The Consumer Price Index for April, due Tuesday morning, could test Wall Street's renewed bullishness after a major U.S.-China tariff rollback<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45347089/wall-street-rips-higher-as-tariff-truce-halts-us-china-economic-escalation"> fueled risk-on sentiment. </a>



Despite a slightly defused trade war, the inflation print could tighten the Fed's hand further, especially if prices came in hotter than forecast.



Wall Street economists agree that the annual headline inflation rate will remain at 2.4%—the 49th straight month above the Federal Reserve's 2% target.



Inflation is forecast to rebound from a 0.1% drop in March to 0.3% in April. Core CPI, which excludes food and energy, is expected to rise 0.3% monthly and hold steady at 2.8% annually.



Bank America&#8217;s economist Stephen Juneau warns that "larger increases are in the pipeline" due to front-loaded demand and the lingering impact of April's tariff shock.



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fed Rate Cut Expectations Collapse After US-China Trade Truce</h3>



The surprise U.S.-China trade breakthrough on Monday delivered another blow to short-term Fed cut bets. With tariffs slashed by over 100 percentage points for at least 90 days, economic uncertainty tied to supply chains and pricing has decreased. 



Markets now price just an 8% probability of a 25-basis-point cut in June, according to CME FedWatch data. That's down from nearly 40% a week ago. The odds for a July cut stand at 42%, while expectations for two cuts by December have dropped to 72%, from nearly three cuts priced before last week's FOMC meeting.



The Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged for a third consecutive meeting in May and emphasized that "uncertainty about the economic outlook has increased," citing risks of both higher unemployment and persistent inflation. 



Fed Chair Jerome Powell said policy is in a "good place" and the central bank will wait for more clarity on trade and prices.



 "Inflation remains above the Federal Open Market Committee's 2% target, and further progress on disinflation has been slow," said Fed Governor Adriana Kugler on Monday, reinforcing the central bank's cautious stance.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs: A Short-Term Boost To Prices?</h3>



While the U.S.-China truce reduces long-term inflation risk, at least from a supply-side perspective, April may still show upward price pressures as businesses and consumers reacted to the previous tariff escalation. 



Bank of America indicates that tariff revenues and effective rates rose about 2 percentage points in April — a modest but broad-based input cost pressure.



Core goods inflation is expected to rise 0.1% month-over-month after a 0.1% drop in March, driven by front-loaded demand and rising auto prices. Juneau highlighted a 2.7% monthly spike in the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index as another red flag.



"Tariffs should be a modest boost to goods prices this month," Juneau said, "but larger increases are in the pipeline."



Services inflation may be tamer. The analyst expects a slight moderation in rent inflation and is watching categories like airfares, lodging and car rentals for signs of weakening demand, which is already visible in card spending data.



According to veteran Wall Street investor Ed Yardeni, &#8220;increases like the 2.7% month-over-month jump in the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index in April from March bear watching.&#8221;



&#8220;Higher prices paid for imports due to tariffs are also driving up service sector firms' costs, feeding through to higher prices, notably in consumer-facing industries such as restaurants and hotels,&#8221; said S&amp;P Global&#8217;s chief economist Chris Williamson in the latest U.S. Services PMI report.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What To Expect In Markets</h3>



It's unlikely Tuesday's inflation report derails Wall Street&#8217;s tariff-relief rally—unless the numbers come in well above expectations. 



The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) — which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index — surged 2.6% on Monday to an over two-month high on hopes that the trade truce reduces supply-side price pressures and stabilizes global growth.



Still, sticky inflation would signal that the Fed's 2% goal remains distant, reinforcing its higher-for-longer interest rate stance. A hotter April inflation print might strengthen the dollar and increase bond yields.



The U.S. dollar, which weakened during April's tariff escalation, is <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/quote/BBDXY:IND?sref=TBDibEcD">rebounding</a> as of May 12. Meanwhile, Treasury yields are climbing: the 30-year bond yield hovered at 4.87% on Monday, near its 2025 high of 5%.



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Quantum computing stocks have attracted major retail investor interest in 2025, with companies like D-Wave Quantum, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGTI#NASDAQ">RGTI</a>) and IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) standing out as<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/45255404/d-wave-quantum-hidden-opportunity-or-short-sellers-dream"> some investor favorites.&nbsp;</a>



While the sector holds transformative potential, persistent financial losses and evolving technology mean these stocks remain high-risk, high-reward investments.&nbsp;



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QBTS: D-Wave Quantum is 2025's best quantum stock performer so far, with gains of more than 35% year-to-date. The company specializes in quantum annealing systems with products like the Advantage and Advantage 2 quantum computers, as well as its Leap quantum cloud service.&nbsp;



D-Wave reported record <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/05/45294899/d-wave-quantum-stock-is-soaring-thursday-whats-going-on">quarterly revenue</a> of $15 million last week, a more than sixfold increase on a year-over-year basis, though the company has yet to turn a profit.&nbsp;



IONQ: IonQ also reported a smaller-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45268901/ionq-q1-earnings-revenue-beat-smaller-than-expected-loss-forward-guidance-and-more">first-quarter</a> loss last week, though its stock is down more than 20% year-to-date.&nbsp;



However, the company has established partnerships with major cloud providers like Microsoft, Amazon and Google for its trapped ion technology and analysts see potential gains ahead. IonQ stock has a consensus price target of $38.33 based on the ratings of 7 analysts, representing a nearly 20% upside to the stock's current price level.&nbsp;



RGTI: Rigetti specializes in full-stack, cloud-accessible<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/04/44928729/rigetti-scores-4-6-million-uk-grant-to-tackle-quantum-error-correction"> quantum computing</a>, manufacturing its own chips and pioneering scalable multi-chip quantum processors. However, Rigetti's financials reveal the high cost of quantum research and developments with a trailing twelve-month net loss of $200.99 million on $10.79 million in revenue.&nbsp;



The company is set to report its first-quarter results after Monday's closing bell with Street expectations of a loss of 5 cents per share on revenue of $2.55 million. Rigetti stock is racing higher on heavy trading volume ahead of earnings, reflecting retail investor enthusiasm.&nbsp;



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The United States and China agreed to slash their retaliatory tariffs by over 100 percentage points, pausing a spiraling trade war that had threatened<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s"> to choke global growth.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's In The Deal?</h3>



The agreement establishes a 90-day reset, slashing U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%, and Chinese tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%, starting May 14. 



The decision stems from high-level negotiations in Geneva, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and China's Vice Premier He Lifeng.



The truce halts one of the steepest protectionist escalations in recent history, following President Donald Trump's aggressive "Liberation Day" trade tariffs launched on April 2.



"We reached an agreement on a 90-day pause and substantially moved down the tariff levels," Bessent said in a press conference. 



"Both countries represented their national interests very well, but we concluded we have shared interest in balanced trade."



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tariff Truce Cools Recession And Inflation Risks</h3>



The tariff rollback offers more than diplomatic relief — it also addresses growing fears of a U.S. economic slowdown and resurgent inflation. By averting the triple-digit import taxes that threatened to choke global trade, the deal removes a significant source of economic uncertainty that had weighed on business investment and consumer confidence.



Recession probabilities have sharply declined in response. 



The latest market-based forecast from Kalshi shows a 46% chance of a U.S. recession this year, down from 60% at the end of April, reflecting improving sentiment. Notably, consumer spending and corporate earnings had begun showing early signs of strain under the tariff shock imposed in April.



On the inflation front, the agreement is expected to ease price pressures on goods most impacted by the trade war — including electronics, automotive parts and industrial equipment.



Ahead of Tuesday's official April Consumer Price Index report, economists expect a return to monthly inflation growth: headline prices are forecast to rise 0.3%, reversing March's 0.1% dip. Core inflation is also expected to rise 0.3%, while annual inflation rates are seen holding steady at 2.4% for headline and 2.8% for core.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Markets Cheered</h3>



U.S. equity futures soared as the news hit, with futures on the S&amp;P 500 climbing 3.13% to 5,836.66, those on the Nasdaq 100 jumping 4.05%, and Dow futures up 2.62%. 



The U.S. dollar index – as tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) – surged 1.4%, with the greenback rallying 2% against the Japanese yen. 



Meanwhile, 2-year Treasury yields rose 10 basis points to 4%, as traders dialed back expectations for a near-term Federal Reserve rate cut. The odds of a June cut fell to 11%, down from 25% a week ago, per CME FedWatch.



