The S&P 500 index reached a new historic high on Friday, advancing 0.29% and closing at 7,230.12 points. Nasdaq Composite rose 0.89%, also setting a record at 25,114.44 points. The performance was mainly driven by Apple, which jumped more than 3% after reporting fiscal second-quarter results above expectations. Simultaneamente, oil prices fell 2.98%, with a barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) closing at $101.94.
Apple exceeds expectations and pushes indexes up
The technology giant released a season of results that positively surprised the market. Quarterly revenue and earnings per share were above analyst consensus. The company also presented optimistic projections for the following quarter, signaling continued growth. Esse’s performance was enough to attract buyers and lift the stock to a new intraday all-time high.
One point of weakness was iPhone revenue, which fell below estimates for the second consecutive time in three quarters. Apesar this particular setback in the smartphone segment, Apple’s overall revenue projection for the current quarter turned out to be better than expected. The company’s significant weight in the S&P 500 index contributed decisively to the overall market advance.
Dow Jones retreats while S&P 500 advances
Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 152.87 points, or 0.31%, to close at 49,499.27, breaking its streak of gains for the month. Essa divergence reflects the concentration of gains in technology stocks, especially in Apple. The main indices recorded their best monthly performances since 2020, with the S&P 500 surpassing the 7,200-point mark for the first time in history.
Petróleo drops with signs of diplomatic progress
Oil prices fell after diplomatic communication involving Irã and Estados Unidos. The Iranian country sent its response to the latest American amendments to a draft agreement to end the conflict in Oriente Médio, through Pakistani mediators. President Donald Trump commented on the new Iranian offer on Friday, saying he was dissatisfied with the proposed terms. “Irã wants to make a deal, but I’m not satisfied with it,” stated Trump.
WTI’s Além, oil Brent, an international benchmark, also fell. Futures contracts registered a drop of 2.02%, closing at US$ 108.17 per barrel. Movimentos of this type reflect the sensitivity of the energy market to any sign of de-escalation in geopolitical tensions. The partial recovery in oil prices from the day’s lows occurred after Trump’s statement on the terms of the negotiation.
Indicadores session main
- S&P 500: +0.29%, closing at 7,230.12 points
- Nasdaq Composite: +0.89%, closing at 25,114.44 points
- Dow Jones Industrial Average: -0.31%, closing at 49,499.27 points
- Petróleo WTI: -2.98%, closing at US$101.94 per barrel
- Petróleo Brent: -2.02%, closing at $108.17 per barrel
- Ações from Apple: +3% after earnings release
Perspectivas from experts for the coming months
David Krakauer, vice president of portfolio management at Mercer Advisors, believes that the positive trajectory of the shares can continue. Ele believes the potential for earnings growth in the U.S. and abroad will provide momentum for the stock, even if the conflict at Oriente Médio persists for longer. Krakauer claims to be hopeful that the war between USA and Irã will end soon, leading to the reopening of Ormuz’s Estreito.
Porém, even in prolonged conflict scenarios, corporate fundamentals would continue to support stock prices. “New news or a drop in market sentiment can always emerge, which could lead to a small correction after a strong initial rally, but overall we remain bullish on the stock,” Krakauer said. The expert noted that in the technology sector there will be winners and losers, and not all investments in artificial intelligence will return profits. Apesar With this caveat, he reaffirms confidence in the narrative of increased productivity that drives the technological market.
The session reflected typical dynamics of a market in transition, where corporate earnings compete with geopolitical uncertainties. The net result was an expansion of the broader index, consolidating a sequence of significant gains after weeks of volatility. A strong first-quarter earnings season provided support for shares, while hopes of easing tensions in Oriente Médio helped improve investor sentiment.
