Stock Market Update Thursday February 6, 2025 The S&P 500 (+0.36%) and Nasdaq 100 (+0.5%) extended their upward momentum in a steady grind higher, while the Russell 2000 (-0.33%) pulled back, surrendering a portion of yesterday’s gains as the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield ticked higher following its sharp decline in the prior session. Among notable movers, NVDA, PLTR, and JPM outperformed, while CRM, F, and NKE lagged. Post-market, Amazon reported earnings, sending shares down 3% after hours, with QQQ trading slightly lower in sympathy.
Away From Stocks: U.S. Treasury's faced mild selling pressure, paring a portion of the prior session’s gains ahead of Friday’s non-farm payrolls report. The 10-year yield edged up to 4.45% from 4.43% WTI crude extended its decline to fresh year-to-date lows at $70.50 per barrel, while gold reversed course after a five-session winning streak, settling at $2,856 per ounce. Bitcoin remained below the $97,000 threshold, and volatility remained subdued, with the VIX holding under 16.
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