- Featured CommentariesMarket Daily UpdatesStock Market Today: May 7, 2026William G. Ferguson | 05/07/2026
Stock market futures are up again, if modestly, this morning ahead of today’s opening bell. The major equity averages took a notable step higher yesterday, with the bulls holding the upper hand throughout the session. The buying was prompted by news from the Middle East that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace deal to end the Iran war.
Market Daily UpdatesStock Market Today: May 6, 2026John E. Seibert III | 05/06/2026The futures markets are up substantially this morning following reports that negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have made progress.
Market Daily UpdatesStock Market Today: May 5, 2026Mario Ferro | 05/05/2026It’s a busy morning in terms of economic reports. This morning’s futures are pointing to a favorable start to today’s trading session, ahead of key releases on job openings (JOLTS), new home sales, and the Institute for Supply Management services Purchasing Managers Index.
Market Daily UpdatesStock Market Today: May 4, 2026Adam Rosner | 05/04/2026The U.S. stock market may get off to a tentative start this morning, as traders look ahead to another pivotal week.
Market Daily UpdatesStock Market Today: May 1, 2026David M. Reimer | 05/01/2026According to the futures market, stocks are set to open today’s trading in a mixed manner. Prior to the bell, there were no major economic news releases due.