US Stock Futures Slip After Weekly Declines on Wall Street as Earnings Loom

April 21, 2025 – DailyForex.pk
US stock futures fell Sunday evening following a week of losses across Wall Street, as investors remain cautious amid ongoing tariff uncertainty and prepare for a busy earnings week. Major players including Tesla, Alphabet, and Boeing are set to release quarterly results that could influence sentiment across global markets.

With Monday marking the Easter holiday in many global markets, trading volumes are expected to remain thin following a shortened week due to Good Friday.

🧾 Futures Snapshot (as of 00:08 GMT)

S&P 500 Futures: -0.4% at 5,293.25
Nasdaq 100 Futures: -0.4% at 18,316.25
Dow Jones Futures: -0.4% at 36,169.0

📊 Wall Street Suffers Weekly Pullback Amid Trade & Earnings Jitters

U.S. markets closed Thursday with mixed results, capping a weaker week overall:

Dow Jones: -1.3% on Thursday, more than -2% for the week
S&P 500: +0.1% on Thursday, but still lower for the week
NASDAQ Composite: -0.1% Thursday, -2% weekly decline

The week’s losses were fueled by:

A 22% drop in UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) after slashing its profit outlook due to rising medical costs
Lingering concerns over U.S. trade tariffs
A $5.5 billion warning from Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) over chip restrictions tied to China

These developments have left investors on edge, especially with no clear resolution on tariff policy.

🌐 Tariff Tensions: US, Japan, China Trade Talks Continue

Investors are closely tracking developments in President Trump’s trade agenda, which has sparked both concern and cautious optimism. Last week, Trump claimed “big progress” in talks with Japan, which helped lift sentiment briefly.

EU President Ursula von der Leyen backed renewed trade negotiations
China, according to Bloomberg, is open to talks if the U.S. shows more respect and tones down critical comments

Markets remain highly sensitive to any shift in tone or policy from Washington regarding global trade dynamics.

💼 Upcoming Earnings: Tesla, Alphabet, Boeing in the Spotlight

With macro uncertainty rising, this week’s Q1 earnings releases from key corporations are expected to provide deeper insights into corporate health and global supply chain pressures.

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) reports Tuesday, facing scrutiny over supply disruptions and Elon Musk’s political alignment
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) posts results Thursday, with a focus on AI investments and global ad revenue
Boeing (NYSE:BA) delivers its report Wednesday, likely impacted by trade tariffs and aerospace demand shifts

These earnings are critical indicators for gauging how major sectors are navigating economic headwinds from trade wars, inflation, and currency movements.

📌 Conclusion: Volatility Ahead as Tariffs and Earnings Collide

As Wall Street starts the new week on a cautious note, trade negotiations and corporate earnings remain in the driver’s seat. With tariffs impacting global sentiment and major companies set to report, investors are bracing for increased volatility in both equity and forex markets.

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Yasher Rizwan