Podcast
Morning Dose #84: Tech Turmoil Intel Plunges 7% on Earnings Shake-Up – Friday 7/25/2025
Key takeaways
- Underlying weakness masked by index highs, so focus on relative strength in mega-caps and tight risk management. Market likely to be volatile based on SPY and QQQ levels.
Morning Dose: Tech Turmoil Intel Plunges 7% on Earnings Shake-Up
A quick analysis of today’s market outlook and key trading opportunities to start your day.
Trader’s Market Briefing
Intro & Market Mood
The Morning Dose – Everything You Need to Know Before the Market Opens
Overnight Headlines
Equity futures are pointing to a slightly higher open after new record highs in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Asia and Europe trended lower, reflecting a risk-off sentiment.
Economic Announcements
Watch for Durable Goods Orders for June at 8:30 AM Eastern, with an expected drop of around eleven percent.
Earnings Highlights
- Intel (INTC): Pre-market down 7% due to EPS miss despite revenue beat and higher guidance.
- Centene (CNC): Plunged 14% on a big EPS miss.
- HCA Healthcare (HCA): Beat EPS by 56 cents and raised full-year guidance.
- Coursera (COUR): Soaring over 25% pre-market with strong beats and raised guidance.
Top Movers
Upgrades: Carvana (CVNA), Downgrades: Tesla (TSLA), Molina Healthcare (MOH), Sarepta Therapeutics (SRPT)
Quick Trade Ideas
SPY Support: 630, Resistance: 640 | QQQ Support: 560, Resistance: 570. Watch these levels closely for potential moves.