Dow Jones Futures: Market Pauses, But Key Areas Strong; Google Leads 7 Stocks In Buy Zones

Group 1 - Bank stocks are facing complex challenges and benefits heading into 2026 after an unusually strong year, raising questions about the sustainability of the rally [5] - The stock market rally has shown strong weekly gains for small caps and semiconductors, while major indexes experienced slight losses near their highs [5] - Notable stocks such as GE Vernova, nVent Electric, and Dycom Industries have moved into buy zones recently [5] Group 2 - BlackRock and GE Aerospace are highlighted as key stocks to watch in the upcoming market action [6] - The earnings calendar is headlined by surging Intel stock along with two other Nasdaq 100 giants [7] - Advanced Energy is leading a group of nine newcomers onto best stock lists, indicating a focus on emerging opportunities [8]