Futures end higher beta stocks particularly in AI

Higher beta stocks particularly in AI and cloud sectors outperformed. Earnings momentum screens suggest tech leadership could persist if revenue beats align with robust forward guidance. It still isn't a great look for the second-round pick Shough, but he'd almost surely be the starter in future weeks if Spencer Rattler got hurt Sunday. • Chicago Board of Trade soyoil futures (BOv1) fell 0.16% on Friday and marked a slight weekly gain. Futures end levels in wheat declined 2.4% to $6.17/bushel on stronger supply outlook. Consumer staples equities tied to food production could benefit from easing input costs in Q3.