Mario Georgiou

U.S. stock futures were higher on Friday after indices slipped in the first trading session of 2025. All four index futures advanced in premarket trade. The S&P 500 index fell for the fifth session on Thursday, continuing its losing streak from the last four days of 2024. The 10-year and two-...

The S&P 500 has hit 57 all-time highs in 2024, the fifth highest of any year in history. Dow has hit a record eight 1,000-point milestones and the “Magnificent 7” stocks have driven a 30% surge in the Nasdaq Composite index. But what are the significant factors that will be shaping...

U.S. stock futures advanced on Tuesday, ahead of a shortened trading session owning to Christmas Eve. The stock market will shut at 1 p.m. ET, while the bond market closes at 2:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, whereas both the markets will remain closed for Christmas on Dec. 25. Futures of all four major...

Donald Trump’s win is positive for the financial and energy sectors as the “pro-growth effects of fiscal stimulus currently outweigh the inflationary risks in the near term​​​” according to an analyst. What Happened: Mario Georgiou, CFA and executive director, head of...

The past week has been a rollercoaster ride in the financial world. From the surge in small-cap stocks to the potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s DOGE initiative, there’s a lot to unpack. Let’s dive into the top stories of the week. Small-Cap Stocks Soar U.S. small-...