Dow Jones futures are on the rise, signaling a positive start to the trading day. While Snap experienced a crash due to weak revenue and guidance, there are stocks that are jumping on strong earnings. Cybersecurity companies Fortinet and Tenable are among the big winners, suggesting potential buying opportunities. However, Azek has gapped out of a buy zone, while Ford might offer an aggressive entry above its 200-day line.
In terms of stock market performance, the Nasdaq rallied to close slightly higher, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 0.4% and the S&P 500 index climbed by 0.2%. The small-cap Russell 2000 also saw gains, climbing 0.85% and retaking its 50-day line.
Market breadth has generally been weak in 2024, and buying opportunities have become scarce as many leading stocks have become extended. Some stocks, like Expedia and Affirm Holdings, have earnings coming up in the near term. Recently, the breakouts or buy signals that have been successful have been powerful earnings gap-ups, while others quickly undercut the entry.
The Nasdaq is currently 4.9% above its 50-day line, which indicates that it is no longer extended. This pause in the market could provide an opportunity for investors to evaluate their strategies and watch for potential buying opportunities.
In other market news, U.S. crude oil prices have risen by 0.7% to $73.31 a barrel. Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury yield has fallen 7 basis points to 4.09% after two consecutive sessions of significant gains.
Within the technology sector, the iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) dipped slightly, while the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH) fell as Nvidia and AMD saw declines.
Among individual stocks, Palantir experienced a significant jump, surging by 31% and surpassing resistance areas, including its 50-day line. Late Monday, Palantir reported doubled Q4 earnings and accelerated sales growth for the second quarter. BellRing Brands also experienced fluctuation, with its stock reaching highs and lows before settling down 1.3%. Late Monday, BellRing reported a 30% EPS gain with revenue up 19%. Additionally, Varonis closed the day up 6.7% after rebounding off its 10-week line.
In conclusion, while there may be limited buying opportunities due to extended leading stocks, there are still some stocks that are experiencing significant jumps on the back of strong earnings. Investors should remain cautious and consider adding exposure incrementally or holding their current positions. It’s important to stay updated on market trends and watch for potential breakout stocks.
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