"Market Update: Stocks Rally as Futures Rise and Commodities Remain Strong"

Dow Jones futures rose after a surprise jump in jobless claims, with Nvidia and Tesla rallying. The Labor Department reported a rise in first-time jobless claims, potentially paving the way for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. Tech-focused Nasdaq 100 futures climbed, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted gains. Google-parent Alphabet, Arista Networks, DraftKings, and ServiceNow are among the best stocks to watch. Disney, IBM, and Verizon are also in focus. Apple and Microsoft traded higher ahead of the stock market open.