A group of investors led by the world's richest person Elon Musk has made a $97.4-billion offer to acquire control of OpenAI, the nonprofit AI giant Musk once co-founded.



What Happened: Musk, who has sued OpenAI as the company attempts to transition to a for-profit structure, previously founded the company with Sam Altman, Greg Brockman and several other individuals.



Musk put in capital to the company before leaving in 2018 over a disagreement regarding its direction. 



The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/elon-musk-openai-bid-4af12827?mod=latest_headlines">reports </a>Monday that Musk is leading a group bidding $97.4-billion to take control of the nonprofit that controls OpenAI.



"It's time for OpenAI to return to the open-source, safety-focused force for good it once was," Musk said in a statement provided by his attorney Marc Toberoff. &#8220;We will make sure that happens."



Toberoff told the Wall Street Journal the bid for the nonprofit that controls OpenAI was submitted to OpenAI's board of directors Monday.



After Musk left, the company created a for-profit subsidiary that helped the company raise money from other investors including Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).



Altman is pushing to make OpenAI a for-profit company, which could give him an opportunity for an equity stake in the company and increase his wealth.



Among the investors in the bid for OpenAI control include Musk's AI company xAI, Valor Equity Partners, Vy Capital, 8VC, Baron Capital and Atreides Management.



Altman appeared to dismiss the buyout offer in a tweet Monday. 



&#8220;No thank you but we will buy twitter for $9.74 billion if you want,&#8221; Altman <a href="https://x.com/sama/status/1889059531625464090">tweeted</a>. 



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Why It's Important: News of the bid has raised questions to what this could mean for Altman's push for a for-profit company and whether xAI and OpenAI could be combined if the bid goes through.



Toberoff said Musk and the investor group are prepared to match higher bids in the process to value the nonprofit company.



"If Sam Altman and the present OpenAI Inc. Board of Directors are intent on becoming a fully for-profit corporation, it is vital that the charity be fairly compensated for what its leadership is taking away from it: control over the most transformative technology of our time," Toberoff said.



Musk and Altman have battled publicly in recent months. Musk recently said Altman and other investors in Project Stargate didn't have the funds for their announced venture.



OpenAI was<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41149788/openai-valuation-soars-to-157b-in-latest-funding-round"> valued at $157 billion </a>in a funding round in October 2024. A recent report said OpenAI was also considering a funding round that could value the company at $300 billion.



Musk's xAI <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42022077/elon-musks-xai-seeks-6b-at-50b-valuation-to-acquire-100k-nvidia-chips-for-memphis-data-center">was valued at </a>$50 billion in November 2024.



Musk is the world's richest person, with wealth of $402 billion, according to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/">Bloomberg</a>. It is unknown how much of his personal fortune Musk put into the bid and what the source of his funds were. Musk previously sold a portion of his Tesla shares to help fund his $44-billion acquisition of Twitter in 2022.



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Investors are recalibrating their expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts after an unexpected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/inflation">surge in consumer inflation</a>.



Fed futures now reflect just 36 basis points of cumulative rate cuts by year-end. This implies only a 50% probability of two reductions, according to CME FedWatch tool.



Markets increasingly see just one rate cut as the most likely scenario, versus the two-cut path indicated in December.



Betting odds tracked by the CFTC-regulated Kalshi currently assign a 25% probability to two rate cuts. The chances of one cut or no cut at all stand at 22% and 17%, respectively.



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Inflation Concerns Resurface</h3>



The University of Michigan&#8217;s latest consumer sentiment survey triggered fresh alarm, showing a sharp jump in inflation expectations that surprised analysts. 



The one-year inflation expectation surged to 4.3%, rising one full percentage point from last month and reaching its highest level since November 2023.



&#8220;Many consumers seem concerned that high inflation will return within the next year,&#8221; the University of Michigan stated in its report.



President Donald Trump pledged to raise tariffs on major U.S. trading partners, on top of a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel imports.



The U.S. five-year breakeven inflation rate—a key gauge of market-based expected inflation—rose to 2.59% on Monday. That&#8217;s up from 1.89% in September 2024, according to TradingView data.



This suggests investors anticipate inflation to average well above the Fed's 2% target over the next five years.



&#8220;Given the considerable policy uncertainty caused by the return of global trade protectionism and the return of mercantilism among the G-7 nations, it is not certain that inflation expectations will remain well anchored,&#8221; said Joseph Brusuelas, economist at RSM US LLP. 



&#8220;The sudden jump in inflation expectations isn't a coincidence. Trump&#8217;s tariff threats toward Canada, Mexico, China, and the EU are fueling inflation concerns. Despite stocks holding near record highs, gold is rallying, and TIPS have outperformed Treasuries for the past month—clear signs that investors are positioning for inflation,&#8221; said analyst Michael Gayed, CFA.



Nonfarm payrolls rose by 143,000 in January, slightly below consensus due to weather disruptions, but revisions from previous months added 100,000 jobs. The unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to 4.1%, while wage growth accelerated.



&#8220;The labor market appears to have stabilized around full employment, reinforcing our view that the Fed's rate-cutting cycle is over,&#8221; said Bank of America economist Aditya Bhave.



Goldman Sachs economists echoed this sentiment. Markets still underprice the inflationary impact of tariffs, indicating that investors may not be fully accounting for persistent price pressures in their rate forecasts.



&#8220;Friday's jobs report reinforced the argument that economy is in a place that can allow the Fed to be patient until it has better confidence in underlying disinflation and better clarity into (trade and fiscal) policy outcomes,&#8221; wrote Goldman Sachs economists.



Inflation hedges have delivered strong gains over the past month. The iShares TIPS Bond ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIP#NYSE">TIP</a>) is up nearly 3%; the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) has surged 9%.



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Oil prices climbed Monday, marking their strongest one-day surge in nearly a month, as geopolitical risks intensified following threats of a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gaza">ceasefire breakdown in Gaza.</a>



West Texas Intermediate crude futures jumped 1.8% to $71.90 per barrel by 2:30 p.m. ET, while Brent crude advanced 1.6% to $76.40 per barrel. The rally came as investors weighed the potential for renewed instability in the Middle East, a region responsible for nearly one-third of global oil production.



U.S. energy stocks also gained traction, with the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) rising 2%, while oil majors Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) climbed 1.6% and 0.8%, respectively.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ceasefire At Risk: Hamas Accuses Israel Of Violations</h3>



Concerns over escalating conflict in Gaza grew after Hamas announced it would halt hostage releases, citing Israel's alleged failure to uphold the terms of the ceasefire.



Two Egyptian security sources told Reuters that mediators now fear a collapse in the deal, which was intended to facilitate a phased exchange of hostages and prisoners.



Since the agreement took effect in early January, Hamas has freed 18 captives, including dual U.S.-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel, in exchange for more than 730 Palestinian prisoners.



Yet, the next scheduled swap — three Israeli hostages for hundreds of Palestinian detainees — has now been delayed.



The fragile six-week ceasefire, which began in mid-January, was designed to facilitate the release by Hamas of Israeli hostages captured in its Oct. 7 attack in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Middle East Strategy: What's Next For Gaza?</h3>



President Donald Trump, less than a month into his second term, has sent global shockwaves with his stance on Gaza. Over the weekend, he floated the idea of U.S. ownership of the war-ravaged enclave, describing it as a potential economic hub.



Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump suggested that Gaza could be bought and owned with assistance from regional partners.



"I&#8217;m committed to buying and owning Gaza&#8230;We&#8217;ll make it into a very good site for future development,&#8221; he said.



Last week, in a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump suggested the United States assume control of the Gaza Strip. His proposal included relocating the roughly 2 million Palestinian residents to nearby nations like Egypt and Jordan, envisioning Gaza's transformation into the &#8220;Riviera of the Middle East.&#8221;



Trump said that Palestinians displaced from Gaza would not have the right to return under his proposal. 



Trump's suggestion sparked significant international criticism. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres cautioned against any measures that could be interpreted as ethnic cleansing.



