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S&P 500 Futures Rise After Tuesday's 1.44% Decline — Technology Shares Attempt Stabilization Following Global Selloff

U.S. stock index futures moved higher after Tuesday's sharp decline, with investors attempting to stabilize sentiment following a global technology selloff. The previous session saw the Nasdaq fall more than 2% while South Korea's KOSPI suffered one of its steepest declines in years. Market participants are now focused on Micron earnings, Federal Reserve bank stress-test results, and signs that AI-related demand remains strong enough to support elevated technology valuations across global equity markets.

Dow Jones Plunges Over 900 Points as Geopolitical Tensions Rattle Markets

U.S. equity markets experienced a dramatic sell-off today as escalating conflict in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global financial markets. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 900 points, while major indices such as the S&P 500 and NASDAQ also posted sharp losses, fueled in part by a surge in oil prices and renewed inflation concerns.

Global Markets Steady as Japan Election Boosts Risk Appetite

Global financial markets displayed resilience on February 9, 2026, supported by a decisive political victory in Japan that sent equity benchmarks higher and lifted risk sentiment worldwide. Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged as investors priced in fiscal stimulus and pro-growth reforms, while U.S. futures held near prior levels as traders awaited key economic data including employment and inflation reports.

Tech Stocks Face Shakeout Ahead of Data Deluge, U.S. Markets See Mixed Signals

Technology stocks are experiencing renewed volatility ahead of a week packed with economic releases, as investors reassess valuations and near‑term catalysts. Broader markets are bracing for a mix of cross‑currents, including macroeconomic data and shifting risk sentiment that could drive further rotation across sectors.

Global Stock Markets Retreat as Precious Metals Selloff Sparks Risk Aversion

Global equity markets weakened Monday, with key indices sold off as a sharp decline in precious metals prices triggered broader risk-off positioning among institutional and retail investors alike. Traders moved to de-risk portfolios amid concerns that the metals selloff might presage downstream pressure on commodity-linked equities and alternative asset classes, dampening risk sentiment across major regions.

Wall Street Extends Rally as Trump Backs Off Greenland Tariffs and Markets Rebound

U.S. markets extended gains on Thursday after President Trump withdrew threatened tariffs on European allies tied to Greenland, easing a key source of geopolitical risk and sparking a broad relief rally across equities. Major indices including the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq pushed higher as investor sentiment improved ahead of key economic data and corporate earnings.

European Shares Rebound After Trump Withdraws Tariff Threats

European equities rose sharply as U.S. President Donald Trump backed away from tariff threats over Greenland, boosting investor confidence across markets. The STOXX 600 climbed 1.2%, led by gains in autos and telecoms, while volatility measures fell for a second session. Analysts cautioned that geopolitical risks remain, even as the near-term trading environment improved.