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StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 6 July 2026•Updated 6 July 2026•
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Nasdaq Futures Rise on SpaceX Index Entry Hopes and Samsung Earnings

Key Facts

1SpaceX is expected to enter the Nasdaq 100 index this week.
2Markets are awaiting Samsung earnings and the U.S. listing of SK Hynix.

In a move reflecting the growing momentum of the advanced tech sector, Nasdaq futures are pointing higher as the market prepares for a series of major catalysts. SpaceX is expected to enter the Nasdaq 100 index this week, marking a significant shift in the index's composition. Additionally, global markets are awaiting Samsung's earnings results and developments regarding the U.S. listing of SK Hynix.

This optimism comes as investors seek to gauge the continued growth of the semiconductor and AI sectors, with Samsung reporting an operating profit surge of over 900% in the previous quarter according to official company filings. Compared to peers, traders are monitoring Nvidia's stock which has seen sharp volatility recently, while the SpaceX move enhances the index's appeal for major private entities, per market data.

Regarding price levels, SPCX closed at $162 on July 2, 2026, while BC94.L settled at 5165 at the close of July 6, 2026. With no major upcoming economic calendar events directly impacting this sector in the next few days, focus will remain on individual earnings announcements and index rebalancing details as the primary price drivers.

Latest Updates · 2

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    Update: Nasdaq futures gained 1.1% ahead of the weekly opening, driven by softer-than-expected US employment data. This labor market cooling has eased pressure on the Federal Reserve, bolstering investor hopes for a less hawkish monetary policy and prompting a rotation back into technology shares.

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    Update: Nasdaq futures surged an additional 310 points on Monday as falling crude oil prices helped ease inflation anxieties. This momentum follows an OPEC+ agreement to boost output and stabilized shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, boosting investor risk appetite ahead of the upcoming Fed minutes.