Egypt and Jordan have firmly rejected the idea of resettling Palestinians from Gaza, citing concerns over regional stability and potential demographic shifts.



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Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) will be reporting its fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday. Wall Street expects 52 cents in EPS and $10.68 billion in revenues as the company reports<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings?tickers=KO" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> before market hours</a>.



The stock is up 7.45% over the past year, 3.74% year-to-date.



Let&#8217;s look at what the charts indicate for Coca-Cola stock and how the stock currently maps against Wall Street estimates.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">KO Stock Strongly Bullish Ahead Of Q4 Earnings</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent021025&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="631" height="486" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/10130007/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-11.24.24-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-775053" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/10130007/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-11.24.24-PM.png 631w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/10130007/Screenshot-2025-02-10-at-11.24.24-PM-300x231.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px" /></a></figure>



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Coca-Cola stock is exhibiting a strongly bullish trend, with its share price trading above the eight-day, 20-day and 50-day simple moving averages. This sustained buying pressure indicates positive momentum, suggesting the potential for continued upside.



The stock's strength is further reinforced by its Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) indicator at 0.33, signaling bullish momentum.



Additionally, KO stock's Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 58.00, placing it in neutral territory but trending toward overbought levels. This suggests that while the stock remains in an uptrend, investors should monitor for potential consolidation or a cooling-off period. 



If buying pressure persists, Coca-Cola stock could continue its bullish trajectory, making it an attractive option for momentum-focused investors.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Coca-Cola Analysts See 11% Upside</h2>



Ratings &amp; Consensus Estimates:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KO/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> The consensus analyst rating</a> on Coca-Cola stock stands at a Buy currently with a price target of $71.30. The latest analyst ratings from RBC Capital, Jefferies and JPMorgan imply an 11.3% upside for KO stock, with an average price target of $71.33.



Stock Price Action: Coca-Cola stock was trading at $64 at the time of publication.



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Wall Street bounced back on Monday, recovering from Friday's robust decline fueled by tariff concerns, as investors remained focused on strong earnings from the fourth-quarter reporting season while awaiting further <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43596413/corporate-americas-best-earnings-in-3-years-will-tariffs-end-wall-streets-honeymoon">clarity on trade policies.</a>



The Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.3% by midday in New York, poised for its best session in over three weeks, with semiconductor stocks leading the charge. 



Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) gained 3.4%, buoyed by a Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/new-york-state-bans-deepseek-from-government-devices-de7a9df4">report</a> announcing that New York State banned DeepSeek from government devices, sparking speculation about stricter state regulations on Chinese AI chip products.



Steel and aluminum stocks rallied after President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on imports of both <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43592144/us-steel-aluminum-stocks-rally-as-trump-revives-25-tariff-plan">metals from all countries.</a>



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<li>United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) rose 4.7%, eyeing its best session in a month.</li>



<li>Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) climbed 5.5%.</li>



<li>Century Aluminum Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) jumped 10.4%, while Nucor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) gained 6.5%.</li>



<li>Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) soared 17.3%, Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) rose 3.6%, and Kaiser Aluminum Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KALU#NASDAQ">KALU</a>) added 2.9%.</li>
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Commodities rallied, with metals and energy producers outperforming. Gold extended record highs with a 1.5% gain, but copper stole the spotlight, surging 2.6% to its highest level since May 2024, marking its sixth consecutive daily gain. Oil prices also rebounded, rising over 1%.



Crypto sentiment improved slightly, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) gaining 1% to $97,500 after a period of subdued price action.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Major Indices </td><td>Price</td><td>1-day %change</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq 100</td><td>21,778.76</td><td>1.3%</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>6,069.92</td><td>0.7%</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>2,291.54</td><td>0.5%</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>44,437.68</td><td>0.3%</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>



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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.7% to $604.81.</li>



<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) inched 0.3% up to $444.50.</li>



<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 1.3% to $529.73.</li>



<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 0.6% to $227.25.</li>



<li>The&nbsp;Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) outperformed, up 2%; the&nbsp;Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) lagged, down 0.7%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>



Stocks reacting to earnings reports included:



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<li>McDonald&#8217;s Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>): up 3.8%</li>



<li>Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROK#NYSE">ROK</a>): up 12.8%</li>



<li>ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>): down 6.6%</li>



<li>monday.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>): up 30.3%</li>



<li>Insperity, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSP#NYSE">NSP</a>): up 14.7%</li>



<li>Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPC#NYSE">EPC</a>): down 9.7%</li>



<li>CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNA#NYSE">CNA</a>): up 2.1%</li>



<li>Incyte Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INCY#NASDAQ">INCY</a>): down 6.0%</li>



<li>Roivant Sciences Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROIV#NASDAQ">ROIV</a>): up 1.1%</li>



<li>GCM Grosvenor Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCMG#NASDAQ">GCMG</a>): up 3.8%</li>



<li>PowerFleet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIOT#NASDAQ">AIOT</a>): up 32.3%</li>
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China is looking to target U.S. tech companies in order to gain leverage in trade negotiations <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43577207/trump-says-he-will-announce-reciprocal-tariffs-next-week-that-will-impact-everyone-escalating-trade-war-with-global-partners-the-only-fair-way-to-do-it">with U.S. President Donald Trump</a>.



What To Know: According to the <a href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/china-trade-war-us-tech-03578671?mod=hp_lead_pos3">Wall Street Journal</a>, Chinese officials are building a list of U.S. tech companies that can be probed over antitrust concerns, including Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>). 



The Nvidia probe came after the Biden administration ramped up export controls on high-end semiconductors to China, and the Google probe came immediately after an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods went into effect last week.



China is also targeting Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) and Synopsys Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNPS#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>).



The goal is to influence tech executives who have become close to Trump as trade tensions rise.



Beijing is also mulling potential tactics in response to the tariffs that Trump has imposed on Chinese goods.



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"China is on a chip-gathering exercise,&#8221; Trivium China&#8217;s Tom Nunlist told the WSJ. &#8220;They want to come to the table to negotiate and need something to play with.&#8221;



China has strengthened regulatory tools in recent years including adding an &#8220;unreliable entity list&#8221; and amending laws to tighten rules on anticompetitive acquisitions. Chinese officials reportedly aim to get the attention of some of the top tech executives who appear to be close to Trump, including those who sat next to him on Inauguration Day like Google&#8217;s Sundar Pichai and Apple&#8217;s Tim Cook. 



Chinese tech companies typically criticize Apple because of the fees it charges developers for in-app services. Apple has said its policies help ensure that the apps remain safe.



The report indicates that Chinese regulators have started taking a closer look at Apple in recent weeks as some view Apple&#8217;s fees as &#8220;unreasonably high&#8221; and believe its app rules could hurt competition. 



Price Action: The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) was up more than 1.5% on Monday at last check.



The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) was up about 1.25%. 



The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#BATS">MAGS</a>) was up about 1.15% at the time of writing, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.



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<li><a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/nvda">Nvidia shares</a> were up 2.86% at $133.55</li>
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<li><a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/goog">Alphabet shares</a> were up 1.06% at $189.13</li>
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<li><a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/aapl">Apple shares</a> were up 0.59% at $228.97</li>
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Shares of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) are trading higher Monday. This follows President Trump's vow to impose a 25% tariff on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43592144/us-steel-aluminum-stocks-rally-as-trump-revives-25-tariff-plan">steel and aluminum imports.</a> 



Investors believe that this will help domestically based companies like Cleveland-Cliffs.



The stock could be breaking out and the downtrend that began a year ago may finally be over. This is why it is our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">Stock of the Day</a>.



When a stock is trending lower, the market is full of ‘buyer's remorse'. People buy shares and come to regret doing so when the stock falls below the price they paid for it.



When this happens, many of these traders and investors decide to hold on to their losing positions. But they also decide that if they can eventually sell them at the same prices they paid for them and can get out of the position at breakeven, they will.



