NewsWare’s Trade Talk: Tuesday, April 19

S&P Futures are lower this morning as Russia's offensive on the eastern front is weighing on the markets this morning. earnings announcements will be the key catalysts for today. This afternoon we will be hearing from IBKR, IBM & NFLX. This morning, JNJ's FY22 guidance came in weaker than expected. Later today, Housing Starts for March are scheduled for release. Late yesterday, it was reported that Apollo Global is considering joining Musk's bid to take TWTR private. Apollo could make a bid itself or join Musk in his efforts.