U.S. equity futures are pointing to a higher open this morning, following strong rallies in Asian and European markets. Market sentiment remains positive despite emerging geopolitical tensions.
Stocks to Watch
- Chevron Corporation: Gained 7% in pre-market trading following U.S. military action in Venezuela, raising the prospect for American oil companies to rebuild infrastructure.
- Tesla, Inc.: Declined 2.6% on Friday after reporting fourth-quarter vehicle deliveries that were below analyst estimates.
- Baidu, Inc.: Surged 15% on Friday as its artificial intelligence chip unit, Kunlunxin, filed for a public offering in Hong Kong.
Looking ahead, with no major U.S. economic data scheduled for release, traders will be closely monitoring geopolitical developments for potential market impact.