As a result, if the stock eventually rallies back up to the buying price, they place sell orders. Sometimes, there are so many of these sell orders that a price level that had been support can convert into a resistance level.



This action can be seen on the chart of Cleveland Cliffs.



Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43596413/corporate-americas-best-earnings-in-3-years-will-tariffs-end-wall-streets-honeymoon">Corporate America&#8217;s Best Earnings In 3 Years: Will Tariffs End Wall Street&#8217;s Honeymoon?</a>



Back in late April, the stock suffered an aggressive meltdown. But when it reached levels around $16.45, the buyers came out of the woodwork and put a floor underneath it. $16.45 became a support level.



Then in July, the support was broken and the price dropped lower. When this happened, many who paid around $16.45 for shares regretted doing so. A number vowed that if the stock got back up to $16.45, they would place sell orders so they can get out at breakeven.



There were so many of these orders that it created resistance at the price that had been support.



A similar price action occurred around the $14.25 level. In June it had been support. Then it turned into resistance in August and November.



But the tide may now be turning.



As you can see on the chart below, the $10.85 level was support in September and November. Recently, this level has been resistance. But the tariff news could be making the stock break this resistance.



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When markets reach bottoms, buyer remorse fades. Levels that had been support may stop becoming resistance. This appears to be the case here. It could mean that Cleveland-Cliff's year-long downtrend is over and a new bull market is forming.



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Stock Of The Day: Tariffs Could Mean A New Bull Market For Cleveland Cliffs

Super Bowl LIX aired on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 and the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, ending the Chiefs' attempt to be the first three-peat <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43583513/eagles-fly-over-chiefs-40-22-as-super-bowl-lix-tests-potential-137-million-viewership-for-fox">Super Bowl winners.</a>



The game also featured dozens of commercials advertising products and showcasing new movies and television shows. They also featured many celebrity cameos.



What Happened: Super Bowl LIX commercials were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43560232/super-bowl-lix-commercials-ai-celebs-muppets-warren-buffett-linked-brand-take-the-spotlight">priced between $7 million and $8 million</a> for a 30-second slot by Fox Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOX#NASDAQ">FOX</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>), which had the media rights to the game.



Fox was able to secure $8 million or more for some last-second advertising inventory ahead of Sunday's game.



This author tracked all the commercials, from the singing of the National Anthem to the final round of ads after the Eagles won the Super Bowl. View the 2024 and 2023 Super Bowl commercials <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/24/02/37076429/super-bowl-commercials-2024-complete-list-of-super-bowl-lviii-ads-and-companies-behind-them">here </a>and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/02/30883140/super-bowl-commercials-2023-the-complete-list-of-super-bowl-lvii-ads-and-the-companies-behi">here</a>. 



The tweet below shows the Super Bowl LIX commercial tracking in real time during the big game.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Super Bowl LIX Commercial Thread. Feel free to retweet. After National Anthem: Misson: Impossible The Final Reckoning Trailer <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24PARA&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$PARA</a> Sketches <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24SKX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$SKX</a> TurboTax <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24INTU&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$INTU</a> NASCAR on Fox <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24FOX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$FOX</a> After Con Toss: Lilo &amp; Stitch Live Action Spot <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24DIS&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$DIS</a> YouTubeTV <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24GOOG&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$GOOG</a>&mdash; Chris Katje (@chriskatje) <a href="https://twitter.com/chriskatje/status/1888740049883173010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Here&#8217;s a list of the Super Bowl LIX commercials and the companies behind them.



After National Anthem:



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<li>"Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" Trailer, Paramount (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>)(NASDA:PARAA)</li>



<li>Skechers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKX#NYSE">SKX</a>)</li>



<li>TurboTax, brand of Intuit Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>)</li>



<li>NASCAR on Fox</li>
</ul>



After Coin Toss:



<ul>
<li>Lilo &amp; Stitch live action movie teaser for Disney (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>)</li>



<li>YouTube TV, brand of Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)</li>
</ul>



After Kickoff, During First Quarter:



<ul>
<li>Dunkin'</li>



<li>"How to Train Your Dragon" live action movie trailer, Comcast (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>)</li>



<li>Pfizer Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>)</li>



<li>"Thunderbolts" trailer, Marvel film from Disney</li>



<li>MSC Cruises</li>



<li>Little Caesars</li>



<li>Fox News</li>



<li>T-Mobile (NASDA:TMUS) with Starlink</li>



<li>Homes.com, brand of CoStar Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSGP#NASDAQ">CSGP</a>)</li>



<li>Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) with Ray-Ban</li>



<li>IndyCar racing on Fox</li>



<li>Doritos, brand of PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>)</li>



<li>Cirkul</li>



<li>Michelob Ultra, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUD#NYSE">BUD</a>)</li>
</ul>



After End of First Quarter, During Second Quarter:



<ul>
<li>Disney+ and Hulu streaming platforms</li>



<li>Ritz, brand of Mondelez International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDLZ#NASDAQ">MDLZ</a>)</li>



<li>Red Bull</li>



<li>Squarespace</li>



<li>"The Floor" on Fox</li>



<li>Local Ad</li>



<li>Mountain Dew Baja Blast, brand of PepsiCo</li>



<li>Instacart, brand of Maplebear (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CART#NASDAQ">CART</a>)</li>



<li>Coors Light, brand of Molson Coors Beverage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>)</li>



<li>Stand Up to Hate</li>



<li>FanDuel Kick of Destiny challenge, brand of Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLUT#NYSE">FLUT</a>)</li>



<li>"Extracted" on Fox</li>



<li>Uber Eats, brand of Uber Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>)</li>



<li>WeatherTech</li>



<li>TurboTax, brand of Intuit</li>



<li>NASCAR on Fox</li>



<li>Google Pixel phone with Gemini AI</li>



<li>UFL on Fox</li>



<li>Rocket Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKT#NYSE">RKT</a>)</li>



<li>He Gets Us</li>



<li>Liquid Death</li>



<li>HexClad</li>



<li>Duracell, brand of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)</li>



<li>OpenAI</li>



<li>CoffeeMate, brand of Nestle (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSRGY#OTC">NSRGY</a>)</li>



<li>NFL youth organizations</li>



<li>Ram Truck, brand of Stellantis (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>)</li>



<li>Hellmann's, brand of Unilever (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UL#NYSE">UL</a>)</li>



<li>Pringles, brand of Kellanova (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/K#NYSE">K</a>)</li>



<li>Budweiser, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>



<li>Nike Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>)</li>



<li>NYU Langone Health</li>



<li>Novartis Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVS#NYSE">NVS</a>)</li>
</ul>



After End of Second Quarter, During Halftime, During Third Quarter:



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<li>IndyCar on Fox</li>



<li>MyFitnessPal</li>



<li>Yahoo!, brand of Apollo Global (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APO#NYSE">APO</a>) and Verizon Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>)</li>



<li>Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)</li>



<li>Jewel-Osco, brand of Albertsons (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>)</li>



<li>Bayer Aspirin</li>



<li>"The Masked Singer" on Fox</li>



<li>Fox Nation streaming platform</li>



<li>On Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONON#NYSE">ONON</a>)</li>



<li>Angel Soft, brand of Georgia-Pacific</li>



<li>Reese's Lava Cup, brand of The Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>)</li>



<li>NFL ad</li>



<li>Tubi streaming platform, brand of Fox</li>



<li>Fox shows</li>



<li>Local ad</li>



<li>Local ad</li>



<li>Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>)</li>



<li>DoorDash Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>)</li>



<li>Meta Platforms</li>



<li>Stand Up to Hate</li>



<li>Nerds</li>



<li>Lay's, brand of PepsiCo</li>



<li>"M3gan 2.0" trailer, distributed by Comcast</li>



<li>Taco Bell, brand of Yum! Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>)</li>



<li>Nerdwallet</li>



<li>Häagen-Dazs</li>



<li>Tubi</li>



<li>Fox Nation</li>



<li>Bud Light, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>



<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>)</li>



<li>Poppi</li>



<li>TV shows on Fox</li>
</ul>



After End of Third Quarter, During Fourth Quarter:



