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Stock Market Daily Podcast — January 6, 2026
Welcome back to the show. Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Stock market today: Dow set to open up after U.S. operation in Venezuela
Barron's reports futures pointed higher for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq, while Treasury yields eased and Bitcoin firmed. The mix suggests a cautious risk-on tone as traders navigate fast-moving headlines tied to Venezuela.
Stocks set to open higher as investors stay calm despite Venezuela tumult, U.S. jobs data awaited
Barchart notes equities were poised to open higher even as geopolitical tensions simmer, with traders eyeing U.S. jobs data for clues on the rate path. The labor read could reset expectations for cuts and steer near-term equity momentum.
Chevron, Exxon and SLB stocks are surging but oil prices aren't moving. What's up
Barron's highlights a divergence: energy majors are rallying even as crude remains flat. Company-specific catalysts and potential policy shifts around Venezuela may be boosting equities independent of spot oil, a gap to watch if crude lags.
Global defense stocks soar as U.S. strike on Venezuela heralds new 'hard power' era
CNBC reports defense names across Europe and Asia rallied following reports of dramatic developments in Venezuela. Investors are leaning into the prospect of elevated defense spending, a tailwind that could underpin the sector longer term.
Morning bid: Geopolitics take center stage in the new year
Reuters' Dhara Ranasinghe sets the tone for the first full week of 2026, noting U.S. oil stocks surged after comments and actions tied to Venezuela. The piece frames a market led by geopolitics, with energy and havens in focus.
Bitcoin's breakout lifts crypto equities and miners in pre-market trading
CoinDesk notes Bitcoin pushed above $92,000, lifting miners and crypto-linked stocks, while gold and silver extended gains and the dollar firmed. The cross-asset bid suggests investors are adding perceived hedges alongside risk exposure.
Bitcoin price jumps. What's driving cryptos' strong start to 2026
Barron's explores the catalysts behind crypto's early-year strength, from macro positioning to geopolitical jitters. While momentum is robust, the piece underscores that volatility remains part of the trade.
US strike on Venezuela puts Bitcoin in focus as oil slides
Decrypt reports oil prices eased as attention turned to Bitcoin as a potential refuge amid geopolitical uncertainty. The durability of the move may hinge on how long tensions persist and how energy supply risks evolve.
Goldman Sachs upgrades Coinbase to Buy, cuts eToro to Neutral
Goldman Sachs turned more constructive on crypto brokers heading into 2026, upgrading Coinbase with a $303 price target and citing scale and a growing subscription mix. eToro was downgraded amid rising competition, highlighting a more selective stance across the space.
The 3 Schwab ETFs every investor should own
24/7 Wall St. spotlights SCHB, SCHX, and SCHD as core building blocks given ultra-low fees, broad exposure, and dividend discipline. The takeaway: simple, diversified ETFs can anchor long-term portfolios through shifting cycles.
2 top stock recommendations from Rajesh Bhosale
The Economic Times relays Rajesh Bhosale's view that India's market is consolidating at highs but remains a buy-on-dips setup, with MFSL and Tata Consumer flagged alongside defensive interest in BEL and Nestlé. It signals underlying breadth even as indices pause.
