Alright, folks, let’s dive into the bustling whirl of Wall Street and beyond. Grab your morning joe, because today’s market rollercoaster is going to keep us on our toes.
Stocks waver at open, making you ponder life’s bigger questions like, "What would I do with a cool million in bitcoin?" Yep, the thrill of possibly reaching the $100,000 mark for bitcoin (BTC-USD) is tantalizing investors. Early on Friday, BTC climbed above $99,400 but decided to play hard to get, slipping back just shy of $98,000 by 9:30 a.m. ET. It’s been a wild ride since the US presidential election and Trump getting chummy with the crypto crowd. No wonder—it seems America is betting on more crypto-friendly policies once the new administration settles in.
Over in the land of indices, the legendary S&P 500 (^GSPC) inched up while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) stayed relatively flat. The Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) took a minor dip, unlike Bitcoin, which, in a twist, began flirting with the $100K milestone. Some insiders say the enthusiasm is fueled by Trump’s presumed pro-crypto stance and the buzz surrounding spot bitcoin ETFs. Talk about juicy stuff!
Meanwhile, Nvidia (NVDA) gives us whiplash. Shares slipped more than 2%, dragging down the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite. Oh, and those curious about whether AI will keep the stock party going aren’t getting a definitive answer just yet. While that conversation simmers, your friendly neighborhood e-commerce giant Amazon (AMZN) saw a dip of under 1%, proving that even giants have their off days.
If you’re tracking economic moves, grab these juicy tidbits. S&P Global’s flash US composite PMI hit 55.3 in November. That’s the highest since April 2022! Businesses are clearly getting cozy with the idea of lower interest rates and, yeah, a brand spanking new administration in D.C. The business mood is practically dancing with joy, anticipating pro-business shifts.
The hustle doesn’t stop there. Super Micro Computer (SMCI) saw its shares soar over 9% in early trading. The AI server maker is reveling in a 65% weekly gain. They’re making headlines thanks to a newly hired auditor and a compliance plan offering hope for sticking around the Nasdaq. Just remember—as much as we enjoy a good stock market rally, SMCI is still under the DOJ’s watchful eye over accounting allegations. No drama, no street cred, right?
And if you’re into the world of social media investments, bat an eye over to Reddit (RDDT). The social media maven saw shares drop over 8% after Advance Magazine Publishers Inc. decided to sell off a bit of their stake. Reddit’s shares had been on a high, more than doubling since late October thanks to a surprising earnings beat. But hey, even Reddit can’t escape some market jitters.
Notable players like Home Depot (HD), Honeywell (HON), and Nike (NKE) joined the Dow’s victory dance, contributing to a collective 250-point rise. A good ol’ uptick keeping the heartbeat of New York City’s Bull alive!
When we’re talking New York and finance, it’s always a mix of excitement, opportunity, and let’s sprinkle in a bit of chaos. Stay tuned, because with markets this volatile, even today’s high flyers might come crashing back to Earth come Monday. Now, take a second to sip that coffee and bookmark our page. Who knows what twists are waiting tomorrow?
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