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<li>Salesforce Inc</li>



<li>Ramp</li>



<li>Tullamore Dew whiskey</li>



<li>Toyota (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>)</li>



<li>Sandals Resorts</li>



<li>Local Ad</li>



<li>Jeep, brand of Stellantis</li>



<li>Tubi streaming platform</li>



<li>Fox News</li>



<li>Stella Artois, brand of Anheuser-Busch InBev</li>



<li>Dove, brand of Unilever</li>



<li>Booking.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>)</li>



<li>UFL on Fox</li>



<li>Bosch</li>



<li>Totino's Pizza Rolls, brand of General Mills (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIS#NYSE">GIS</a>)</li>



<li>GoDaddy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDDY#NYSE">GDDY</a>)</li>



<li>Fetch</li>



<li>TV shows on Fox</li>
</ul>



End of Game, Eagles win 40-22, Final Ad Spot After Game:



<ul>
<li>Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>)</li>



<li>Adidas (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADDYY#OTC">ADDYY</a>)</li>



<li>Cirkul</li>



<li>Vrbo, brand of Expedia Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>)</li>



<li>Universal Resorts</li>



<li>Energy Transfer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>)</li>
</ul>



The list includes all the Super Bowl LIX commercials that aired from the playing of the national anthem to the first ad break after the Eagles won.



Read Also:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43578857/if-you-invested-in-bitcoin-instead-of-buying-super-bowl-tickets-each-year-since-2012-heres-how-much-youd-have-today"> If You Invested in Bitcoin Instead of Buying Super Bowl Tickets Each Year Since 2012, Here&#8217;s How Much You&#8217;d Have Today</a>



Winners and Losers: While everyone will have their own favorites and ads they wish they'd never seen, here's a look at some of the winners and losers.



USA Today asks consumers to <a href="https://admeter.usatoday.com/2025">vote </a>on their favorite Super Bowl commercials each year via the Ad Meter.



Here are the top 10 highest rated ads as of Monday morning:



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<li>Budweiser – "First Delivery"</li>



<li>Lay's – "The Little Farmer"</li>



<li>Michelob Ultra – "The ULTRA Hustle"</li>



<li>Stella Artois – "David and Dave</li>



<li>NFL – "Somebody"</li>



<li>NFL – "Flag 50"</li>



<li>Bud Light – "Big Men on Cul-De-Sac"</li>



<li>Uber Eats – "Century of Cravings"</li>



<li>Hellmann's – "When Sally Met Hellmann's"</li>



<li>Pfizer – "Knock Out"</li>
</ol>



Here are the 10 lowest rated ads as of Monday morning:



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<li>Tubi – "The Z Suite"</li>



<li>Fetch – "The Big Reward"</li>



<li>CoffeeMate – "Foam Diva"</li>



<li>Cirkul – "You Got Cirkul"</li>



<li>OpenAI – "ChatGPT: The Intelligence Age"</li>



<li>Squarespace – "A Tale As Old As Websites"</li>



<li>T-Mobile – "A New Era in Connectivity"</li>



<li>DoorDash – "DashPass Math"</li>



<li>Hims &amp; Hers – "Sick of the System"</li>



<li>GoDaddy – "Act Like You Know"</li>
</ol>



The list of winners shows that Anheuser-Busch InBev continues the tradition of unforgettable Super Bowl beer ads once again, taking four places on the top 10 list.



The list of losers shows that companies like CoffeeMate and Hims &amp; Hers, which had their first ever Super Bowl commercials may not have hit the mark with consumers watching.



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Corporate America is cheering the strongest earnings season in three years, with S&amp;P 500 companies posting a 16.4% year-over-year earnings growth rate in fourth quarter of 2024—the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">best since late 2021. </a>



Yet, despite the robust numbers, investor optimism is tempered by renewed trade uncertainty. 



President Donald Trump's tariff plans have become a dominant theme on earnings calls, raising concerns about rising costs and supply chain disruptions.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Earnings Surge: S&amp;P 500 Posts Strongest Growth Since 2021</h3>



The S&amp;P 500's blended earnings growth rate for fourth quarter 2024 stands at 16.4%, according to FactSet&#8216;s latest data, significantly outpacing initial forecasts. If this number holds, it will mark the strongest annual earnings growth since the fourth quarter of 2021.



So far, 62% of S&amp;P 500 companies have reported earnings, with 77% surpassing earnings-per-share estimates and 63% exceeding revenue forecasts. The average earnings surprise stands at 7.5%, comfortably above the 10-year average of 6.7%.



The average earnings surprise was 7.5%, below the 5-year average of 8.5% but above the 10-year one of 6.7%.



FactSet highlighted that the earnings outlook has improved as more companies report results. 



&#8220;On Dec. 31, the estimated (year-over-year) earnings growth rate for the S&amp;P 500 for Q4 2024 was 11.8%. Eight sectors are reporting higher earnings today (compared to December 31) due to positive EPS surprises,&#8221; FactSet wrote. 



Among the standout sectors and companies:



<ul>
<li>Financials: Earnings soared 51.2%, led by strong bank results from Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) and JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>).</li>



<li>Consumer Discretionary: Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) fueled 24.6% sector growth after reporting EPS of $1.86, well above the $1.49 estimate.</li>



<li>Communication Services: Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) led 30.2% growth, posting EPS of $8.02, smashing expectations of $6.76.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tariff Fears Surge as Key Business Concern</h2>



While earnings have surprised to the upside, 146 S&amp;P 500 companies have mentioned "tariffs" during their earnings calls—the highest number since mid-2019, according to FactSet. 



If the current trend continues, the fourth quarter of 2024 could set a 10-year record for the number of companies discussing tariff-related concerns.



Industrials have been at the center of the discussion, with 39 companies citing tariff risks. The materials and utilities sectors have also been hit hard, with more than 80% of companies in these industries addressing the issue.



With Trump imposing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43592144/us-steel-aluminum-stocks-rally-as-trump-revives-25-tariff-plan">25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports</a> and hinting at reciprocal tariffs on all countries, businesses are struggling to gauge the potential impact. 



Some executives have warned of higher costs, supply chain disruptions, and margin pressure, but many remain uncertain about the ultimate financial toll.



Among the S&amp;P 500 firms providing forward guidance, 30 have chosen to exclude tariff effects altogether due to the unpredictable nature of trade policy, while 21 have incorporated tariff risks into their outlooks but widened their forecast ranges to account for potential volatility.



Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43592025/fast-food-major-mcdonalds-stocks-rise-despite-q4-sales-miss-details">McDonald&#8217;s Q4 Earnings: Stagnant Revenue Growth, US Comp Sales Decline And More</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Muted Market Reaction Despite Strong Earnings</h3>



Despite the stellar earnings reports, stock price reactions have been subdued. Companies that beat EPS estimates have seen their stock prices rise by just 0.3% on average, well below the five-year average of 1.0%. 



Meanwhile, stocks missing estimates have dropped 2.4%, slightly worse than the five-year average decline of 2.3%.



&#8220;To date, the market is rewarding positive earnings surprises reported by S&amp;P 500 companies for Q4 less than average and punishing negative earnings surprises reported by S&amp;P 500 companies for Q4 slightly more than average,&#8221; FactSet wrote.



The uncertainty surrounding tariffs may be playing a role in this muted reaction. 



Investors, while encouraged by strong earnings, appear hesitant to fully price in optimism amid concerns over potential disruptions to supply chains and rising input costs.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Looking Ahead: Will Tariffs Derail Growth?</h3>



Wall Street analysts currently expect S&amp;P 500 earnings to grow 8.7% in the first quarter of 2025 and 10.2% in the second quarter. Yet, those forecasts could come under pressure if tariffs begin to weigh on corporate margins and consumer demand.



For now, corporate America is delivering some of the strongest earnings growth in years, but the real test may come in the months ahead as trade tensions escalate.