Gold – as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) – dropped 2.9%, with investors rotating out of safe havens, and oil climbed 3.9% to $63.40 amid improving global demand prospects.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Who Wins On Wall Street?</h3>



U.S. equities rallied sharply as investors welcomed the truce between Washington and Beijing. 



Trade-sensitive and consumer-facing stocks led the premarket advance, reflecting relief over lower input costs and reduced supply chain disruption. Technology and industrials also posted notable gains.



Top Gainers – S&amp;P 500



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th>Company</th><th>% Change</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Stanley Black &amp; Decker Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWK#NYSE">SWK</a>)</td><td>+12.07%</td></tr><tr><td>Best Buy Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>)</td><td>+10.42%</td></tr><tr><td>Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHP#NASDAQ">MCHP</a>)</td><td>+9.29%</td></tr><tr><td>GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>)</td><td>+8.94%</td></tr><tr><td>NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRG#NYSE">NRG</a>)</td><td>+8.08%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>







Top Premarket Gainers – Nasdaq 100



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th>Company</th><th>% Change</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Microchip Technology Inc.</td><td>+9.29%</td></tr><tr><td>GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>)</td><td>+8.94%</td></tr><tr><td>Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)</td><td>+8.44%</td></tr><tr><td>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)</td><td>+8.07%</td></tr><tr><td>ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>)</td><td>+8.02%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>







Top Premarket Losers – S&amp;P 500



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><thead><tr><th>Company</th><th>% Change</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Newmont Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEM#NYSE">NEM</a>)</td><td>-5.24%</td></tr><tr><td>Gilead Sciences Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GILD#NASDAQ">GILD</a>)</td><td>-3.60%</td></tr><tr><td>AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>)</td><td>-3.58%</td></tr><tr><td>Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>)</td><td>-3.38%</td></tr><tr><td>Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAB#NYSE">WAB</a>)</td><td>-3.17%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rally to almost $106,000 may not yet be its peak, with technical models and macro flows aligning to support a near-term price target of $122,000, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">according to a report</a>.



The move follows a well-defined breakout above the $84,500 level in mid-April and has been reinforced by strong spot buying and expanding institutional interest, according to a market update from May 12.



What Happened: This week's <a href="https://blog.coinshares.com/volume-233-digital-asset-fund-flows-weekly-report-f38946027bd6">data</a> from CoinShares further underpins the bullish thesis.



Digital asset investment products recorded $882 million in inflows globally last week, marking four consecutive weeks of growth and bringing year-to-date inflows to $6.7 billion. 



Bitcoin accounted for $867 million of that, continuing to dominate institutional allocations. 



Notably, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-spot-bitcoin-etfs">U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs</a> have now amassed a cumulative $62.9 billion in net inflows since launching in January 2024, a record high.



Regionally, inflows were led by the United States ($840 million), followed by Germany and Australia, while Canada and Hong Kong saw small outflows. 



CoinShares attributes the increase in inflows to "a global rise in M2 money supply, stagflationary risks in the US and several US states approving Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset."



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What Experts Are Saying: From a market structure perspective, Bitcoin&#8217;s rally has unfolded in $16,000 increments, with clear resistance and support levels established at $73,000, $84,500, and $95,000, all of which have been either broken or successfully retested, according to 10x Research.



After peaking at close to $106,000, analysts suggest that momentum remains intact, with technical models now pointing toward $122,000 as the next major target.



The trade thesis has been driven by long call spreads, specifically $100,000/$110,000, capitalizing on low implied volatility, which remains around 45% despite the ongoing price surge. 



"Being long on call spreads was the superior risk-adjusted trade," the report stated. 



Traders are now advised to consider rolling into higher strikes such as $110,000/$120,000.



Interestingly, the rally to $95,000 was driven not by leveraged futures but primarily by spot buying, notably from institutional players like Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) and ETF inflows, while many futures traders attempted to short the move. 



The failure of these counter-trades has added further weight to the bullish breakout.



Macroeconomic conditions have also provided a supportive backdrop. 



Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently downplayed tariff-related inflation as "potentially a one-time event," while tomorrow's CPI print is expected to hold steady at 2.4%. 



If inflation remains below 3% and U.S. economic data shows resilience, the incentive to exit positions may remain low. Political developments, particularly a pivot toward tax cuts and deregulation, are also cited as tailwinds.



Though Ethereum saw a significant price increase during the same period, its fund inflows remained limited at just $1.5 million, per CoinShares. 



Meanwhile, Sui (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">SUI</a>) attracted $11.7 million in inflows last week, surpassing Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>), which saw outflows of $3.4 million. 



On a year-to-date basis, Sui has now pulled in $84 million, overtaking Solana's $76 million.



Despite a complex macro backdrop, Bitcoin&#8217;s price action remains spot-driven and momentum-led, with the combination of technical breakouts and record-setting institutional flows making the $122,000 target increasingly viable.



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Energy stocks are holding up amid the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45317301/5-treasury-yields-could-force-trump-to-slash-tariffs-in-q2-says-bofas-hartnett">trade chaos</a>, with the benchmark S&amp;P 500 Energy Index down -4.65% year to date but up 5.63% over the past month. Comparably, the S&amp;P 500 index stands at -3.70% year to date in what&#8217;s been a rough year for most stocks.



Still, energy stock valuations remain low, and the Trump administration has treated the oil and gas sectors favorably in its first 100 days &#8211; both of which are good news for sector stocks.



That&#8217;s not to say there aren&#8217;t worrisome issues for the energy sector.&nbsp;



The YChart energy index shows prices are down to 87.87 compared to 95.06 in April and 109.59 a year ago. OPEC and other major oil producers are expected to boost production again starting in June. In a recent research note, Goldman Sachs analyst Callum Bryce said its oil price forecast &#8220;remains to the downside,&#8221; citing recession risks and lower production capacity. While the tariff wars haven&#8217;t hurt the energy sector as severely as others, the costs of oil and gas production, refining, and transport are rising at a time when prices are lagging.



In its most recent<a href="https://boereport.com/2025/05/05/letter-to-stockholders-issued-by-diamondback-energy-inc-2/"> Letter to Stockholders</a>, outgoing Diamondback CEO Travis D. Stice said the oil industry is facing lower demand and higher supply, has lowered oil prices and increased volatility, &#8220;with massive industry changes on the horizon.&#8221;



&#8220;Over the past decade, the cost of supply for the average barrel of oil produced in the United States has increased. The shale revolution has evolved from proof of concept to manufacturing mode and is now in a more mature stage of development, providing (free cash flow generation and return of capital),&#8221; Stice stated. 



&#8220;Today, geologic headwinds outweigh the tailwinds provided by improvements in technology and operational efficiency,&#8221; he added. &#8220;On an inflation-adjusted basis, there have only been two quarters since 2004 where front-month oil prices have been as cheap as they are today (excluding 2020, which was impacted by the global pandemic). Therefore, we believe we are at a tipping point for U.S. oil production at current commodity prices.&#8221;



Still, there are promising signs. Energy stocks still trade at low valuations, and the Trump administration has treated the industry favorably.



&#8220;Energy is an industry that never sleeps,&#8221; said Adam Ferrari, CEO at Phoenix Energy. &#8220;Right now, the sector is in a state of strategic recalibration as a response to broader headwinds like inflation, trade imbalances, and geopolitical instability influencing cost structures.&#8221;



Additionally, political measures like President Trump&#8217;s executive orders surrounding energy security bolster fossil fuel development more broadly. &#8220;Still, companies need to include uncertainties in their plans for capital deployment and resource allocation in the future.&#8221;



Technology advancements are also working in the energy sector&#8217;s favor.



&#8220;The energy industry is undergoing significant changes due to multiple factors, including the rise of artificial intelligence and the massive building of infrastructure and the power requirements needed for data centers to operate which has the tech, and utilities sectors scrambling to meet the need,&#8221; said Chris Cook, Senior Equity Trader and Research Analyst at Frost Investment Advisors.



Those advancements should boost some energy suppliers more than others.



