Archive · 25 Jul 2026
US Stocks Edge Higher Amid Oil Retreat and Intel Surge
On Friday, US stock futures showed small gains.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures went up a little, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures had a bigger increase.
This happened because oil prices went down after going up for five days, and Intel's shares jumped 4% after their earnings report.
But investors are still worried because of the fighting between the US and Iran, and because big tech companies are spending a lot on AI.
The US and Iran are attacking each other, and this is making people nervous.
Oil prices are still high because of the fighting, but they went down a bit today.
The US job market is still strong, but people are waiting to see more data later today.
US stock futures showed modest gains on Friday, 24 July.
Intel shares jumped 4% in pre-market trading following strong earnings.
Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate.
Oil prices retreated after a five-day rally but remain high due to Middle East tensions.
Initial jobless claims were lower than expected, indicating a resilient US labor market.
- Who
- US stock market investors, technology companies, President Donald Trump, Iran, Houthi rebels
- What
- Modest gains in stock futures, Intel's strong performance, geopolitical tensions, oil price retreat
- When
- Friday, 24 July
- Where
- United States, Middle East
- Why
- Retreat in oil prices, Intel's positive earnings report, geopolitical tensions, concerns over AI spending
Optimistic Investors
Cautious Investors
Market Recovery
Optimistic Investors
The modest gains in stock futures indicate a potential recovery from the previous day's sell-off.
Cautious Investors
The market remains cautious due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over AI spending.
AI Spending Concerns
Optimistic Investors
Investors are optimistic about the long-term benefits of AI investments.
Cautious Investors
Heavy AI-related spending raises concerns about profitability and cash burn in the coming quarters.
Geopolitical Tensions
Optimistic Investors
Some investors believe the market can withstand geopolitical risks.
Cautious Investors
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are keeping investors cautious.
- Date
- Friday, 24 July
- S&P 500 Futures
- 0.2% gain
- Nasdaq-100 Futures
- 0.1% gain
- Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures
- 0.4% gain (222 points)
- Intel Shares
- 4% jump in pre-market trading
- Initial Jobless Claims
- 187,000 (week ended July 18)
- Brent Crude Futures
- $96.40 per barrel (3% decline)
- WTI Crude Futures
- $88.75 per barrel (3% decline)
