Nasdaq Index Extends Winning Streak to Nine Sessions Ahead of Higher Open

S. stocks are headed for a higher open on Monday, including the Nasdaq index. The Nasdaq enters the session up nine sessions in a row. This nine-session winning streak is the longest since 2023. Blue Owl software stock bounced 6% on Friday.

OBDC is a business development company. Goldman did not have trouble with its internal BDC yesterday.

Airline Shares Rise After Reported Deal Pitch United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby pitched a deal with American Airlines at the White House during a meeting with President Donald Trump in late February, according to media reports.

5%. American Airlines shares are up nearly 9%.

Starbucks Price Targets Raised Ahead of Earnings Citi raised its Starbucks price target to $99 from $92 ahead of earnings.

Analysts said that store closures and marketing initiatives should push same-store sales above estimates. Jefferies upgraded Starbucks stock yesterday.

Mixed Analyst Views on Microsoft Piper Sandler reiterated Microsoft as a buy but lowered its price target to $500 from $600.

Analysts pointed to weakness in enterprise software throughout 2026. Mizuho lowered its Microsoft price target to $515 from $620. Microsoft shares are down more than 20% year to date.

Apple and Alphabet Earnings Expectations Bank of America raised its Apple price target to $325 from $320 ahead of earnings.

Analysts predicted upside to estimates on strong iPhone sales and double-digit services revenue growth. Apple is expected to report on April 30. Citi added an 'upside 90-day catalyst watch' on Alphabet into earnings.

Alphabet is expected to report on April 29. Analysts said that Alphabet will likely beat expectations given its positive online advertising checks. Citi raised Alphabet's price target to $405 from $390.

Citi reiterated Alphabet stock as a buy.