Read Next: 



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Corporate America's Best Earnings In 3 Years: Will Tariffs End Wall Street's Honeymoon?

Steel and aluminum stocks jumped Monday in premarket trading after President Donald Trump said he would reintroduce 25% tariffs <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/metals">on imported metals</a>.



The move aims to reshape global trade <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">and revive domestic production</a>, but also reignites trade tensions that defined his first term.



What Happened: In a statement aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump said the tariffs would apply to all countries, without specifying when they would take effect.



Markets reacted swiftly, with shares of major American steel and aluminum producers rallying ahead of the opening bell



Steel and aluminum stocks soared in premarket trading as investors quickly priced in the potential benefits for domestic metal producers.



Century Aluminum Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) gained 10.4%, Nucor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) climbed 7.2%, and Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) rose 7%. Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) up 5.2% and Kaiser Aluminum Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KALU#NASDAQ">KALU</a>) gained 2.5%. 



United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>), which has faced pressure from foreign competition, advanced 4.3%, while Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) added 5.4%.



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Why It Matters: Tariffs have major implications for U.S. manufacturers, foreign exporters, and global supply chains. They also risk retaliatory measures from key U.S. trading partners.



Trump first imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum in 2018, citing national security concerns. Those duties—25% on steel and 10% on aluminum—aimed to protect domestic manufacturers from what he called unfair competition, particularly from China.



The policy sparked backlash from U.S. allies, including Canada and Mexico, but also drove up prices, boosting profits for domestic producers.



U.S. Census Bureau data shows that in 2024, the U.S. imported: 



<ul>
<li>$11.2 billion worth of steel from Canada; $9.5 billion worth of aluminum</li>



<li>$6.5 billion from Mexico; just under $1 billion in aluminum from Mexico.</li>
</ul>



&#8220;Canadian steel and aluminum support key industries in the U.S., from defense and shipbuilding to auto manufacturing,&#8221; Canadian Innovation Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne posted on X, adding that &#8220;We will continue to defend Canada, our workers and our industries.&#8221;



European steelmakers warned that tariffs could push excess global supply toward their markets.



&#8220;The measures would lead to further volume diversions to Europe, increasing import pressure due to overcapacity from China and other countries,&#8221; said Olaf Reinecke, CEO of German steelmaker Salzgitter.



What&#8217;s Next: Trump indicated plans to introduce reciprocal tariffs in the coming days, matching rates imposed by other countries on U.S. goods. These measures could take effect almost immediately.



&#8220;After the back and forth on Canada and Mexico tariffs, markets have distanced themselves from trading any tariff announcements,&#8221; said Robin Brooks, economist at the Brookings Institution. &#8220;Tariffs are not priced.&#8221;



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US Steel, Aluminum Stocks Rally As Trump Revives 25% Tariff Plan

Shares of fast-food chain McDonald&#8217;s Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>) are trading higher in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">premarket on Monday</a>.



The company reported a fourth-quarter sales decline of 0.3% year-on-year to $6.388 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $6.442 billion.



Global comparable sales increased 0.4%, while U.S. comparable sales slipped 1.4%.



Comparable sales for International Operated Markets segment increased 0.1% and the International Developmental Licensed Markets segment improved 4.1%.



Systemwide sales increased&nbsp;2%&nbsp;(2%&nbsp;in constant currencies).



Sales by company-owned and operated restaurants dropped 7% to $2.3 billion, while sales from franchised restaurants grew 2% at $3.95 billion.



Systemwide sales to loyalty members across 60 loyalty markets were over $30 billion for the twelve-month period and approximately $8 billion for the quarter.



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90-day active loyalty users were over 175 million across 60 loyalty markets as of year-end, with growth of about 15% Y/Y.



Total operating costs and expenses decreased 2% to $3.52 billion. Operating income for the quarter climbed 2% to $2.86 billion, with an operating margin of 44.9% compared to 43.7% last year.



Adjusted EPS of $2.83 was in line with the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate.</a>



The company held $1.08 billion in cash and equivalents as of December 31, 2024. Operating cash flow for twelve months totaled $9.44 billion with a free cash flow of $6.67 billion.



&#8220;Accelerating the Arches continues to be the right strategy as we focus on growing market share,&#8221; said CEO Chris Kempczinski.



&#8220;We&#8217;re playing to win, focusing on our customers with outstanding value, exciting menu innovation and culturally relevant marketing.&#8221;&nbsp;



Price Action: MCD shares are trading higher by 1.46% at $298.61 in premarket at the last check Monday.



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Earnings

General

McDonald's Q4 Earnings: Stagnant Revenue Growth, US Comp Sales Decline And More

Elliott Management, a U.S.-based activist hedge fund managing approximately $70 billion in assets, has reportedly acquired a stake in oil giant BP plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>).



Elliott is advocating for substantial changes at the British oil company to boost its performance, according to a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-oil/elliott-takes-stake-in-struggling-oil-giant-bp-815efbd7" rel="noreferrer noopener">report </a>from the Wall Street Journal.



The hedge fund&#8217;s engagement with BP suggests rising discontent with the company&#8217;s current path, particularly as BP&#8217;s market value trails behind competitors such as Shell and Exxon Mobil, per the report. BP&#8217;s leadership has been dealing with elevated debt levels and a declining stock price.



According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, BP stock lost over 11% in the last year.



Recently, BP announced 4,700 jobs cut in January, representing 5% of its workforce, and removing over <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43038940/bp-slashes-workforce-by-5-to-reach-2-billion-in-savings-goal" rel="noreferrer noopener">3,000 contractor positions.</a>



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The energy giant is planning to streamline its operations and lower expenses as part of a broader effort to save $2 billion by the end of 2026.



Also, BP&#8217;s choice to lower its oil and gas production reduction goals for 2030 has sparked debate, although some <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/01/36829332/battleground-for-oil-majors-bp-activist-investor-calls-for-cut-in-green-energy-pled" rel="noreferrer noopener">investors backed the move. </a>In 2020, the company aimed to cut its oil and gas output by 40% by 2030, a target that was ultimately <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/sustainability/getting-to-net-zero/five-aims-to-get-bp-to-net-zero.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">scrapped in October 2024</a>.



For the fourth quarter, BP anticipates a decline in upstream production compared to the previous quarter, with decreases in both oil and gas &amp; low-carbon energy output.



Within the oil production &amp; operations division, the company expects price lags, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico and UAE, to result in an unfavorable impact of $0.2 billion to $0.4 billion on realizations.



BP has been facing history of challenges over the last 15 years, including the Deepwater Horizon catastrophe and the abrupt firing of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/23/09/34526407/oil-giant-bps-ceo-resigns-amid-investigation-on-personal-conduct" rel="noreferrer noopener">former CEO Bernard Looney</a> due to personal misconduct, reported <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-09/bp-faces-pivotal-moment-as-activist-investor-elliott-enters-fray?sref=TBDibEcD" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bloomberg</a>.



Price Action: BP shares are trading higher by 6.76% at $34.45 in premarket at the last check Monday.



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Media

What's Going On With Oil Giant BP Stock Today?

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday after Friday&#8217;s sharp fall as investors digested the tariff updates and earnings reports. All four benchmark indices were trading higher.



Investors will look out for inflation data slated to be released on Wednesday this week.



The week&#8217;s corporate earnings calendar features a mix of companies across various sectors. Consumer-focused giants like McDonald&#8217;s Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), and Shopify Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOP#NYSE">SHOP</a>) are set to report their financial results, alongside drugmakers Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>).



In the tech world, investors will be watching for updates from Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>) and Applied Materials Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>), as well as platforms like Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) and Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>).



The 10-year Treasury yield stood at 4.49%, while the two-year yield was at 4.28%. According to the CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>, there is a 91.5% chance that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged for the March meeting.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Futures</td><td>Change (+/-)</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq 100</td><td>0.61%</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>0.38%</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>0.27%</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>0.32%</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>) both experienced positive premarket trading on Monday. SPY rose 0.47% to $603.57, and QQQ advanced 0.68% to $526.46, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.



