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Stock Indexes Supported by Strength in Chipmakers and AI Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.43%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.17%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.46%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · Jul 6

US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq gain as chip stocks rebound

U.S. markets were mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rising on a rebound in chip stocks, while the Dow slipped after briefly hitting a record. Investors are focused on upcoming Fed minutes and the start of earnings season, while easing rate hike expectations and broader sector strength supported sentiment.

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Inflation Turns Negative as Hormuz Reopens: Why Gold, Silver, Bitcoin May Now Rally

For most of 2026, gold, silver and Bitcoin have been a painful place to put money.

Benzinga · Jul 6

Bitcoin approaches $63,000 after $224 million ETF inflows snap six-day outflow streak

Bitcoin traded near $63,000 after nearly $224 million in ETF inflows ended a six-day outflow streak, supporting a mild recovery in crypto markets. Ethereum and major altcoins also gained, while analysts said sentiment is improving, but caution remains ahead of upcoming macroeconomic events, including the FOMC minutes.

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Stock Market: Will S&P 500 Open Up or Down Today?

U.S. equities are looking to build momentum heading into the second week of the second half of 2026. The S&P 500 rose slightly last Thursday, but remains within 140 points of its previous record.

Benzinga · Jul 6

US Stock Market: Fed minutes, corporate earnings to set the tone for Wall Street this week

Investors will focus on the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting minutes and the start of the second-quarter earnings season this week to gauge the outlook for interest rates and the sustainability of the recent U.S. stock market rally. While technology stocks, especially semiconductors, have driven market gains, investors are also watching…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Gold prices fall after 4-day rally; silver down Rs 1,200/kg despite easing rate hike fears. What are experts saying?

Gold and silver prices dipped on the MCX Monday, ending a four-day rally as investors took profits. This occurred despite easing concerns about U.S. Federal Reserve rate hikes, following softer jobs data and falling oil prices.

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Rally as 'Extreme Fear' Persists: Analyst Expects a 'Quick' Move Upward for BTC After 'Shallow' Correction

Leading cryptocurrencies gained alongside stock futures on Sunday as investors braced for the release of the Federal Reserve’s June meeting minutes.

Benzinga · Jul 6

Dollar near two-week lows as rate-hike bets recede, embattled yen in focus

The US dollar dipped to a two-week low as markets scaled back expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen remains near a 40-year trough, fueling speculation about potential government intervention. While the euro and sterling saw modest gains, traders are closely watching for any moves from…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Global Market Today: Shares edge higher in Asia as oil dips, earnings loom

Asian markets saw gains as Wall Street futures rose, buoyed by hopes of strong earnings and easing oil prices. Reduced inflation fears have lessened the likelihood of a near-term Federal Reserve rate hike, allowing investors to anticipate a tech profit boom driven by AI. Samsung Electronics is expected to report…

The Economic Times · Jul 6