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Wall Street Pauses as Earnings Season Heats Up

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday as investors braced for a wave of corporate earnings that could set the tone for markets in the weeks ahead. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq 100 hovered near flat, while S&P 500 contracts edged slightly higher. The cautious mood followed a record-setting session for the Dow, which closed at an all-time high above 47,000 on Tuesday, buoyed by strong results from blue-chip names like Coca-Cola. However, sentiment was tempered after Netflix shares tumbled more than 6% in after-hours trading on weaker-than-expected quarterly results. All eyes are now on Tesla, IBM, and other major companies set to report later today. Tesla’s earnings, in particular, are expected to be a key test for the so-called “Magnificent Seven” tech giants that have powered much of this year’s rally. Meanwhile, bond markets remained steady, with the 10-year Treasury yield holding just under 4%. Investors are also watching closely for signs ...
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Pentagon to Deploy 1,500 Troops to US-Mexico Border


The Pentagon has announced plans to deploy up to 1,500 active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border in the coming days. This move follows executive orders signed by President Donald Trump aimed at enhancing border security. Acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses is expected to sign the deployment orders soon.

The troops will join approximately 2,500 National Guard and Reserve forces already stationed at the border. Their primary roles will include logistics, transportation, and construction of barriers to support border patrol agents. However, it remains to be seen if they will engage in law enforcement duties, which would mark a significant shift in their traditional roles.

This deployment is part of a broader strategy to "seal the borders" and address illegal immigration. The move has been met with mixed reactions, with supporters applauding the increased security measures and critics raising concerns about the implications of using military forces in this capacity.




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