Morning Dose #95: Futures Surge, Rate-Cut Hype, Cyclical Stocks Rally – Wednesday 8/13/2025
Key takeaways
- Person2: Momentum strong but watch for resistance levels. Be cautious with overstretched names and tight stops. Bulls need fresh catalyst for further push.
- That’s all for The Morning Dose. Stay tuned for more market updates. Happy trading!
Morning Dose: Futures Surge, Rate-Cut Hype, Cyclical Stocks Rally
A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.
Intro & Market Mood
Person1: Good morning and welcome to The Morning Dose – Everything You Need to Know Before the Market Opens.
Person2: Good morning! The mood is upbeat. Futures are ticking higher, building on yesterday’s all-time highs in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
Overnight Headlines
Person2: Asia and Europe both in green territory, shrugging off weak loan data from China. Investors focused on potential rate cuts.
Person1: Cyclicals showing strength, with materials and industrials leading. Broader market participation signaling cautious bullish sentiment.
Economic Announcements
Person1: July CPI report in line with expectations, relieving fears of high inflation. Eyes now on potential rate cuts and Fed actions.
Earnings Highlights
Person2: CAVA Group down 24% pre-market on revenue miss and guidance cut. Luminar Technologies and H&R Block also facing losses.
Person1: Sapiens (SPNS) soaring 40% on acquisition news. WEBTOON Entertainment up 37% after beating estimates and Disney deal.
Top Movers
Person2: Reuters reports U.S. placing trackers in AI chips; Eli Lilly making headlines for Indian launch and insider buys.
Quick Trade Ideas
Person1: Market consolidating with bullish bias. Focus on tech and communications for continuation setups. Watch KALC for continuation and Apple for anticipation.