US stock futures today: TSMC lifts chip stocks as traders scan the U.S. economic calendar

US stock futures today: TSMC lifts chip stocks as traders scan the U.S. economic calendar

U.S. stock index futures rose early Thursday, led by a 0.74% jump in Nasdaq 100 contracts after TSMC’s record earnings and strong chip outlook. S&P 500 futures gained 0.32%, Dow futures edged up 0.06%. Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley will report earnings before the open. Weekly jobless claims and key regional factory surveys are due later this morning.
Oil prices tumble 4% on Trump Iran remarks, putting Exxon and Chevron in focus premarket

Oil prices tumble 4% on Trump Iran remarks, putting Exxon and Chevron in focus premarket

Brent crude dropped 4.27% to $63.68 a barrel and WTI fell 4.32% to $59.34 after President Trump said killings in Iran were ending, easing supply fears. U.S. crude stocks rose by 3.4 million barrels last week. Chevron and Exxon shares slipped in premarket trading after gains Wednesday. The U.S. completed initial Venezuelan oil sales tied to a $2 billion deal, with more expected.
ASML stock hits record high, clears $500B as TSMC lifts AI chip spending plan

ASML stock hits record high, clears $500B as TSMC lifts AI chip spending plan

ASML shares hit a record high Thursday, pushing its market value above $500 billion after TSMC announced a 2026 capital budget of up to $56 billion. ASML rose 4.3% by 0952 GMT, while U.S. chip tool makers also rallied. TSMC’s Q4 profit beat expectations, but its CEO warned of possible risks from an AI investment bubble. ASML reports earnings Jan. 28.
TSMC jolts Wall Street futures higher as chip stocks pop before the open

TSMC jolts Wall Street futures higher as chip stocks pop before the open

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures rose Thursday after TSMC reported record fourth-quarter profit and raised its 2026 capital spending forecast to up to $56 billion. Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA jumped 5% to 6% premarket. Oil prices slid over 4% after Trump eased rhetoric on Iran. Major banks warned a proposed cap on credit card interest rates could restrict consumer lending.
Gold price slips from record high as GLD stock dips premarket; miners in focus

Gold price slips from record high as GLD stock dips premarket; miners in focus

Gold-backed stocks and ETFs slipped in U.S. premarket trading Thursday as spot gold retreated 0.4% to $4,602.99 an ounce, off Wednesday’s record. SPDR Gold Shares fell 0.3% to $424.68, while Newmont and Agnico Eagle also edged lower. The pullback followed signals from Washington of easing geopolitical tensions and a delay in new tariffs. Traders await U.S. data and the late January Fed meeting for direction.
UK stock market today: FTSE 100 hits fresh record as Schroders jumps, Dunelm dives

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 hits fresh record as Schroders jumps, Dunelm dives

The FTSE 100 reached a new record on Thursday, rising 0.45% by mid-morning, while the FTSE 250 gained 0.7%. Asset managers and banks led the advance, with Schroders and Ashmore posting strong results. Dunelm plunged 16.6% after warning on profits. Official data showed UK GDP grew 0.3% in November.
Silver price stock SLV slips before the bell after record silver spike — what traders watch next

Silver price stock SLV slips before the bell after record silver spike — what traders watch next

SLV fell 2.5% to $82.44 in premarket trading Thursday after closing up 7.6% at $84.56 on Wednesday. Spot silver retreated to $89.97 from a record $93.57 as traders took profits. The pullback followed calmer geopolitical signals and a U.S. decision to delay mineral tariffs. U.S. jobless claims and import/export price data are due at 8:30 a.m. ET.
Dow Jones futures edge higher after TSMC forecast, with banks back in focus

Dow Jones futures edge higher after TSMC forecast, with banks back in focus

Dow Jones futures rose 0.06% early Thursday after TSMC projected strong growth and signaled plans to expand U.S. manufacturing. The Dow closed down 0.09% Wednesday, pressured by falling bank shares amid concerns over a proposed cap on credit-card rates. Wells Fargo dropped 4.6% after missing profit targets. Oil prices slid more than 2% in early Asian trading.

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Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

7 February 2026
Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $175 billion–$185 billion, with most spending expected on data-center chips. Broadcom shares rose about 2% after the announcement, while Nvidia and AMD slipped. Jefferies reiterated a buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a $500 price target, implying a 62% upside from Wednesday’s close.
No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

7 February 2026
The IRS has not announced new federal stimulus payments for February 2026, and Congress has not approved fresh checks. Trump told NBC he is considering $2,000 tariff rebate checks but has not committed, saying any payout would likely come later in 2026. The IRS warns taxpayers to ignore texts and emails about “stimulus payments” and verify notices through official channels.
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