Podcast
Morning Dose #171: Gold Morning Salesforce Earnings Spark Rally – Thursday 12/4/2025
Key takeaways
- Monitor 8:30 AM data releases closely for market impact.
- Watch SPY at 680 support level and opportunities in Tech and Financials.
- Stay nimble after data drops and avoid chasing the first candle.
Morning Dose: Gold Morning Salesforce Earnings Spark Rally
A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.
Trader’s Market Briefing
Intro & Market Mood
Good morning, traders! Welcome to The Morning Dose – Everything You Need to Know Before the Market Opens. Today is Thursday, December 4th, 2025. Let’s dive into the market ahead.
Overnight Headlines
- Global sentiment: Asia and Europe markets saw positive movements with the Nikkei surging over two percent in Asia. German automakers led gains in Europe.
- US Futures: Currently hovering around the unchanged mark, reflecting a ‘wait and see’ attitude with an underlying bullish tone.
Economic Announcements
Key data releases to watch today:
- 8:30 AM Eastern: Weekly Initial Jobless Claims (expected around 220,000) and Trade Balance data.
- 10:00 AM Eastern: Factory Orders report.
Earnings Highlights
Notable earnings reports:
- Salesforce (CRM): Beat EPS estimates by 39 cents, positive Q4 guidance leading to over 1% pre-market rise.
- Snowflake (SNOW): Beat estimates but disappointed with Q4 revenue guidance, down 7-8% pre-market.
- Five Below: Impressive performance, beat by 43 cents, raised guidance, jumping nearly 4%.
Top Movers
Stocks to watch:
- SPY: Support at 680, resistance at 685. Break above 685 could signal further upside.
- QQQ: Support at 620, resistance at 625.
Quick Trade Ideas
Consider the following trade setups:
- Continuation play in semiconductor sector.
- Watch TIGR and AXGN for volatility opportunities.