Jan 19, 2025 · QQQ/SPY Market Review · 13 headlines
U.S. markets were closed, leaving QQQ at $522.24 and SPY at $598.24 with no session move. Weekend headlines centered on a broad incoming executive-order package, border and energy emergency plans, support for large AI facilities, and competing responses to TikTok's U.S. disruption. Apple's planned U.S. investment, the Gaza ceasefire, and crypto-token volatility added company and risk context.
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Reports said the Trump team was finalizing about 100 executive orders, including initial immigration restrictions. Separate statements pointed to planned national emergencies at the border and in energy, plus emergency powers for large AI facilities.
Trump said he would restore TikTok operation, Perplexity reportedly submitted a $50 billion merger proposal, and Instagram unveiled its Edits creation app amid uncertainty over TikTok's U.S. operation.
Trump said Tim Cook told him Apple would make a massive investment in the United States, adding a direct large-cap technology investment signal.
The Gaza ceasefire began with three hostages entering Israel after 471 days. In crypto, Trump's official meme coin fell 36% as Melania Trump launched a separate token.
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