Stock market today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 eke out gains as Dow, bitcoin drop with all eyes on Nvidia earnings

Published On Feb 26, 2025, 5:03 PM

Stocks ended mixed with a notable performance from Nvidia, which reported strong earnings that beat analyst expectations. Nvidia's earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.89 against the expected $0.84, and revenues totaled $39.3 billion compared to the anticipated $38.25 billion. This prompted a rise of about 4% in Nvidia's stock during after-hours trading. Despite facing headwinds from impending tariffs announced by President Trump on imports from the EU, which could impact the tech sector, Nvidia's strong quarter and promising guidance for the next quarter (projected revenue of $43 billion) provided a confidence boost within the tech industry.

Stock Forecasts

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Positive

Nvidia has demonstrated strong earnings performance and a positive outlook which is likely to sustain momentum in its stock price despite external pressures such as potential tariffs. Given its position as a leader in AI chip production and robust data center revenues, investors may find Nvidia an attractive buy in the coming periods as it continues to innovate and capture market share in the technology sector.

SPY

Negative

The tariffs announced by President Trump could create a challenging environment for some sectors, potentially leading to bearish sentiment in the broader market. If investors react negatively to the uncertainty surrounding trade and its potential effects on companies' valuations, it may impact related sectors negatively. However, the broader impact on technology stocks like Nvidia could be mitigated by their strong fundamentals.

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