Stock indexes are climbing, with the Nasdaq 100 hitting a new high. Around 83% of S&P 500 companies have exceeded Q2 profit estimates. However, Intel is down over 9% due to an unexpected Q2 loss. US economic news was negative, and markets await President Trump’s tariff deadline. Federal funds futures predict a possible rate cut.

Quarterly corporate earnings are surpassing expectations, with S&P 500 earnings on track to rise 4.5% for Q2. Overseas markets are down, and interest rates are fluctuating. European government bond yields are rising, with the German bund yield at a 3.75-month high. ECB members suggest steady monetary policy.

In US stock news, Centene, Humana, and other healthcare providers are up, while Intel and chip stocks are down. Crypto-linked stocks are sliding with Bitcoin prices. Charter Communications and other companies are reporting lower than expected earnings. Earnings reports for various companies are scheduled for 7/25/2025.

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