&#8220;These new opportunities are still in the beginning stages, and we expect more will develop as AI technology continues to evolve, making this a long-term investment theme over the next ten years or more,&#8221; Cook said. &#8220;Based on the advantages of access, availability, and reliability, we expect to see natural gas generation as an ideal fuel and power source to help close the demand gap, especially within Texas.&#8221;



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Three Energy Stocks To Play In A Roiling Market</h1>



With enough moving parts to equip a Permian Basin oil rig, some high-value and high-dividend-paying energy stocks are worth looking at now. These three names could boost a dormant 2025 investment portfolio.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Marathon Petroleum</h2>



Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) is on the move, with its share price up 22% over the past month alone. In its most recent quarterly report, the company announced revenues of $31.85 billion, well ahead of analyst expectations of $1.7 billion. Analysts are essentially backing MPC, with Scotiabank issuing a buy rating on MPC while Bank of America is keeping a hold on the stock. MPC also offers a healthy 2.67% dividend yield, with the company reporting it would hold a 0.91% quarterly dividend, which should satisfy income-minded shareholders.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Schlumberger Ltd.</h2>



Schlumberger Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>), a Houston-based energy technology company, has seen its shares fall by 10% year-to-date, but there&#8217;s a lot to like about the stock. Eight of nine analysts surveyed by Benzinga are either &#8220;bullish&#8221; or &#8220;somewhat bullish&#8221; on the stock, with a consensus target price of $50.4 per share. In a recent statement, SLB said it would boost shareholder returns to $4 billion in 2025. SLB stock currently clocks in with a robust 3.31% dividend yield.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kinder Morgan</h2>



Natural gas has been an energy industry stalwart, which is a big reason why the sector generated an 11.08% annualized return over three years and a 31.58% annualized return over the five years ending March 31, 2025, according to a recent<a href="https://www.usbank.com/investing/financial-perspectives/market-news/energy-sector-performance.html"> US Bank research note</a>.



&#8220;Rising natural gas prices are the biggest driver of energy sector performance,&#8221; says Rob Haworth, senior investment strategy director with U.S. Bank Asset Management Group. &#8220;Natural gas companies comprise about 30% of the sector&#8217;s S&amp;P 500 index. In early 2025, natural gas prices are significantly higher than they were at the end of 2024. &#8220;Demand for liquid natural gas (LNG), particularly from European markets, plays a role in price increases,&#8221; says Haworth, noting that European countries are replacing supplies produced in Russia before Russia invaded Ukraine.



Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) fits the bill as a solid natural gas play. The energy company controls 40% of the natural gas transported in the U.S., and it stores and ships about 15% of all US natural gas. The stock is holding steady in 2025 and has returned 43% over the past year. Toss in a hefty 4.30% dividend, and KMI stands out as a stable force in an increasingly unstable energy economy.



<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Other Energy Plays To Consider</h1>



Market mavens are also looking at a handful of other energy stocks worth special attention.



&#8220;On the natural gas front, Cheniere Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNG#NYSE">LNG</a>) remains a standout given its role in U.S. LNG exports and strong global demand,&#8221; said Fabio Ruggeri, founder &amp; CEO of MenthorQ, an AI-powered investment trading platform. &#8220;EOG Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOG#NYSE">EOG</a>) is a top-tier shale operator with disciplined capital management, while Pioneer Natural Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXD#NYSE">PXD</a>) offers solid Permian exposure and attractive shareholder return policies.&#8221;



Ruggeri likes the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) for a broader play. 



&#8220;The fund gives diversified exposure to large-cap energy names that could benefit from a cyclical rotation back into value and commodities,&#8221; he noted. &#8220;With geopolitical instability and policy tailwinds, fossil fuel stocks remain a tactical overweight for many macro investors.&#8221;



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On Monday, the U.S. and China agreed to a temporary reduction in most tariffs on each other&#8217;s goods, marking a considerable easing of trade tensions. As a result, major tech stocks caught in the trade war, such as Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), climbed more than 4% during the pre-market trading session.



What Happened: The world&#8217;s two largest economies have agreed to a 90-day suspension of &#8220;reciprocal&#8221; tariffs, reducing them from 125% to 10%.&nbsp;However, the U.S. will maintain its 20% tariffs on Chinese imports linked to fentanyl, keeping the overall tariff level on China at 30%, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/12/us-and-china-agree-to-slash-tariffs-for-90-days.html">reported </a>CNBC.



As per the joint statement, Beijing has also agreed to suspend or lift all non-tariff countermeasures imposed since April 2, including sanctions on certain U.S. companies and export restrictions on key minerals, <a href="https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3309975/china-us-reduce-majority-tariffs-after-first-round-trade-talks?module=top_story&amp;pgtype=homepage">as per</a> the South China Morning Post.



This development comes after intensive trade talks between U.S. and Chinese representatives in Switzerland, with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressing satisfaction with the discussions, stating, &#8220;We had very productive talks&nbsp;and I believe that the&nbsp;venue, here in Lake Geneva,&nbsp;added great equanimity to what&nbsp;was a very positive process.&#8221;



"Neither side wants a decoupling,&#8221; emphasized Bessent. 



Both countries have signaled their commitment to ongoing dialogue on economic and trade policy. Earlier in the day, the official handle of the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. stated, &#8220;high-level meeting on economic and trade affairs were in-depth, candid and constructive,&#8221; citing Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng.



SEE ALSO:&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.com/news/25/05/45314762/charlie-munger-was-once-asked-why-warren-buffett-was-so-much-richer-and-replied-he-got-an-earlier-start-before-adding-why-was-albert-einstein-poorer-than-i-was" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Charlie Munger Was Once Asked Why Warren Buffett Was So Much Richer — He Replied, &#8216;He Got An Earlier Start,&#8217; Then Added, &#8216;Why Was Albert Einstein Poorer Than I Was?&#8217; &#8211; Benzinga</a>



Why It Matters: The weekend talks in Geneva, Switzerland, marked the first formal negotiations between the two superpowers since U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs of 145% on China earlier this year. Trump had stated that he "might speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping" based on the outcome in Switzerland.



This agreement comes in the wake of renewed<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/05/45337811/trump-announces-total-reset-as-us-china-trade-talks-aim-to-end-tariff-war"> trade negotiations </a>between the two nations, as reported. The talks, described by U.S. officials and President Trump as a potential &#8220;reset,&#8221; aimed to reduce tariffs and reestablish more stable trade terms. 



Despite the diplomatic tone, deep-rooted differences remain, particularly around technology, subsidies, and market transparency. The outcome of these talks is critical not just for U.S.–China relations, but for global trade stability in the months ahead. 



Investors were encouraged by the news of the tariff relief. During the pre-market trading session, shares of Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) climbed above 4%, while Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Amazon Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) rose more than 6%. Meanwhile, Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) rose 3.5%.



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Apple, Amazon, Nvidia Rise In Monday Premarket As US, China Agree To 90-Day Tariff Truce: 'Neither Side Wants A Decoupling'

U.S. stock futures jumped on Monday after a muted day of trade on Friday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading over 2% in premarket.



U.S. and China announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45341884/apple-amazon-nvidia-rise-in-monday-premarket-as-us-china-agree-to-90-day-tariff-truce-neither-side-wants-a-decoupling">90-day truce</a> to pause the reciprocal tariffs on Monday and revised it from 125% to 10%.&nbsp;This comes after the White House and Chinese officials signaled significant <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/05/45337811/trump-announces-total-reset-as-us-china-trade-talks-aim-to-end-tariff-war">headway in trade negotiations</a> held in Geneva over the weekend.



The U.S. will maintain its 20% tariffs on Chinese imports linked to fentanyl, keeping the overall tariff level on China at 30%. "We had very productive talks and I believe that the venue, here in Lake Geneva, added great equanimity to what was a very positive process,&#8221; said the Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent after the talks.



The U.S.-China joint statement also indicated Beijing&#8217;s agreement to suspend or remove all non-tariff countermeasures implemented since April 2, including sanctions on specific U.S. firms and export limits on crucial minerals, according <a href="https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3309975/china-us-reduce-majority-tariffs-after-first-round-trade-talks?module=top_story&amp;pgtype=homepage">to</a> the South China Morning Post.



Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.44% and the two-year bond was at 3.98%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 92.1% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting. 



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Futures</td><td>Change (+/-)</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>2.12%</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>2.76%</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq 100</td><td>3.68%</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>3.16%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were slightly higher in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 2.74% to $579.80, while the QQQ advanced 3.81% to $506.54, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.



Cues From Last Session:



Energy, real estate, consumer discretionary, and materials sectors advanced on Friday. While health care, communication services, consumer staples, and information technology sectors declined.



On the company-specific front, EchoStar Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SATS#NASDAQ">SATS</a>) rose 1.43% on Friday after reporting quarterly sales of $3.87 billion, down 3.6% year-over-year, in line with the Street view.



Plains All American Pipeline LP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAA#NASDAQ">PAA</a>) fell nearly 3% after it reported first-quarter revenue of $12.011 billion, missing the consensus of $14.26 billion. Adjusted EPS was 39 cents, missing the consensus of 43 cents.



