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strikeAug 5, 2026

Futures Hit New Record High On Strong Earnings Following Historic Call Buying Frenzy

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Futures Hit New Record High On Strong Earnings Following Historic Call Buying Frenzy S&P 500 futures are up following yesterday’s first ATH since June; both tech and small caps are lagging, pointing to another potential broadening.

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  • Tyler DurdenBy Tyler Durden

    Futures Hit New Record High On Strong Earnings Following Historic Call Buying Frenzy S&P 500 futures are up following yesterday’s first ATH since June; both tech and small caps are lagging, pointing to another potential broadening. A jump in US tech stocks is holding…

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