5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens on Tuesday

• The FTSE MIB closed Tuesday at 51,700 points, underperforming other European markets as the only major index trending downward. • Market volatility is driven by anticipation of the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest-rate decision scheduled for 20:00 CEST, following reports on U.S. mortgages.

• EU sanctions are preventing Spain and other nations from utilizing Russian firefighting helicopters to combat ongoing wildfires. • The restrictions extend beyond spare parts and technical repairs, effectively forbidding the operation of these aircraft within sanctioned territories.

• US stock indices showed mixed results, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising +0.738% while the Nasdaq 100 fell -1.12% and the S&P 500 remained nearly flat at +0.05%. • The Nasdaq's decline was driven by a rout in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks due to concerns over AI spending and increased competition from China.

• U.S. stock markets showed mixed results today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising while the Nasdaq slipped due to a decline in chip stocks led by Nvidia. • Oil prices plummeted as investors prepare for a critical week featuring a Federal Reserve interest rate decision and a wave of Big Tech earnings reports.

• Major stock indexes rose on Tuesday driven by positive corporate earnings, including a 4% jump in Coca-Cola shares following growth reports from CEO Henrique Braun. • Market gains were partially offset by continuing losses in chip stocks, while oil prices experienced a further decline.

• The U.S. stock market closed mixed on Monday, July 27, 2026, with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 gaining while the Nasdaq dipped. • An early rally driven by easing geopolitical tensions was offset by a sharp midday reversal in the semiconductor and technology sectors.

• Global futures markets declined as a significant sell-off in technology stocks continued, leading to a sharp downturn in semiconductor investments. • The South Korean Kospi index experienced a severe crash, plummeting 10% and triggering a trading halt to stabilize the market.

• Indian benchmark indices traded largely flat on July 28, 2026, with the Sensex closing 117.52 points (0.15%) lower at 76,718.26 and the Nifty 50 dropping 32.45 points (0.14%) to 23,963.50. • The range-bound movement followed a previous session rebound sparked by a significant decline in crude oil prices.

• Wall Street futures are trading mixed as investors balance anticipation for upcoming mega-cap earnings reports and the Federal Reserve's next policy decision. • Chip stocks are facing significant pressure due to concerns over AI financing and increased competition from China, contributing to a slump of over 10% in South Korea’s KOSPI.

• Stock futures are surging ahead of Monday's open following a period of losses last week and a rebound in chip stocks. • Oil prices are plunging as the U.S. and Iran halted strikes over the weekend, signaling a cooling of tensions in the Middle East.

• Asia stocks have tumbled due to a deepening AI rout and China's advancements in the chip industry. • Key companies such as Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, and Amazon are set to release quarterly results amidst the market turmoil.