The Dow Jones index declined 119 points or 0.29% to 41,249.38, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index fell 0.071% to 5,659.91. Nasdaq Composite ended 0.004% higher at 17,928.92, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, dropped 0.16% to 2,023.07.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Index</td><td>Performance (+/-)</td><td>Value</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq Composite</td><td>0.004%</td><td>17,928.92</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>-0.071%</td><td>5,659.91</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>-0.29%</td><td>41,249.38</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>-0.16%</td><td>2,023.07</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Insights From Analysts:



After last week, 90% of the S&amp;P 500 companies have reported quarterly results, and the performance has been strong relative to expectations, said Brian Therien, the investment strategist at Edward Jones.



Seventy-eight percent have beaten analyst estimates, with an average upside surprise of 8.6%, he highlighted. Forecasts for first-quarter earnings growth of S&amp;P 500 companies have been revised higher to 13.2%, from 6.7% at the end of the quarter.



Performance has been broad, with eight of the 11 sectors forecast to report higher earnings year-over-year.



&#8220;Wider earnings growth should drive more balanced market performance across sectors, strengthening the case for portfolio diversification, in our view,&#8221; Therien added.



Charles Schwab said in a note that they are maintaining a neutral &#8220;marketperform&#8221; rating on all sectors, a shift it made in April after the White House announced broad-reaching tariffs on imports.



&#8220;Uncertainty about the ultimate level and timing of the tariffs has made it difficult to assert a view on which sectors might outperform or underperform the S&amp;P 500 index, so we are holding all sector ratings at Marketperform until we have more clarity on trade policy,&#8221; the note stated.



See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-trade-futures">How to Trade Futures </a>



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Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on this week:



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<li>On Monday, Fed Governor Adriana Kugler will speak at 10:20 a.m., and April&#8217;s monthly U.S. federal budget data will be released by 2:00 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Tuesday, April&#8217;s NFIB optimism index will be out by 6:00 a.m., whereas headline and core CPI data for April will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Wednesday, Fed Governor Christopher Waller will speak at 5:15 a.m., Fed Vice Chair Philip Jefferson will speak at 9:10 a.m., and San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly will speak at 5:40 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Thursday, the initial jobless claims data for the week ended May 10 will be out by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>April&#8217;s U.S. retail sales, core and headline producer price index, May&#8217;s Empire State manufacturing survey, and Philadelphia Fed manufacturing survey will also be announced at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>Fed Chairman Jerome Powell will speak at 8:40 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>April&#8217;s industrial production and capacity utilization will be out by 9:15 a.m. ET.</li>
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<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>March&#8217;s business inventories data and May&#8217;s home builder confidence index will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>Fed Governor Michael Barr will speak at 2:05 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Friday, April&#8217;s import price index, housing starts, and building permit data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The preliminary consumer sentiment for May will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Fox Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>) rose 0.52% in premarket on Monday as it is expected to report earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of 91 cents per share on the revenue of $4.18 billion.</li>
</ul>



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<li>NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRG#NYSE">NRG</a>) jumped 3.08% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of $1.49 per share on revenue of $7.83 billion. before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Southwest Gas Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWX#NYSE">SWX</a>) dropped 4.85% ahead of its earnings. Analysts expect earnings of $1.50 per share on revenue of $1.50 billion.</li>
</ul>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Davita Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVA#NYSE">DVA</a>) was up 2.94% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of $1.95 per share on revenue of $3.21 billion after the closing bell.</li>
</ul>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HE#NYSE">HE</a>) was 0.095% above the flatline after it reported first-quarter earnings of 23 cents per share, in line with market estimates. The company reported $744.07 million in sales during the quarter.</li>
</ul>



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<li>Rio Tinto PLC ADR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIO#NYSE">RIO</a>) was up 2.93% after it signed a definitive agreement for the Winu project joint venture with Sumitomo Metal Mining.</li>
</ul>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Pan American Silver Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAAS#NYSE">PAAS</a>) slumped 6.65% after announcing an agreement to acquire MAG Silver Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAG#NYSE">MAG</a>), which was up 6.62% in premarket.</li>
</ul>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) was up 7.18%, JD.Com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>) jumped 6.05%, Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIDU#NASDAQ">BIDU</a>) advanced 4.64%, whereas PDD Holdings Inc. ADR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) gained 8.24% along with other Chinese peers amid the ongoing U.S.-China talks on tariff reductions.</li>
</ul>



Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:



Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 2.85% to hover around $62.76 per barrel.



Gold Spot US Dollar fell 2.74% to hover around $3,233.54 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was higher by 1.10% at the 101.4460 level.



Asian markets ended higher on Monday as India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, South Korea's Kospi, China&#8217;s CSI 300, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index rose. European markets were also higher in early trade.



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US Stock Futures Rise As US, China Agree To 90-Day Tariff Pause: 'Wider Earnings Growth Should Drive More Balanced Market Performance,' Says Expert

On Sunday, President Donald Trump vowed to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44945973/trump-administration-considers-lowering-us-drug-prices-to-international-levels-report">slash prescription drug prices</a> through a sweeping executive order.



What Happened: Trump took to Truth Social and announced plans to sign a new executive order. Under what he called a "most favored nation" pricing policy, the President said the executive order will ensure that "the United States will pay the same price as the Nation that pays the lowest price anywhere in the World."



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="612" height="966" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/11221440/Screenshot-2025-05-12-at-11.14.22.png" alt="" class="wp-image-911175" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/11221440/Screenshot-2025-05-12-at-11.14.22.png 612w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/11221440/Screenshot-2025-05-12-at-11.14.22-190x300.png 190w" sizes="(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px" /></figure>



Screenshot From President Donald Trump&#8217;s Truth Social Account



He added that prescription drug prices would drop "almost immediately, by 30% to 80%," and called the move "one of the most consequential Executive Orders in our Country's history."



In response, a user on X, formerly Twitter, expressed skepticism, saying, "It would be nice if Trump&#8217;s super important post about drug prices was really achievable. I think all Democrats would agree&#8230; But like most things Trump brags about, they are pie-in-the-sky promises that can&#8217;t and won&#8217;t actually materialize."



See Also: &nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.com/news/25/04/44935195/elizabeth-warren-says-if-trump-illegally-fires-fed-chair-powell-hell-crash-our-markets-cause-more-economic-p" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elizabeth Warren Says, ‘If Trump Illegally Fires Fed Chair Powell, He'll Crash Our Markets, Cause More Economic Pain To American Families'</a>



That's where <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44866755/mark-cuban-says-this-trump-healthcare-order-could-save-hundreds-of-billions">billionaire entrepreneur</a> and Cost Plus Drugs founder Mark Cuban stepped in. Cuban acknowledged the ambition of Trump's plan but highlighted a more attainable path forward.



"I don't know if he can force the price, but he can force transparency, and that will help," Cuban wrote.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">I dont know if he can force the price , but he can force transparency , and that will help. He did it w hospitals Force transparency of contracts, pricing , rebates , claims and a lot could change Biggest thing he could do is encourage brand pharma to sell to cost plus drugs… <a href="https://t.co/vkz3Q2IFkn">https://t.co/vkz3Q2IFkn</a>&mdash; Mark Cuban (@mcuban) <a href="https://twitter.com/mcuban/status/1921710702743417149?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 11, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Why It's Important: Last month, Trump issued a <a href="https://benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44851905/trumps-new-order-targets-drug-pricing-transparency-and-medicare-cost-reduction">multi-part executive order</a> targeting drug pricing transparency and Medicare cost reduction.



Earlier this month, he signed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45232993/trump-orders-fda-to-fast-track-us-drug-production-as-tariff-threat-looms-on-imported-medicines-cites">another executive order directing</a> the Food and Drug Administration to expedite approvals for domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.



The Invesco Pharmaceuticals ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PJP#NYSE">PJP</a>) and iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IHE#NYSE">IHE</a>) rose 2.61% and 2.81%, respectively, over the past month.



Price Action: In after-hours trading, Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) was up 0.20%, while Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>) increased by 0.32% and 0.13%, respectively. Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) also saw a modest gain of 0.12%, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.



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Leading cryptocurrencies held on to gains Sunday as the U.S. announced a trade deal with China.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Gains +/-</td><td>Price (Recorded at 8:30 p.m. ET)</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>+0.65%</td><td>$105,015.33</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>+0.33%</td><td>$2,536.90</td></tr><tr><td>Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>-4.10%</td><td>$0.2364</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



What Happened: Bitcoin tapped $105,000 for the first time since the last week of January, while Ethereum consolidated between the mid-$2,400s and the early $2,500s.



