Stock Market Newsยท2025-10-15 21:07Core Insights - U.S. equities showed mixed performance on October 15, 2025, influenced by corporate earnings reports and U.S.-China trade tensions [1] Major Index Performance - The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) rose 0.4% or 202.88 points to close at 46,270.46, driven by strong financial sector earnings, despite significant intraday volatility [2] - The S&P 500 (SPX) also increased by 0.4% to 6,671.06 points, reflecting mixed signals and fluctuations throughout the day [3] - The Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) was the best performer, climbing 0.7% to 22,670.08, supported by optimism in the semiconductor and AI sectors, although it faced extreme volatility [4] Upcoming Market Events - Investors are awaiting the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September, the Federal Reserve's Beige Book report, and the FOMC meeting minutes, which may influence future trading sessions [5] Major Stock News and Corporate Announcements - Bank of America (BAC) shares rose between 3.9% and 4.9% after reporting Q3 EPS of $1.06, exceeding estimates, while Morgan Stanley (MS) surged between 5% and 7.2% with a Q3 EPS of $2.80, driven by strong dealmaking [7] - Nvidia (NVDA) gained 1.2% to 2.5% due to robust demand for AI chips, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) soared close to 10% following a deal with Oracle [8] - A consortium including BlackRock, Microsoft, and Nvidia announced a $40 billion acquisition of Aligned Data Centers, enhancing cloud and AI infrastructure [9] Geopolitical Factors - U.S.-China trade tensions, including potential tariffs and embargoes, contributed to market volatility and increased gold prices, which reached over $4,200 per ounce, up nearly 60% for the year [12]