Naeem Aslam

2 days ago | barchart.com | Naeem Aslam

The latest US ADP employment report has come in much softer than anticipated, adding to the growing concerns about the US economy. The report showed a gain of only 37,000 jobs in the month of May, far below the forecasted 111,000 and significantly lower than the previous month's revised number of 60,000. This marks the second consecutive month that the ADP report has missed expectations, raising questions about the strength of the labor market and what it could mean for broader economic growth.

5 days ago | fxstreet.com | Naeem Aslam

U.S. and European futures suggest a down opening on Monday, June 2, 2025, as investors react to renewed trade tensions and await major economic reports to be published. U.S. futures declined, including S&P 500 futures by 0.3%, Nasdaq-100 futures by 0.3%, and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures by 108 points, or by 0.3%. European markets were not left out, with the Euro Stoxx 50 futures declining by 14 points, DAX futures declining by 53 points, and the CAC 40 futures declining by 26 points.

4 weeks ago | investing.com | Naeem Aslam

Stock futures are showing a mixed stance this Friday, with investors cautiously optimistic about the potential progress stemming from the newly outlined U.S.-United Kingdom trade deal framework. In the U.S., are slightly down by 16 points, or 0.04%, reflecting investor wariness ahead of broader economic data releases and potential shifts in policy. Conversely, have gained 0.12%, while saw a modest rise of 0.04%.

1 month ago | barchart.com | Naeem Aslam

The US stock market is trading higher on the final trading day of the week as investor sentiment turns bullish with the pickup in US economic fundamentals. The latest US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report recorded better-than-expected figures, which lifted market confidence and initiated broad-based gains across key indices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures surged by 425 points, or 1.54%, the S&P 500 futures added 1.02%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose by 1.51%.

1 month ago | investing.com | Naeem Aslam

European and U.S. stock futures are poised for a strong open on Friday, May 2, 2025, following positive developments in U.S.-China trade relations and robust earnings from major technology companies. rose 0.68%, jumped 0.82%, and advanced 0.32% . European indices also saw significant gains, with the up 1.3%. China’s Commerce Ministry announced it is evaluating U.S. proposals for trade negotiations, signaling a potential de-escalation in the ongoing trade conflict.