Cues From The Last Session



All sectors of the S&amp;P 500 closed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43585561/dow-dips-over-400-points-following-tariffs-threat-investor-sentiment-declines-fear-greed-index-in-fear-zone">lower</a> on Friday, with communication services, consumer discretionary, and materials leading the losses. President Donald Trump announced that &#8216;reciprocal tariffs&#8217; would take effect next week, further escalating trade tensions.



Investor sentiment was impacted by a mixed January jobs report, heightened inflation expectations, and concerns over trade tariffs. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed a sharp rise in inflation expectations, with the one-year outlook reaching 4.3%, its highest since November 2023.



Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings, but its first-quarter sales guidance fell short of market expectations, forecasting net sales between $151 billion and $155.5 billion, below the $158.5 billion estimate.



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Index</td><td>Performance (+/-)</td><td>Value</td></tr><tr><td>Nasdaq Composite</td><td>-1.36%</td><td>19,523.40</td></tr><tr><td>S&amp;P 500</td><td>-0.95%</td><td>6,025.99</td></tr><tr><td>Dow Jones</td><td>-0.99%</td><td>44,303.40</td></tr><tr><td>Russell 2000</td><td>-1.19%</td><td>2,279.71</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Insights From Analysts



After Friday's sharp decline, Ryan Detrick, chief market strategist at Carson Research, highlighted that Mondays and Fridays have been weak for stocks so far in 2025.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Monday and Friday have been quite bad for stocks so far in 2025. The other three days have been solid. <a href="https://t.co/KMO8EiTWCR">pic.twitter.com/KMO8EiTWCR</a>&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1888605947322417213?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Peter Mallouk, CEO of CPI Wealth, stated that &#8216;Cash is NOT King,&#8217; referencing a graphic showing that the cost of holding cash has risen over 2,000% in the past 30 years.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Over one-year periods, the average cost of holding cash has been roughly 8%. But over 30-year periods, this grows to more than 2,000%. Cash is NOT King. <a href="https://t.co/0dXlfOkGCD">pic.twitter.com/0dXlfOkGCD</a>&mdash; Peter Mallouk (@PeterMallouk) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeterMallouk/status/1887864895468617828?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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According to the data underscored by Adam Turnquist, the chief technical strategist for LPL Financial, bullish sentiment has been gradually declining after remaining above average for most of last year.



"Currently, only about one-third of investors express a bullish outlook on stocks over the next six months, down approximately 8% from the previous week," he said.



However, Turnquist added that while sentiment is clearly not a science and usually follows price, the current degree of bearish sentiment could be considered a contrarian signal, "suggesting that the recent dip in stocks may have reached its low point."



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Upcoming Economic Data



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



<ul>
<li>There is no data scheduled to be released on Monday</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, January&#8217;s NFIB optimism index data will be released at 6:00 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack will speak at 8:50 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will begin his testimony to Congress at 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>San Francisco Fed President Mary C Daly will speak at 10:20 a.m., and New York Fed President John C Williams and Fed Governor Michelle Bowman will speak at 3:30 p.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, core and headline consumer price index data for January will be announced at 8:30 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Fed Chairman Jerome Powell&#8217;s testimony to Congress continues at 10:00 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic will speak at 2:00 p.m. and New York Fed President Williams will speak again at 3:30 p.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>January&#8217;s monthly U.S. federal budget data will be out by 2:00 p.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Fed Governor Christopher Waller will be speaking at 5:05 p.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>On Thursday, initial jobless claims till Feb. 8 will be out at 8:30 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>The headline and core producer price index data for January will be released at 8:30 a.m., ET as well.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>On Friday, January&#8217;s import price index data and U.S. retail sales will be out by 8:30 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>January&#8217;s industrial production data and capacity utilization data will be released at 9:15 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Business inventories data for December will be announced at 10:00 a.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan will speak at 3:00 p.m., ET.</li>
</ul>



Stocks In Focus:



<ul>
<li>McDonald&#8217;s Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>) was up 0.09% in premarket on Monday ahead of its earnings, which will be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $2.84 per share on revenue of $6.44 billion.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>) fell 2.15% as Wall Street expects it to report quarterly earnings of 97 cents per share on revenue of $1.76 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROK#NYSE">ROK</a>) slipped 0.58% ahead of its earnings, which will be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $1.59 per share on revenue of $1.88 billion.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>) rose 0.36% as Wall Street expects it to report quarterly earnings of $4.03 per share on revenue of $2.78 billion after the closing bell.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) was up 3.20% despite being under scrutiny for its weight loss drug advertisement during the Super Bowl. Two U.S. senators expressed concerns over misleading information as the ad omitted any safety or side effect information.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>MGO Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGOL#NASDAQ">MGOL</a>) was up 64.55% as the SEC approved its proposed business combination with Heidmar Inc.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>T-Mobile Us Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) was up 3.98% after its satellite-based mobile network in the U.S. went live which automatically connects phones in areas without cellular coverage.</li>
</ul>



<ul>
<li>BP Plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) was up 6.04% after reports claiming that Paul Singer&#8216;s hedge fund Elliott Management has built a stake in the oil major.</li>
</ul>



Commodities, Gold And Global Equity Markets:



Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 1.17% to hover around $71.83 per barrel.



The gold spot index rose 1.41% to $2,900.64 per ounce after hitting a fresh record high of $2,906.2 today.. The Dollar Index was up 0.15% at 108.201 level.



Asian markets were mixed on Monday. Australia's ASX 200, South Korea's Kospi, and India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex index fell. Whereas, China's CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, and Japan's Nikkei 225 index advanced. European markets were mostly higher in trade.



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US Stocks To Open On A Positive Note After A String Of Bad Mondays: Recent Dip Has 'Reached Its Low Point,' Says Technical Analyst

On Friday, February 7, U.S. markets closed lower after Trump announced plans for reciprocal tariffs amid weak jobs data and declining consumer sentiment. Despite early struggles, strong earnings provided some support. Consumer sentiment hit a seven-month low, inflation expectations surged, and job growth slowed, reinforcing expectations that the Fed will delay rate cuts until June.



The University of Michigan reported a sharp rise in inflation expectations, with the one-year outlook hitting 4.3%, the highest since November 2023. February&#8217;s jobs report showed mixed results: job growth slowed, but unemployment dropped more than expected, and wages surged.



All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended in the red, led by losses in communication services, consumer discretionary, and materials stocks.



The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.99% and closed at 44,303.40, the S&amp;P 500 closed lower by 0.95% at 6,025.99, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.36% to finish at 19,523.40.



Aisa Markets Today



<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed lower by 0.12% at 38,770.50, led by losses in the Glass, Retail and Real Estate sectors.</li>



<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.34% to 8,482.80, led by losses in the IT, Telecoms Services and Materials sectors.</li>



<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 closed lower by 0.78% at 23,376.05, and Nifty 500 slid 1.32%, closing at 21,360.55, led by losses in the Real Estate, Metals, and Consumer Durables sectors.</li>



<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.56% and closed at 3,322.17, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 0.21% at 3,901.06.</li>



<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session higher by 1.84% at 21,521.98.</li>
</ul>



Eurozone at 05:30 AM ET



<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.37%.</li>



<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX rose 0.31%.</li>



<li>France&#8217;s CAC gained 0.26%.</li>



<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE index 100 traded higher by 0.47%</li>



<li>European stocks opened higher on Monday despite Trump&#8217;s new tariff announcement. Markets remain optimistic amid strong earnings growth, cheap valuations, and hopes for ECB easing. Nokia appointed Justin Hotard as its new CEO.</li>
</ul>



Commodities at 05:30 AM ET



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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.17% at $71.81/bbl, and Brent was up 1.15% at $75.50/bbl.</li>



<li>Oil prices rose, rebounding from last week&#8217;s losses amid trade war concerns. Sanctions on Russia and Iran add upside risks, but analysts expect oil to trade lower, with Brent forecasted at $60-$65 per barrel in late 2025.</li>



<li>Natural Gas gained 3.35% to $3.420.</li>



<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.46% at $2,930.21, Silver was up 0.95% to $32.750, and Copper rose 0.69% to $4.6200.</li>



<li>Gold hit record highs as Trump&#8217;s new tariffs fueled safe-haven demand. Markets remain cautious over potential trade war escalation, while strong U.S. inflation data and high interest rates could limit further gold gains.</li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:30 AM ET



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<li>Dow futures were up 0.28%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.40%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.62%.</li>



<li>U.S. stock futures rose, led by steelmakers after Trump announced new tariffs. Investors remain cautious but less reactive to trade moves.</li>
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Forex at 05:30 AM ET



The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.10% to 108.15, USD/JPY was up 0.52% to 152.19, and USD/AUD fell 0.14% to 1.5921.



