Goldman Sachs beats analysts’ estimates for first quarter profit while markets impacted revenue

Goldman Sachs posted first quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ expectations, while company-wide revenue missed on tougher market conditions for two of the firm’s main divisions. The bank generated $2.25 billion of profit in the period, or $5.71 a share, compared with the $4.89 estimate. Meanwhile, revenue dropped 13% to $8.81 billion on lower results in the … Read more

Dow futures point to a modest open ahead of earnings

U.S. stock index futures were slightly higher Monday morning, as market participants awaited further earnings reports. At around 5:40 a.m. ET, Dow futures indicated a positive open of more than 30 points. Futures for the S&P and Nasdaq were mixed. Corporate earnings will be the biggest focus Monday, with two of the biggest Wall Street … Read more

JP Morgan shares surge after bank posts record profit and revenue

J.P. Morgan Chase reported record first-quarter profit and revenue that exceeded analysts’ expectations as the bank benefited from higher interest rates. The company said profit rose 5 percent to $9.18 billion, or $2.65 a share, compared with analysts’ average estimate of $2.35 a share. Revenue also rose 5 percent to $29.9 billion, exceeding estimates by about … Read more

Dow futures slightly higher with earnings season set to kick off

U.S. stock index futures were slightly higher Friday morning, as market participants awaited the start of earnings season. At around 04:15 a.m. ET, Dow futures rose 78 points, indicating a positive open of more than 70 points. Futures on the S&P and Nasdaq were both seen slightly higher. Market focus is largely attuned to corporate … Read more

Disney+ streaming service will be available starting Nov. 12 for $6.99 a month

Disney said Thursday it will roll out its much anticipated Disney+ video streaming service on November 12, drawing on its deep catalog of content and offering up new shows featuring favorite characters from “Monsters Inc.” to Marvel to “Star Wars.” The service will cost subscribers $6.99 per month, or $69.99 per year, which is at … Read more