Ethereum's market dominance topped 9%, while Bitcoin's market share narrowed to 62%.



Over $333 million was liquidated from the cryptocurrency market in the last 24 hours, with bullish leveraged bets accounting for $216 million.



Nearly $720 million in Bitcoin shorts risked liquidation if the apex cryptocurrency reclaimed its all-time high of $109,000.



Bitcoin's Open Interest rose 1.81% in the last 24 hours, although over 60% of Binance traders with an open BTC position were positioned short.



The market remained "Greedy" according to the Crypto Fear and Greed Index, implying a potential surge in buying pressure.



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Gains +/-</td><td>Price (Recorded at 8:30 p.m. ET)</td></tr><tr><td>Pi (PI)</td><td>+49.64%</td><td>$1.15</td></tr><tr><td>Four (FORM)</td><td>+8.61%</td><td>$2.59</td></tr><tr><td>Kaspa (KAS)</td><td>+6.89%</td><td>$0.1184</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.34 trillion, following a 0.60% dip in the last 24 hours.



Stock futures spiked Sunday overnight. The Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures rose 436 points, or 1.06%, as of 8:36 p.m. EDT.&nbsp; Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 lifted 1.34%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures gained 1.76%.



The rally came after President Donald Trump said <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/05/45337811/trump-announces-total-reset-as-us-china-trade-talks-aim-to-end-tariff-war">"great progress" was made</a> during the high-level trade talks between the U.S. and China in Geneva and signaled a "total reset."&nbsp;



Infact, the White House announced progress on the trade deal in a post on X.



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This week, investors will await the consumer price index reading for April, allowing them to gauge the impact of trade tensions on the economy and inflation.



Stocks also climbed on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 254.48 points, or 0.62%, to end at 41,368.45. The S&amp;P 500 lifted 0.58% to close at 5,663.94, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 1.07% to finish at 17,928.14.



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Analyst Notes: Cryptocurrency analyst and trader Rekt Capital identified $104,500 as a significant level for Bitcoin, with a weekly close above it paving the way for a &#8220;price discovery uptrend.&#8221;



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Another widely followed trader, Roman, said Ethereum's weekly growth chart painted a "solid recovery."&nbsp;



"I'd like to see a bit more continuation before a pullback. Will consider opening up alt spot positions once again if this occurs," Roman added.



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Bitcoin Taps $105,000, Ethereum Steady, Dogecoin Falls As US Announces China Trade Deal: Analyst Says BTC In For A 'Price Discovery Uptrend' If It Secures A Weekly Close Above This Level

U.S. stock futures rose Sunday evening after weekend trade talks in Geneva signaled potential de-escalation in the ongoing trade war with China.



The S&amp;P 500 Futures are up 1.35%, trading at 5,754.50, Nasdaq Futures are trading at 20,515.25, up 1.88%, and finally Dow Jones Futures are up 1.01%, trading at 41,740.



On the other side of the Pacific, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 index opened higher, and is trading at 37,611.66, up 0.29% at the time of writing this, led by real estate, tech exports, and semiconductor stocks, as fresh optimism on trade talks helped spur sentiments.



The White House announced progress on the deal in a post on X on Sunday. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hailed the &#8220;substantial progress&#8221; made between the two countries in what he called &#8220;very important trade talks.&#8221;



U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer pointed out the quickness with which U.S. and China &#8220;were able to come to agreement.&#8221; He expressed confidence that the deal that was struck would help the U.S. with the &#8220;national emergency&#8221; that was the massive $1.2 trillion trade deficit.



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The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) continued its rally on Sunday evening, up 0.26%, trading at 100.67, following hopes of trade deals and the Fed&#8217;s decision last week to keep <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45314594/asia-markets-mixed-eurozone-gains-oil-rises-on-trade-deal-hopes-global-markets-today-while-us-slept">interest rates steady</a>.



On Sunday, the Chinese delegation also announced that both sides had reached an &#8220;important consensus&#8221; during the ongoing trade talks in Geneva. While neither side has released any details yet, Chinese Vice Commerce Minister Li Chenggang was quoted as saying that the outcome would be &#8220;good news for the world,&#8221; according to a report by Reuters.



According to Bessent and Greer, the details of this &#8220;substantial progress&#8221; will be announced on Monday.



Investors on Monday will also be closely watching the earnings of NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRG#NYSE">NRG</a>), Monday.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>), and DaVita Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVA#NYSE">DVA</a>). Fed Governor Adriana Kugler&#8217;s speech early in the day, alongside the monthly U.S. Federal Budget, will be monitored. 



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At the Daily Journal Annual Meeting in 2019, 95-year-old Charlie Munger, then the vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, was asked why his longtime associate, Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Warren Buffett, was "so much richer" than him. Munger's response, delivered in his characteristic tongue-in-cheek style, is one to remember.



What Happened: Towards the end of the two-hour-long meeting, an audience member asked Munger, "In spite of being partners for so long, why is Warren so much richer than you?" With a faint smile, Munger replied: "Well, he got an earlier start," before adding, "he was probably a little smarter," and "worked harder." Munger dismissed the idea of any complex analysis, saying, "There's not a lot of reasons."



Taking a pause, Munger joked, "Why was Albert Einstein poorer than I was?" suggesting that raw intellect alone does not always lead to extraordinary financial achievements.



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For him, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44146342/charlie-munger-said-he-was-passionate-about-getting-rich-but-not-because-i-wanted-ferraris-i-wanted-the-independence">wealth was a path to personal freedom</a>: "I had a considerable passion to get rich… I wanted the independence. I desperately wanted it," he said. When they first met, Buffett's approach was buying undervalued stocks regardless of quality. Munger's influence led him to shift his strategy to buying great businesses at fair prices.



At the time of his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/11/35989969/charlie-munger-buffetts-trusted-partner-dies-at-99">death in 2023</a>, Munger's net worth stood at $2.2 billion according <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/charles-munger/">to</a> Forbes. Last month, reports indicated that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44778463/warren-buffetts-wealth-grows-even-amid-tariff-war-and-global-market-turmoil">Buffett's net worth</a> has grown by $11.5 billion since the beginning of this year, reaching $154 billion.



Despite the vast difference in their fortunes, Munger and Buffett's partnership is the stuff of legend in the world of business. Together, they molded Berkshire into a mammoth holding company with a market capitalization of $1.11 trillion.



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The past weekend was a rollercoaster ride for the financial world. From China&#8217;s potential strategy to bypass trade talks with the U.S., to Warren Buffett&#8216;s disappointment over the depreciating U.S. dollar, and the bold economic predictions by Cathie Wood, there was no shortage of intriguing developments. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories.



China&#8217;s Potential Trade Strategy: Economist Craig Shapiro, the macro strategist at Bear Traps Report, suggests that China might employ &#8220;geopolitical game theory&#8221; to avoid trade talks with the U.S. By selling its U.S. stocks and bonds, China could potentially force the U.S. to retract tariffs without any negotiations. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45254558/china-could-sell-its-us-holdings-without-having-to-give-in-says-expert-risk-asset-prices-are-trumps-achilles-heel">Read the full article here.</a>



Buffett&#8217;s Dollar Disappointment: During the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting, Buffett expressed his concern over the depreciating U.S. dollar. He stated that no one would want to hold assets in a currency that was falling in value, indicating his worry about the future of the U.S. currency. 



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Trade War Impact: Despite ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, experts anticipate minimal impact on future economic growth and corporate earnings. This consensus comes after the U.S. and China agreed to hold high-level trade talks in Switzerland. 



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Cathie Wood&#8217;s Economic Prediction: Cathie Wood, the CEO and CIO of ARK Investment Management, predicts an end to the prolonged &#8220;rolling recession&#8221; that has gripped the U.S. economy for the past three years. She anticipates a productivity-led economic boom and a healthy, broader-based bull market.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/futures/25/05/45220427/cathie-wood-bucks-consensus-predicts-economic-boom-and-broad-bull-market-the-opportunity-is-now">Read the full article here.</a>



Peter Schiff&#8217;s Take on Trump&#8217;s Tariff: Economist Peter Schiff criticized President Donald Trump&#8216;s proposed 100% tariff on foreign-produced movies, suggesting that Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) subscribers would ultimately bear the cost. 