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Super Bowl Sunday has arrived, bringing with it a dazzling array of celebrity-packed commercials. Fox , the broadcaster of the game, reportedly announced in November that all ad slots were sold out, with over 10 spots costing advertisers $8 million each.



What Happened: This year&#8217;s commercials cover a wide range of themes, from smart glasses to pizza rolls, with a significant focus on artificial intelligence. Mark Evans, executive vice president of sales for Fox Sports, told The Hollywood Reporter that AI-themed creative content is expected, reflecting its growing presence in businesses, according to a <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/business/super-bowl-2025-commercials-rcna191062">report</a> from NBC News.



Among the notable ads, Google, the search subsidiary for 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>) faced scrutiny for its original Gemini ad, which inaccurately claimed Gouda cheese accounts for &#8220;50 to 60 percent of the world&#8217;s cheese consumption.&#8221; The ad was re-edited following feedback from the Wisconsin Cheese Mart owner.



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Other standout commercials include Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) featuring Matthew McConaughey, Meta with Chris Pratt and Chris Hemsworth.



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 and a humorous spot from Little Caesars starring Eugene Levy. The Super Bowl ads continue to captivate audiences with creativity and star power.



Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) ran an advertisement featuring Chris Pratt, Chris Hemsworth and Kris Jenner which referenced the banana duct-taped to a wall art piece <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42253045/62m-duct-taped-banana-becomes-a-snack-as-crypto-mogul-justin-sun-asserts-this-conceptual-artwork-can-be-assembled-and-disassembled-anywhere">that sold for millions</a>. 



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Why It Matters: The Super Bowl remains a prime opportunity for advertisers to reach massive audiences, despite the high costs associated with ad slots. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43563633/exclusive-is-super-bowl-7m-cost-worth-it-61-say-this-while-18-admit-to-looking-up-companies-after-last-years-nfl-championship">recent poll</a> revealed that 61% of respondents questioned the value of these expensive ads, while 18% admitted to looking up companies after last year&#8217;s championship.



In a surprising move, Nike Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) returned to Super Bowl advertising after a 27-year hiatus, aiming to boost its declining sales. This decision underscores the high stakes involved, as a 30-second spot can exceed $8 million, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43578947/nike-returns-to-super-bowl-advertising-to-revive-sales-after-27-year-gap">JPMorgan analysts</a>. The advertisement had a women-empowerment theme.



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This year&#8217;s Super Bowl LIX, featuring a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, has generated excitement not only for the game but also for the commercials and halftime show by Kendrick Lamar. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43548933/exclusive-super-bowl-lix-viewers-more-excited-about-nfl-game-kendrick-lamar-commercials-or-taylor-swift-63-say">Benzinga poll</a> indicated that 63% of viewers are eager to watch the game, the ads, and performances, highlighting the event&#8217;s multifaceted appeal.



Elon Musk also shared the T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and Starlink Superbowl advertisement which announced the launch of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43582884/elon-musks-spacex-and-t-mobile-go-live-with-starlink-powered-satellite-to-cell-service-heres-how-much-it-will-cost">satellite-to-cell beta service.</a>



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At the time of writing the Eagles were leading the Chiefs 24-0. The Eagles took the lead into halftime and completely dominated.



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Leading cryptocurrencies moved sideways on Sunday ahead of a week packed with key inflation data.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Gains +/-</td><td>Price (Recorded at 7:45 p.m. ET)</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>+0.32%</td><td>$96,829.94</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>+0.77%</td><td>$2,648.76</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>-0.22%</td><td>$0.2522</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



What Happened: Bitcoin consolidated between $95,000 to $97,000. The leading cryptocurrency dipped to an intraday low of $94,745 late afternoon, before recovering to $97,000.



Ethereum wobbled in the $2,600 zone, as bulls waited for a decisive breakout.&nbsp;



Cryptocurrency liquidations reached $228 million over the last 24 hours, with long liquidations accounting for over $146 billion.&nbsp;



Bitcoin's Open Interest rose marginally by 0.36% in the last 24 hours. More than 51% of Bitcoin futures traders were short Bitcoin, according to the Long/Short Ratio.



Market sentiment remained in the "Fear" zone, according to the Crypto Fear &amp; Greed Index, indicating the possibility of further price corrections.



Top Gainers (24-Hours)



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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.17 trillion, growing by 0.40% in the last 24 hours.



Stock futures ticked higher Sunday evening. The Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures rose 68 points, or 0.15%, as of 7:45 p.m. EDT. Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.26%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures added 0.38%.



The uptick comes ahead of crucial macroeconomic data due this week, including the consumer price index report on Wednesday and the producer price index on Thursday.



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Analyst Notes: Popular cryptocurrency analyst and trader Michaël van de Poppe anticipated a "strong week" for cryptocurrencies ahead, aligning with the release of CPI and PPI data.



"This week is comparable to any previous crisis period," Van De Poppe remarked. "During crisis periods, you&#8217;d want to be bullish, and maximum pain is upwards, not down."



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Big week ahead of us. CPI and PPI coming in, but also a strong week for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Crypto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Crypto</a> seems to be on the horizon. This week is comparable to any previous crisis period. During crisis periods, you&#39;d want to be bullish and max pain is upwards, not down.&mdash; Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1888690585155854337?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Another well-known cryptocurrency researcher, Ali Martinez, weighed in on the possibility of an Ethereum rally.



All eyes on $2,600! If this key support level holds, ETH could gain momentum for a bounce toward $3,000 or even $4,000," the analyst projected.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">All eyes on $2,600! If this key support level holds, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ethereum</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> could gain momentum for a bounce toward $3,000 or even $4,000! <a href="https://t.co/bKu1lYERiS">pic.twitter.com/bKu1lYERiS</a>&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1888665168424353819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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On Sunday, T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) offered free access to its satellite-to-cell beta service, powered by SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink, for all users.



What Happened: According to T-Mobile, 500,000 square miles of the U.S., previously unreachable by terrestrial towers, can now maintain connectivity.



When the service officially launches in July, it will be included at no extra cost for customers on T-Mobile&#8217;s premium Go5G Next plan. Other T-Mobile users can add it for $15 per month.



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For a limited time, beta testers on other T-Mobile plans can lock in an Early Adopter Discount. Until March 1, they can save $5 per month, bringing the cost down to $10 per month.



Customers on Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), or other networks can also access T-Mobile Starlink without switching. Once the beta ends in July, the service will be available for $20 per month.



The service initially offers text via satellite, with voice and data features to follow.



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Device Compatability: Most smartphones, released in the last four years, will support T-Mobile Starlink beta, but satellite connectivity requires optimization for the best experience. This includes the iPhone 14 and later, the Google Pixel 9 series, Samsung Galaxy A14–A54, and Galaxy S21.



Why It Matters: Last month, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) integrated Starlink satellite capabilities into its iOS 18.3 update, allowing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43294364/apple-surprises-iphone-users-by-teaming-up-with-spacex-and-t-mobile-to-bring-starlink-satellite-texting-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-feature">iPhone users to access</a> satellite texting.



