Wall Street Breakfast A positive start for markets in 2026?
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Jan 2, 2026 Markets are off to a positive start in 2026, with Nasdaq, S&P, and Dow futures all rising. Trump has delayed tariff hikes on furniture and cabinets, sparking ongoing discussions. Meanwhile, Warren Buffett steps down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, passing the reins to Greg Abel. Exciting news includes Bain Capital's $344M acquisition and a staggering 100% jump from a Chinese AI chipmaker on its Hong Kong IPO debut. Listen in for insights on the top pre-market movers and market trends!
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Positive Market Kickoff For 2026
- U.S. stock index futures opened higher on the first trading day of 2026, signaling a positive market start.
- Nasdaq led gains with futures up about 1.1%, while S&P and Dow futures also climbed.
Register For Top Stocks 2026 Event
- Register for Seeking Alpha's Top Stocks 2026 event to update your portfolio for the year ahead.
- The members-only webinar is on Tuesday, January 6 at noon and a registration link is in the show notes.
Tariff Hikes Delayed For Wood Products
- The White House delayed tariff hikes on certain wood-related imports to allow further negotiations with trading partners.
- The existing 25% tariff on some upholstered furniture and cabinets remains in effect for now.