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<li>The Trade Desk, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTD#NASDAQ">TTD</a>) stock jumped 31.34% after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45321575" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>



<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) shares escalated 27.29% following strong <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45321220" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter earnings results</a>.</li>



<li>Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PODD#NASDAQ">PODD</a>) stock rose 20.88% after the company reported better-than-expected financial results and raised its FY25 sales guidance above estimates. Also, the company issued<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45321429" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Q2 sales guidance above estimates</a>.</li>



<li>Ubiquiti Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UI#NYSE">UI</a>) shares increased 20.64% after the company reported better-<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45313954" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">than-expected financial results</a>.</li>



<li>FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTAI#NASDAQ">FTAI</a>) shares increased 19.10%. Stifel analyst Frank Galanti upgraded the company from Hold to Buy and maintained the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ftai/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast at $123</a>.</li>



<li>UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULS#NYSE">ULS</a>) stock was up 17.24% after Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/uls/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $65 to $77</a>.</li>



<li>Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROK#NYSE">ROK</a>) stock grew 16.22% after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45251607" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">second-quarter results</a>. Analysts boosted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/rok/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the company&#8217;s price forecast</a>.</li>



<li>Microchip Technology Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHP#NASDAQ">MCHP</a>) shares rose 15.49% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45316027" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported fourth-quarter results</a>. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/mchp/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>



<li>Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) stock jumped 14.54% after better-than-expected second-quarter financial results and the announcement of a new international <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45263841" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">theme park project in Abu Dhabi</a>. Analysts raised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45293256" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the stock&#8217;s price forecast</a>.</li>



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The Trade Desk, Walt Disney, And Hims & Hers Health Are Among Top 11 Large-Cap Gainers Last Week (May 5-May 9): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Global markets digested a week packed with trade breakthroughs, monetary policy signals, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/digital-assets">and digital asset milestones</a>.



Wall Street remains cautiously optimistic as the Trump administration intensifies efforts to strike favorable trade deals. Hopes were buoyed by a high-level summit between U.S. and Chinese officials in Switzerland over the upcoming weekend. Investors view the meeting as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45294428/wall-street-rallies-after-us-seals-first-trade-deal-you-better-go-out-and-buy-stock-trump-says">step toward de-escalation.</a>



Meanwhile, the Trump administration unveiled a trade agreement with the U.K. A 10% baseline tariff remains, but the U.S. intends to cut duties on U.K. car imports <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/05/45293839/trump-starmer-strike-us-uk-trade-deal-steel-cars-beef">from 25% to 15%.</a> 



In return, the U.K. reduced tariffs on U.S. vehicles and slashed agricultural duties, bringing levies on American beef and other key exports near zero. In addition, British Airways placed a $13 billion order for Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) aircraft.



On the macro front, the Federal Reserve held its policy rate steady at 4.25%-4.50% for a third consecutive meeting, underscoring concerns over lingering inflationary pressures and labor market damage <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45263291/fed-keeps-rates-steady-warns-of-rising-uncertainty-about-the-economic-outlook">amid trade-related risks.</a>



Fed Chair Jerome Powell struck a cautious tone and resisted expectations of imminent rate cuts, reiterating that monetary policy <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45266366/powell-flags-sharp-tariff-shock-elevated-uncertainty-fed-sticks-to-wait-and-see-mode">will remain data-dependent.</a> Powell dismissed recession fears, attributing the weakness in first-quarter economic data to distortions in trade flows.



Still, a growing number of economists now warn that stagflation—a toxic mix of high inflation and stagnant growth—could be around the corner, straining the Fed's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45269703/stagflation-emerges-as-key-economic-risk-to-federal-reserve-policy-economists-warn">dual mandate.</a>



Market pricing for rate cuts has shifted accordingly. As of now, futures imply just a 20% probability of a 25-basis-point cut in June.



In equities, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) reached the top of the mega-cap leaderboard. This follows robust earnings and a new theme <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45276805/disneys-30-billion-theme-park-bet-pays-off-as-bob-iger-touts-all-time-high-returns-stock-rallies-10-after-q2-earnings">park announcement for Abu Dhabi.</a>



Eli Lilly &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) extended last week's decline following disappointing guidance, weighing heavily on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/45261458/is-eli-lilly-a-buy-after-weak-earnings-and-cvs-novo-partnership">the broader healthcare sector.</a>



Cryptocurrencies staged a dramatic comeback. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) breached the $100,000 threshold. The top digital asset hit levels last seen in February as optimism around trade <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45295626/bitcoin-breaks-100000-ethereum-xrp-dogecoin-roar-10-higher-what-do-experts-predict-next">diplomacy lifted risk sentiment</a>.



The rally was broad-based, with Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) jumping over 25% on the week following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45314930/ethereum-explodes-higher-largest-gain-in-four-years">a major network upgrade.</a>



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Fed Stays Put, Trump Touts UK Trade Deal, Bitcoin Booms Past $100K, Stagflation Fears Rise: This Week In Markets

The past week has been a whirlwind of political and business news. From President Donald Trump&#8216;s personal calls to CEOs to an attempted assassination of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, there&#8217;s a lot to unpack. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories of the week.



Trump&#8217;s Direct Line to CEOs



President Donald Trump has taken a hands-on approach to dealing with CEOs who make business decisions he disagrees with. A recent example was his call to Amazon&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) founder, Jeff Bezos, regarding planned tariff disclosures on the e-commerce giant&#8217;s site. Trump recounted the call during an interview on NBC&#8217;s &#8220;Meet the Press,&#8221; where he shared that Bezos immediately dropped the idea after their conversation. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/05/45193684/donaldtrump-vows-to-call-up-ceos-who-make-business-moves-that-displease-him-explains-why-he-phoned-jeffb">Read the full article here.</a>



Attempted Assassination of Scott Bessent



A Massachusetts man, Ryan English, has been arrested and charged with the attempted assassination of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. English was apprehended on Capitol grounds, armed with two Molotov cocktails and a knife. The Department of Justice revealed that English had originally planned to target Mike Johnson and Pete Hegseth. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45306673/scott-bessent-attempted-assassination-charged-massachusetts-man-originally-planned-to-target-mike-johnson-and-pet">Read the full article here.</a>



See Also: <a href="https://benzinga.com/news/25/03/44211508/mark-cuban-once-questioned-whether-donald-trump-is-really-a-billionaire" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mark Cuban Once Questioned Whether Donald Trump Is Really a Billionaire, Here's What He Said &#8211; Benzinga</a>



Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene&#8217;s Frustration



Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has expressed her dissatisfaction with the current direction of U.S. foreign and domestic policies. In a post on X, she voiced concerns about the U.S.&#8217;s potential involvement in a war with Iran and the recent U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal. She also criticized the Trump administration for becoming disconnected from its base. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45188098/rep-marjorie-taylor-greene-frustrated-and-upset-with-the-trump-administration-questions-us-foreign-policy-yo">Read the full article here.</a>



JD Vance Criticizes Jerome Powell



Vice President JD Vance has openly criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his handling of economic issues. During an interview with Fox News, Vance echoed President Trump&#8217;s criticisms, labeling Powell as a "nice guy" but wrong about almost everything, particularly concerning inflation and trade agreements. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45307792/jd-vance-says-trump-is-right-about-jerome-powell-the-fed-chair-a-nice-guy-but-wrong-about-almost-everything">Read the full article here.</a>



GOP Warns Against Staff Cuts at Social Security



House Republicans have warned newly confirmed Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano against further staff reductions. In a letter led by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY), the GOP emphasized that while government efficiency is important, it should not come at the expense of Americans who depend on Social Security benefits. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45281537/gop-warns-trump-appointed-social-security-chief-frank-bisignano-against-further-staff-cuts-citing-risks-to-s">Read the full article here.</a>



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Marjorie Taylor Greene 'Frustrated And Upset' With Team Trump, Attempted Assassination Of Scott Bessent, JD Vance Slams Jerome Powell And More: Top Political Updates

These large-cap stocks were the worst performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?



