Morning Dose: Intel Skyrockets on NVIDIA’s Historic Investment!
A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.
Intro & Market Mood
Futures are pointing to a strong start this Thursday, September 18th following an optimistic wave after the Fed’s decision for a 25-basis point cut and potential future cuts in October and December.
Overnight Headlines
- Intel (INTC) up 26% on news of a $5 billion investment from NVIDIA (NVDA).
- House passes funding measure calming market uncertainties.
- Google (GOOG) benefits from the end of China’s antitrust investigation.
- Apple (AAPL) explores a foldable iPhone.
Economic Announcements
Keep an eye on the 8:30 AM Eastern for Initial Jobless Claims and the Philadelphia Fed Index for potential market volatility.
Earnings Highlights
- Darden Restaurants (DRI) and Cracker Barrel (CBRL) face stock declines after missing on earnings.
- Novo Nordisk (NVO) surged 7% due to positive health study results.
Top Movers
89bio (ETNB) up 83% on Roche acquisition news.
Quick Trade Ideas
S&P 500 ETF (SPY): Watch for support at $660 and resistance at $667 for potential breakout.
Nasdaq (QQQ): Support at $593 and a significant resistance level at $600.
Key Takeaway
Today’s focus is on bullish momentum following positive Fed signals and major corporate announcements. Watch for breakouts at key resistance levels like $660 for SPY and $600 for QQQ.