Previously, T-Mobile highlighted Starlink&#8217;s role in providing connectivity <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/01/43328377/t-mobile-underscores-spacexs-starlinks-role-in-california-wildfire-relief-closes-record-breaking-growth-year">during the California wildfires</a>, showcasing the resilience of its network.



T-Mobile exceeded expectations in its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43300596/t-mobile-q4-earnings-beats-estimates-adds-1-9-million-postpaid-customers-targets-6-million-new-customers-in-2025">fourth-quarter results</a>, posting earnings of $2.57 per share, above the analyst estimate of $2.26.



Price Action: T-Mobile's stock rose 0.31% to $247 in after-hours trading after closing at $246.24 on Friday, down 0.38%, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.



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The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Fear&#8221; zone on Friday.



U.S. stocks settled lower on Friday, with the Dow Jones index dipping more than 400 points as investors digested the jobs report for January.



Wall Street also recorded losses last week as renewed fears over inflation and trade tariffs eroded risk appetite. Investor uncertainty grew following President Donald Trump&#8217;s announcement that ‘reciprocal tariffs' would take effect next week.



The University of Michigan&#8217;s consumer sentiment survey revealed an &#8220;unusually large&#8221; spike in inflation expectations. The one-year inflation outlook surged by a full percentage point to 4.3%, marking its highest level since November 2023.



On the macro front, February's jobs report revealed a mixed outcome, with employment growth slowing down more than expected, yet unemployment fell more than expected, and wages surged more than expected.



Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) reported better-than-expected earnings and sales results for its fourth quarter after the market close Thursday. However, the company said it sees first-quarter net sales to come in a range of $151 billion to $155.5 billion, up 5% to 9% year-over-year, down from market estimates of $158.5 billion.



All sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with communication services, consumer discretionary, and materials stocks recording losses on Friday.



The Dow Jones closed lower by over 444 points to 44,303.40 on Friday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 0.95% to 6,025.99, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 1.36% at 19,523.40 during Friday's session.



Investors are awaiting earnings results from McDonald&#8217;s Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>), and Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROK#NYSE">ROK</a>) today.



What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?



At a current reading of 39.3, the index remained in the &#8220;Fear&#8221; zone on Friday, versus a prior reading of 44.3.



The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.



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The Kansas City Chiefs have won the last two Super Bowls and are attempting to be the first NFL team to win three in a row <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43480342/chiefs-chase-historic-super-bowl-three-peat-and-nba-legend-stands-to-gain">in Super Bowl LIX</a>.



While fans of the team will shell out thousands of dollars to attend the game in New Orleans, millions will watch the game from the comfort of their home or a Super Bowl viewing party. Here's a look at what would have happened if a person invested the amount they would have spent on Super Bowl tickets for the last 14 seasons on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) instead.



What Happened: Bitcoin was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/25/01/42789566/happy-birthday-bitcoin-16-fun-facts-about-leading-cryptocurrency">launched in January 2009</a> with the first 50 BTC mined. The launch of the cryptocurrency, which today is the largest by market capitalization, followed a whitepaper that was released in October 2008.



It took several years for Bitcoin transactions to reach mainstream and it to become easier for users to buy and sell the cryptocurrency on major exchanges.



One of the first-ever recognized Bitcoin transactions happened in October 2009 when a Finnish computer student sold 5,050 Bitcoin for $5.02. Less than a year later, in May 2010, one of the most famous Bitcoin transactions of all-time took place when programmer&nbsp;Laszlo Hanyecz&nbsp;sought out a person to buy him pizza in exchange for Bitcoin.



A person in England spent around $41 to buy pizza from&nbsp;Papa John&#8217;s&nbsp;for Hayecz in what is widely believed to be the first retail transaction using Bitcoin.



Today, investors can buy and sell Bitcoin across many cryptocurrency platforms and stock brokerages. Bitcoin is also an acceptable payment form several places.



Mark Yusko, who is the founder of&nbsp;Morgan Creek Capital&nbsp;and Managing Partner of&nbsp;Morgan Creek Digital,&nbsp;shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, that investing in Bitcoin over Super Bowl tickets is his advice.



&#8220;Every year, I advise people to take the money they would have spent on Super Bowl tickets and buy Bitcoin instead,&#8221; Yusko&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/MarkYusko/status/1752433893238583299" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">said</a>.



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Investing in Bitcoin Over Super Bowl Tickets:&nbsp;The price of Super Bowl tickets has risen almost every year and continues to be one of the most expensive sporting events annually.



Sometimes fans shell out thousands to go and support their team and other times fans of the National Football League go to celebrate the potential once in a lifetime opportunity or because the Super Bowl is in a city near where they live.



Here&#8217;s a look at how much a ticket to the Super Bowl cost each year since 2012 using data from various sources, including&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gobankingrates.com/saving-money/entertainment/cost-super-bowl-tickets-year-you-were-born/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GoBanking&nbsp;</a>and how much Bitcoin a person could buy with the ticket money instead. The value of Bitcoin today is based on a price of $95,922.53 at the time of writing.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;"><tbody><tr><td>Year</td><td>Super Bowl Ticket Price</td><td>Bitcoin Price</td><td>#BTC Could Buy</td><td>Value Today</td></tr><tr><td>2012</td><td>$1,200</td><td>$5.18</td><td>231.6602</td><td>$22,221,432.48</td></tr><tr><td>2013</td><td>$1,250</td><td>$20.65</td><td>60.532.7</td><td>$5,806,449.73</td></tr><tr><td>2014</td><td>$1,500</td><td>$699.57</td><td>2.1442</td><td>$205,677.09</td></tr><tr><td>2015</td><td>$2,000</td><td>$231.57</td><td>8.6367</td><td>$828,454.11</td></tr><tr><td>2016</td><td>$2,500</td><td>$380.87</td><td>6.5639</td><td>$629,625.89</td></tr><tr><td>2017</td><td>$2,500</td><td>$1,043.63</td><td>2.3955</td><td>$229,782.42</td></tr><tr><td>2018</td><td>$2,500</td><td>$9,334.87</td><td>0.2678</td><td>$25,688.05</td></tr><tr><td>2019</td><td>$2,900</td><td>$3,521.39</td><td>0.8235</td><td>$78,992.20</td></tr><tr><td>2020</td><td>$4,300</td><td>$9,468.80</td><td>0.4541</td><td>$43,558.42</td></tr><tr><td>2021</td><td>$8,609</td><td>$39,621.84</td><td>0.2173</td><td>$20,843.97</td></tr><tr><td>2022</td><td>$8,869</td><td>$42,693.05</td><td>0.2077</td><td>$19,923.11</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>$6,800</td><td>$22,060.99</td><td>0.3082</td><td>$29,563.32</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>$8,600</td><td>$48,535.94</td><td>0.1772</td><td>$16,997.47</td></tr><tr><td>2025</td><td>$4,232</td><td>$96,922.53</td><td>0.0441</td><td>$4,232.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



In total, buying Super Bowl tickets the last 14 seasons would have a cost of $57,760 per person. This amount invested each year in Bitcoin instead could have generated a sizable return.



In total, the person would have over 314 Bitcoin and have turned their investment of $57,760 into $30,161,220.26.



For comparison, investing the amount of the Super Bowl ticket in the&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust, which tracks the S&amp;P 500,&nbsp;would have generated much smaller returns.



A trip to a Super Bowl can be a once in a lifetime experience, but for many the cost of tickets, airfare and travel outweighs the experience. Fans of teams in the big game or the NFL in general can watch the game free at home, with the game airing on Fox this year. 



Last year&#8217;s Super Bowl set a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/02/37109382/super-bowl-lviii-sets-modern-day-viewership-record-how-did-nfl-championship-compare-to-apollo-11-mo">record for viewership</a> with 123.4 million viewers on average with 202.4 million people watching at least a portion of the game. 



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This article was previously published by Benzinga and has been updated.



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If You Invested in Bitcoin Instead of Buying Super Bowl Tickets Each Year Since 2012, Here's How Much You'd Have Today

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