Pre-Market Report – Thursday 16 July: US markets gain - Mag & stocks do well - Apple hits record - SPI up 13 - Oil steady - BHP Quarterly - PPT bid revealed.

The S&P 500 rose on Wednesday, with major technology stocks advancing, as traders digested more data showing inflation is cooling.The broad market index finished up 0.38% at 7,572.40, while the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.62% to settle at 26,269.23. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 150.37 points, or 0.29%, to end at 52,658.64.Investors appeared to be paring exposure to key semiconductor stocks and moving into shares of certain Big Tech names. Notably, Amazon and Alphabet moved up around 3%, while Microsoft was higher by nearly 3%. Apple gained 4%, hitting a new all-time high.SPI up 15 - BHP quarterly - Gold eases - Oil steadyMarcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.