Monday Market Shakeup: Stocks and Crypto Slide Before Earnings Rush and Jobs Report
Monday Market Shakeup: Before Earnings Rush and Jobs Report
Welcome to your daily dose of market insights. Today, we dive into the fresh volatility hitting both crypto and traditional stocks.
Crypto Market Takes a Hit: Bitcoin Dips, Then Bounces
Bitcoin led the crypto downturn, briefly touching $74,000 early Monday before climbing back above $76,000. This quick swing highlights how low trading volumes on weekends can spark wild price action. Sellers dominated the last 12 hours, wiping out $510 million in leveraged positions.
- Long positions suffered the most: $391.6 million liquidated.
- Short positions lost $118.6 million.
Ethereum felt the pain too, dropping over 8% in 24 hours. BNB, XRP, and Solana each fell 4% to 6%. Even meme coins like Dogecoin and TRON posted losses as buyers pulled back.
Why the drama? Weekend markets are thin. With traditional exchanges closed and big institutions sidelined, order books get shallow. Small sell orders punch through support levels fast. But the flip side is true too – buyers can rebound prices just as quickly, as we saw with Bitcoin’s recovery.
Stock Futures Point Lower: Tech and Broader Indices Slide
US stock futures opened weak Monday. Nasdaq 100 futures shed 1%, S&P 500 futures lost 0.8%, and Dow Jones futures dropped 0.6%. This follows Friday’s sell-off, with investors spooked by a brutal crash in precious metals.
Gold plunged up to 10% early Monday, while silver tanked over 15% after a record 30% single-day drop Friday. Both metals clawed back some ground by midday, but the unwind erases much of their 2026 gains. These moves rattled commodity-linked stocks and added to overall caution.
Fed Uncertainty and Trump’s Nominee Stir the Pot
President Trump’s pick of Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve chair ramps up jitters. Traders wonder how this could shift interest rate plans. Most still bet on two cuts by year-end, but uncertainty lingers amid mixed AI investment signals.
Nvidia and AI stocks have powered 2026 markets so far. Earnings have split winners from losers, and this week’s reports could swing sentiment big time.
Big Earnings Week Ahead: Who to Watch
Over 100 S&P 500 firms report this week, starting with heavy hitters. Key names include:
- Amazon (AMZN)
- Alphabet (GOOGL)
- Disney (DIS)
- Palantir (PLTR)
- Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)
- And many more like Uber, Qualcomm, and Eli Lilly.
Disney kicks off Monday with expected EPS of $1.57 and revenue around $25.74 billion. Tech and AI focus will dominate, as investors hunt for growth clues in a shaky macro environment.
Pro Tip: Earnings beats in AI could spark rallies, while misses might deepen the
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Friday’s Jobs Report: A Market Mover
The January jobs data drops Friday morning. Forecasts call for 65,000 new jobs added, with unemployment steady at 4.4%. Stronger numbers could delay rate cuts; weaker ones might accelerate them.
This report often sways Fed bets and risk assets like crypto. Bitcoin, sensitive to liquidity, could see amplified moves post-release.
Global Glimpses: China Data and Dollar Strength
China’s January manufacturing numbers were mixed – private surveys showed slight growth, official ones contraction. But Beijing’s yuan controls limit direct crypto impact.
The US dollar gained ground Monday, strongest against commodity-tied currencies like AUD and NZD. This ties into the gold and silver rout, pressuring risk assets further.
Stock Spotlights: Winners and Losers in Pre-Market
- Estée Lauder (EL) up 6% on a new distribution deal with over 850 US stores.
- GameStop (GME) climbing after CEO Ryan Cohen eyes acquisitions.
- Newmont (NEM) down 3%+ as gold stays weak.
These moves show pockets of strength amid broader
What It Means for Traders and Investors
Thin liquidity means volatility stays high. Crypto traders: Watch leverage levels to avoid liquidation traps. Stock investors: Earnings guidance will be key – AI hype meets reality checks.
Bitcoin below $80,000 for the first time since April signals caution, but dips often lure buyers in bull markets. Precious metals’ crash might signal inflation fears easing, a plus for rate-cut hopes.
Stay nimble this week. Use stop-losses, eye support levels (BTC at $74k, ETH key zones), and track Fed chatter around Warsh.
Final Thoughts: Eyes on the Horizon
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What’s your take? Bullish rebound or more downside? Drop thoughts in comments.
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