.
- Uber downgraded to ‘Sell’ at Melius.
Top Movers
- Mobileye (MBLY) secures a major U.S. automaker for hands-free driving tech.
- Tech sector is experiencing optimism with corporate moves and global outlook.
Quick Trade Ideas
Watch for resistance levels at six-ninety-two fifty on SPY. Focus on Defense and Aerospace sectors for relative strength.
Key Takeaway
If trading energy stocks, look at service companies for stability post-regime change in Venezuela. Tech sector showing strength with semiconductor companies leading the way.
Final Quick Hits
- Rumors surrounding Paramount (PSKY) and Warner Brothers.
- Monitor semiconductor sector performance to gauge overall market movement.
Solid advice for today’s market setup. Stay cautious on chasing gaps and keep an eye on key sectors for potential opportunities. Thanks for tuning in to The Morning Dose!