Closing Bell Movers: Futures sustaining gains after massive rebound
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 09 2025
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Source: Business Insider
Market Performance: U.S. stock futures are showing gains following President Trump's tariff policy changes, with the S&P500 up 0.4%, Nasdaq 100 up 0.2%, and Dow Industrials up 0.6%. WTI crude oil prices have increased nearly a dollar above $63, while gold has risen by $15 per ounce.
Economic Outlook: Economists express caution regarding future volatility, with Goldman Sachs predicting a 45% chance of recession and Evercore estimating odds at 35%-40%. Investors are preparing for upcoming CPI data release.
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About ASYS
Amtech Systems, Inc. is a global manufacturer of thermal processing, wafer cleaning and chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) capital equipment and related consumables used in semiconductor, advanced mobility and renewable energy manufacturing applications. The Company’s segment includes Thermal Processing Solutions and Semiconductor Fabrication Solutions. The Thermal Processing Solutions include reflow equipment for chip packaging and electronic assembly, diffusion furnaces and furnaces used to produce ceramic-based power semiconductor packages and passive electronic components. The Semiconductor Fabrication Solutions include consumables, equipment and services for wafer polishing, cleaning, slicing and dicing. It sells process equipment and services used in the fabrication of semiconductor devices, such as silicon carbide (SiC), silicon power, electronic assemblies and modules to semiconductor device and module manufacturers globally, particularly in Asia, North America and Europe.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
