U.S. stock futures rose modestly on August 8, 2025, supported by gains in the technology sector and strong corporate earnings reports. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq increased by approximately 0.18% to 0.4%, with the Nasdaq approaching a record closing high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also edged up between 0.12% and 0.3%. These gains occurred amid ongoing concerns about tariffs, including a notable impact on gold prices, which surged during the session. Investors were also focused on the Federal Reserve's leadership transition as the week concluded with a mix of earnings results and tariff updates influencing market sentiment. Key market movers included companies such as Newmont Corporation (NEM), Barrick Gold (GOLD), Under Armour (UAA), Expedia Group (EXPE), The Trade Desk (TTD), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM), and SoftBank.