Nvidia and Walmart Could Ease Wall St.’s Jitters. Or Make Them Worse.

Target plans to invest an additional $1 billion to revitalize its sales, which have been declining. This investment comes as the retailer reported a 1.5% drop in net sales for the third quarter and has lowered its profit expectations for the year. The company aims to upgrade its stores to attract more customers and improve financial performance.

On November 19, 2025, the stock market showed signs of recovery with Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures turning positive as investors awaited Nvidia's earnings report. This live blog provides continuous updates on market movements and investor sentiment throughout the day.

Wolfe remains optimistic about Nvidia's stock performance ahead of its crucial earnings report. The investment firm believes that Nvidia's strong position in the AI sector will lead to positive results, despite broader market volatility and concerns about an AI bubble. Investors are closely monitoring Nvidia's performance as it is expected to significantly influence market sentiment.

Nokia has announced the separation of its artificial intelligence business into a distinct unit following a $1 billion investment from Nvidia. This strategic move aims to enhance Nokia's growth prospects in the rapidly evolving technology sector, particularly in AI-driven telecommunications.

US equity futures rose ahead of Nvidia's quarterly earnings report. Goldman Sachs President John Waldron described the recent market pullback as 'healthy.' President Trump announced plans to designate Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally following discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House. Robinhood CIO Stephanie Guild commented on the market's overall downturn.

The tech sector experienced a pause in its recent downturn, largely due to Nvidia's performance, while Japan's markets faced instability. Investors are closely monitoring Nvidia as it prepares to release its earnings report, which is expected to provide insights into the sustainability of the AI boom. Meanwhile, Japan's economic concerns have contributed to a negative investor sentiment.

Nvidia is set to report its earnings on Wednesday, with analysts predicting over 50% growth in both net income and revenue for its fiscal third quarter. This report is highly anticipated as it reflects Nvidia's significant role in the AI sector, which has seen substantial investments and growth recently.

"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" features discussions with prominent guests in global business, economics, finance, and politics. Based in London, the show provides exclusive interviews and market insights. Today's guests include Mohamed Kande, PwC Global Chairman; Jack Selby, AZ-VC Managing Partner; Brad Rogoff from Barclays; and Helene Budliger Artieda, Director of the Switzerland State Secretariat for Economic Affairs.