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<li>argenx SE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARGX#NASDAQ">ARGX</a>) shares tumbled 15.40% after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45275849" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">company reported first-quarter results</a>.</li>



<li>Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>) shares dipped 15.20% after it reported lower-than-expected first-quarter 2025 earnings, and analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45236530" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecasts</a>.</li>



<li>Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMMT#NASDAQ">SMMT</a>) stock fell 14.12%.</li>



<li>MakeMyTrip Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMYT#NASDAQ">MMYT</a>) shares dived 12.96%.</li>



<li>Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>) shares fell 12.85%. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its intent to expand the use of unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce foods, essential medicines, and other medical products intended <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45234032" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">for American consumers and patients</a>.</li>



<li>Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>) shares dived 11.97% after reporting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45299460" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter results</a>, but issuing a weaker-than-expected Q2 sales outlook.</li>



<li>BioNTech SE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNTX#NASDAQ">BNTX</a>) stock was down 11.60% after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45205736" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">company reported quarterly results</a>. Analysts revised the price <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bntx/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">forecast on the stock</a>.</li>



<li>Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) stock declined 11.33% after the company reported third-quarter results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45322588" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>



<li>FNF Group of Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNF#NYSE">FNF</a>) stock declined 10.98% after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45266700" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported first-quarter results</a>.</li>



<li>Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) stock fell 10.81% last week in reaction to an executive order from the Trump administration to boost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45233995" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">domestic drug manufacturing</a>.</li>



<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) stock declined 10.57% after the company reported its<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45300096" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> first-quarter financial results</a>. Analysts revised the stock&#8217;s price forecast.</li>



<li>DoorDash, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>) shares decreased 10.52% after announcing downbeat first-quarter sales, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45264549" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
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Eli Lilly, Affirm And Regeneron Are Among Top 12 Large-Cap Losers Last Week (May 5-May 9): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.



U.S. markets experienced a notable upswing this week, driven by President Donald Trump's announcement of a trade agreement with the United Kingdom. The deal includes reductions in tariffs on UK automobiles, steel, and aluminum, and grants the UK access to the U.S. beef market. This development spurred optimism for potential future trade agreements and contributed to a rally in equities, with the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq posting gains. Additionally, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) surpassed the $100,000 mark, reflecting increased investor confidence and a shift toward riskier assets.



Despite the positive market response, concerns about the broader economic outlook persist. The Federal Reserve opted to maintain current interest rates, citing uncertainties related to the new tariff policies and their potential impact on inflation and employment. Analysts warn of the risk of stagflation — a combination of stagnant economic growth and high inflation—especially as the effects of the tariffs become more pronounced.



Looking ahead, high-level trade discussions between U.S. and Chinese officials are scheduled, aiming to address ongoing tensions and possibly adjust existing tariffs. Investors are closely monitoring these developments, as outcomes could significantly influence market dynamics and economic forecasts in the coming months.



Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.







The Bulls



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45259042/ibm-thinks-big-ai-delivers-bigger-why-bulls-are-charging-toward-300">"IBM Thinks Big, AI Delivers Bigger – Why Bulls Are Charging Toward $300"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) shares have climbed 48% over the past year and 13% year-to-date, driven by strong technical indicators and a bullish AI strategy, prompting Wedbush analyst Dan Ives to reiterate an Outperform rating with a $300 price target.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45295534/novavax-reports-q1-profit-as-revenue-surges-to-over-600-million-and-lower-costs-raises-2025-forecasts">"Novavax reports Q1 profit as revenue surges to over $600 million and lower costs, raises 2025 forecasts"</a>, by Vandana Singh, reports that Novavax Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) posted a Q1 profit of $2.93 per share on $667 million in revenue — driven by $603 million from terminated advance purchase agreements — while raising its 2025 revenue forecast to $975 million-$1.025 billion and noting ongoing discussions with the FDA for full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45297555/hims-hers-stocks-100-surge-is-squeezing-shorts-and-it-might-just-be-getting-started">"Hims &amp; Hers stock's 100% surge is squeezing shorts—and it might just be getting started"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) shares have doubled over the past month, fueled by strong Q1 earnings, a partnership with Novo Nordisk to offer Wegovy, and a high short interest of 33% of float, suggesting a classic short squeeze may be underway.



For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45298562/chipmakers-enter-bullish-seasonal-window-5-stocks-that-could-outperform">Chipmakers Enter Bullish Seasonal Window: 5 Stocks That Could Outperform</a>



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45291509/nvidia-broadcom-amd-surge-as-trump-reshapes-ai-chip-export-rules-to-ease-market-pressure">Nvidia, Broadcom, AMD Gain As Trump Reshapes AI Chip Export Rules To Ease Market Pressure</a>



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45268589/sunrun-stock-rallies-after-strong-q1-report-details">Sunrun Stock Rallies After Strong Q1 Report: Details</a>







The Bears



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45268429/arm-holdings-stock-plunges-after-q4-results-heres-why">"Arm Holdings Stock Plunges After Q4 Results: Here's Why"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) shares fell nearly 9% after the company beat Q4 expectations with $1.24 billion in revenue and $0.55 EPS but issued weaker-than-expected guidance for fiscal 2026, citing uncertainty in licensing deals and global trade tensions.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45272331/super-micro-slides-as-ai-server-delays-nvidia-supply-limits-weigh-on-analyst-ratings">"Super Micro slides as AI server delays, Nvidia supply limits weigh on analyst ratings"</a>, by Anusuya Lahiri, reports that Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares fell 5% after the company missed Q3 revenue and EPS expectations and issued a cautious Q4 outlook, attributing delays to customers awaiting NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) Blackwell GPUs and facing supply constraints, leading analysts to lower forecasts amid concerns over AI server demand and margin pressures.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45261806/sarepta-therapeutics-stock-sinks-on-gloomy-forecast-analysts-cut-price-forecasts">"Sarepta Therapeutics stock sinks on gloomy forecast, analysts cut price forecasts"</a>, by Vandana Singh, reports that Sarepta Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRPT#NASDAQ">SRPT</a>) shares fell after the company posted a deeper-than-expected Q1 loss and cut its 2025 forecast due to Elevidys rollout delays, despite beating revenue estimates.



For more bearish takes, be sure to see these posts:



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45239188/arista-networks-shares-fall-after-mixed-q1-results-eps-beat-revenues-miss-q2-guidance-below-estimates">Arista Networks Shares Fall After Mixed Q1 Results: EPS Beat, Revenues Miss, Q2 Guidance Below Estimates</a>



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45270996/cleveland-cliffs-stock-falls-on-q1-earnings-miss-steelmaker-idles-6-facilities-taking-decisive-action-to-streamline-our-operations">Cleveland-Cliffs Stock Falls On Q1 Earnings Miss, Steelmaker Idles 6 Facilities: ‘Taking Decisive Action To Streamline Our Operations'</a>



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45302422/coinbase-q1-earnings-highlights-revenue-eps-miss-2025">Coinbase Slips On Q1 Miss, Highlights SEC ‘Win' And Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Executive Order</a>







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Benzinga Bulls And Bears: IBM, Novavax, Arm Holdings — And UK Trade Deal Boosts Markets

Each week,&nbsp;Benzinga's Stock Whisper Index&nbsp;uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.



Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.



Read Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/05/45171636/exclusive-aprils-20-most-searched-tickers-on-benzinga-pro-where-do-tesla-apple-palantir-nvidia-stocks-rank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EXCLUSIVE: April's 20 Most-Searched Tickers On Benzinga Pro — Where Do Tesla, Apple, Palantir, Nvidia Stocks Rank?</a>



Here&#8217;s a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week ending May 9:



Mastercard Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>): The payment processing and credit card company saw strong interest from Benzinga readers during the week, which comes after the company reported<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45142357/mastercard-raises-guidance-for-fy25-after-upbeat-q1-results-and-surge-in-global-card-issuance"> first-quarter financial results.</a> Mastercard reported quarterly revenue of $7.25 billion and earnings per share of $3.73. Both figures beat Street estimates, continuing a streak of both figures beating estimates for more than 10 straight quarters. Among the highlights in the quarter was cross-border volume that was up 15% year-over-year. The company announced a partnership with Corpay in the quarter that will further help with cross-border payment solutions. JPMorgan analyst Tien-tsin Huang<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/price-target/25/05/45175986/mastercards-cross-border-surge-and-pricing-actions-drive-analyst-optimism"> reiterated an Overweight rating </a>on the stock after earnings. The analyst said the company showed stability despite headwinds.



The stock was up around 2% during the week as seen on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0509">Benzinga Pro chart </a>below with the stock up 25% over the last year.



