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U.S. stock futures climbed on Monday evening as President Donald Trump took office, signaling a new era of policy changes. Trump reentered the White House on Monday, following the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday closure of U.S. markets.
By 18:58 ET (23:58 GMT), S&P 500 Futures rose 0.6% to 6,066.25 points, Nasdaq 100 Futures gained 0.6% to 21,729.75 points, and Dow Jones Futures climbed 0.6% to 43,943.0 points.
In his inaugural address, Trump emphasized economic growth, national security, and prioritizing domestic interests. He quickly issued executive orders targeting immigration control, environmental deregulation, and increased fossil fuel production, including plans to strengthen U.S.-Mexico border security. These actions highlighted his "America First" approach, promising significant policy shifts.
Investors are adopting a cautious stance as they evaluate the impact of these measures on markets. Analysts anticipate a "wait-and-see" period as the administration's policies take shape.
Meanwhile, this week’s corporate earnings reports are set to drive market attention. Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) kicks off earnings season with its fourth-quarter results on Tuesday. On Wednesday, GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ), and Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) will release earnings, offering insights into the energy, healthcare, and consumer goods sectors. Later in the week, American Express (NYSE:AXP) and Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) will report, shedding light on financial services and telecommunications.
Last week, the S&P 500 rose 1% to 5,996.66, the Dow Jones gained 0.8% to 43,487.83, and the Nasdaq Composite jumped 1.5% to 19,630.20. As markets reopen, earnings and policy changes will dominate investor sentiment.