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Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>): The retailer saw increased interest from readers during the week, which comes with April comparable monthly sales reported and as the company prepares for third-quarter financial results. The company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/price-target/25/05/45298451/jpmorgan-sees-more-upside-for-costco-as-us-sales-e-commerce-outperform">April monthly sales</a> of $21.2 billion, up 7% year-over-year. Comparable store sales were up 5.2% year-over-year in U.S. locations during the month, while overall same store sales increased 4.4% year-over-year. Analysts expect the company to post third-quarter revenue of $63.0 billion, up from $58.5 billion. The company has missed revenue estimates in six of the last 10 quarters. Increased attention to the stock could indicate more optimism for the next report with macro concerns and tariffs leading to an increase in bulk shopping during recent months.



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Vimeo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VMEO#NASDAQ">VMEO</a>): The video software company saw increased interest from readers during the week, as shares declined after first-quarter results. The company beat analyst estimates for both revenue and earnings per share in the quarter. Vimeo has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in nine of the last 10 quarters and for revenue in more than 10 straight quarters. In the earnings <a href="https://investors.vimeo.com/static-files/a5ef9d3e-4831-4360-90b3-102c2254419b">report</a>, the company highlighted price increases and strength of self-serve bookings. Vimeo Enterprise also was highlighted with revenue up 32% year-over-year. The company also said it was investing for growth and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44647916/vimeo-launches-creator-focused-streaming-platform-with-ai-monetization-tools">highlighted new AI tools</a> and the new Vimeo Streaming product.



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Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGI#NYSE">AGI</a>): Alamos Gold reappears on the Stock Whisper Index for a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/04/44883576/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-61">second straight month</a> with gold stocks continuing to see strong interest from readers. The company reported first-quarter financial results on April 30 with revenue and earnings per share missing analyst estimates. The company has beaten estimates in these figures in eight and seven of the last 10 quarters respectively. Alamos <a href="https://www.alamosgold.com/news-and-events/default.aspx#news--widget">produced </a>125,000 ounces of gold in the quarter, which was at the low end of company guidance. The company said it continues to work towards stronger production with an aim of a run rate of one million ounces per year in the coming years.



"Nearly all of this growth is in Canada, it's all lower cost, and it's all fully funded providing one of the strongest outlooks in our sector," Alamos Gold CEO John McCluskey said after the quarterly results when talking of future growth.



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Accenture Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACN#NYSE">ACN</a>): The IT services company saw strong interest from readers during the week on the heels of two acquisition announcements. On May 6, the company announced it was <a href="https://newsroom.accenture.com/news/2025/accenture-acquires-ascendient-learning-to-expand-learning-and-certification-capabilities-with-instructor-led-training-and-industry-recognized-credentials">acquiring </a>Ascendient Learning to expand its learning and certification capabilities. The company said the acquisition expands the number of certification offerings, enhances instructor-led training and adds upskilling programs. On May 8, the company announced the <a href="https://newsroom.accenture.com/news/2025/accenture-to-acquire-yumemi-to-accelerate-the-launch-of-innovative-and-influential-digital-products">acquisition </a>of Japanese digital services company Yumemi. The company said the acquisition will enhance capabilities to design and launch products for clients. Yumemi has designed digital products for more than 600 companies since its founding in 2000. Accenture is expected to report third-quarter financial results in June. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in nine of the last 10 quarters and beaten revenue estimates in seven of the last 10 quarters.



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As the weekend wraps up, we reflect on a week filled with intriguing developments in the tech and finance world. From the potential disruption of search engine giants to the call for artificial intelligence education by leading CEOs, the week was anything but dull. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories that made headlines.



1. AI Threatens to Disrupt Search Giants



The week kicked off with news of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) and Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) stocks taking a hit. This came after reports that Apple is considering alternatives to its profitable search partnership with Google. The twist in the tale? The potential disruptor is none other than artificial intelligence. Apple&#8217;s Senior Vice President of Services, Eddy Cue, revealed during a U.S. antitrust trial that the company is actively exploring the integration of an AI-powered search engine into Safari. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45277969/ai-is-eating-search-google-rival-perplexity-ceo-arvind-srinivas-says-as-dan-nile-predicts-agents-to-take-future-share-amid-alphabet-apple-stock-fall">Read the full article here.</a>



2. CEOs Advocate for AI Education



In a remarkable show of unity, over 250 CEOs from Fortune 500 companies, including Satya Nadella, Michael Dell, Lisa Su, and Alex Karp, have urged state education leaders and policymakers to prioritize AI and computer science education for all K-12 students. This call to action was part of Unlock8, a national campaign led by Code.org and CSforALL. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45284261/satya-nadella-michael-dell-lisa-su-alex-karp-among-250-ceos-demanding-ai-education-for-all-k-12-students-in-open-letter-the-united-states-is-falling-behind">Read the full article here.</a>



See Also: <a href="https://benzinga.com/tech/25/05/45316899/tesla-fired-this-employee-for-creating-website-that-criticized-the-billionaire-elon-musk-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tesla Fired Employee Who Created Website Criticizing Billionaire Elon Musk: Report</a>



3. Palantir Stock Takes a Hit



Despite reporting better-than-expected earnings, Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) saw its stock tumble by 9.25% in after-hours trading. Analysts remain divided on the future of Palantir, with some remaining bullish while others express concerns about a lack of institutional interest. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45213810/palantir-stock-drops-925-after-earnings-beat-dan-ives-stays-bullish-but-jefferies-brent-thill-says-institutions-still-arent-interested">Read the full article here.</a>



4. SMCI Forecasts Strong Q4 Revenue



Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) issued a strong fourth-quarter revenue outlook, despite third-quarter revenue falling short of initial forecasts. The company expects a surge in demand for AI infrastructure solutions, particularly those powered by Nvidia Corp.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) Blackwell GPUs. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45245696/smci-issues-strong-q4-revenue-outlook-expects-nvidias-blackwell-to-fuel-growth">Read the full article here.</a>



5. AMD&#8217;s Market Position Strongest Ever, Says Analyst



Nvidia rival Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) reported better-than-expected quarterly results, with CEO Lisa Su calling it an &#8220;outstanding start to 2025.&#8221; Analysts have highlighted AMD&#8217;s market share gains as one of the strongest in the computing markets, recommending the stock&#8217;s near-term price weakness as a buying opportunity.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45264199/amd-market-position-is-the-best-in-the-companys-history-says-analyst">Read the full article here.</a>



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The week was a whirlwind for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) with a series of major announcements and controversies. From Steve Jobs&#8216; resurfaced interview about the importance of hiring top-notch software engineers, to changes in iPhone release strategy, and a privacy lawsuit settlement, the tech giant was in the headlines throughout the week. Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.



Steve Jobs on the Importance of Hiring A-Players



In a 1995 interview that recently resurfaced, the late Jobs, then chief of NeXT Computer, emphasized the significance of hiring only the best software engineers. Jobs stated that the difference between good and great software engineers is a staggering 50-to-1. He admitted that letting go of non-performers was a painful but necessary process. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/05/45190886/steve-jobs-warned-the-difference-between-good-and-great-software-engineers-is-50to1-admitted-firi">Read the full article here.</a>



Major Overhaul in iPhone Launch Strategy



Apple is reportedly planning a significant shift in its iPhone release strategy starting with the iPhone 18 series in 2026. According to unnamed supply chain sources, high-end models like the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be released in the fall, followed by more affordable models in the spring of 2027. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/05/45187563/apple-plans-major-iphone-launch-overhaul-with-biannual-release-schedule-starting-2026-report">Read the full article here.</a>



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Apple&#8217;s $95 Million Privacy Lawsuit Settlement



Apple users who believe Siri may have secretly recorded private conversations now have a chance to get compensated. Eligible consumers have started receiving emails titled &#8220;Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement,&#8221; informing them that they may be entitled to part of the settlement. 



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45188438/think-siri-spied-on-you-iphone-users-are-being-invited-to-claim-share-of-apples-95-million-privacy-lawsuit-settlement">Read the full article here.</a>



Apple&#8217;s Work Culture vs Google&#8217;s Perks



Tony Fadell, the inventor of the iPod, compared Apple&#8217;s hard-edged work culture with Google&#8217;s plush perks. He stated that at Apple, you couldn&#8217;t hide, and everyone was critical, whereas Google&#8217;s perks could smother urgency and innovation. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45276193/ipod-creator-tony-fadell-says-apples-hard-edged-ethic-beats-googles-20-time-culture-you-could-hide-everyone-was-critical">Read the full article here.</a>



Warren Buffett Praises Tim Cook&#8217;s Leadership



Warren Buffett, during the final Berkshire Hathaway Inc. annual shareholders meeting with him at the helm, publicly acknowledged Apple CEO Tim Cook for his significant role in shaping Berkshire&#8217;s financial performance in recent years. 



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