Closing Bell: Markets Rebound as President Trump Unveils Framework for Greenland Deal

Key Points

• U.S. equities surged after President Trump announced a framework for a future Greenland deal.
• United Airlines rose 2.2% after reporting record Q4 revenue of $15.4 billion and adjusted EPS of $3.10.
• Halliburton posted a strong earnings beat, supported by 7% international revenue growth and accelerating well-construction activity

Markets closed sharply higher after President Trump announced a “framework for a future deal regarding Greenland.” The S&P 500 (SPX) finished 1.16% higher, the Nasdaq-100 (NDX) advanced 1.36%, and the Russell 2000(RUT) outperformed, gaining 2.0% on the session. Energy, Materials, and Health Care led the market higher.

United Airlines Reports Strong Results

United Airlines (UAL) shares closed 2.2% higher after the company reported strong earnings. Fourth-quarter revenue came in at $15.4 billion—the highest in the company’s history—while adjusted EPS totaled $3.10. Premium revenue increased 9% year over year as the airline continues to add capacity in key geographic regions that offer higher profit margins. United also plans to take delivery of more than 100 narrow-body Boeing aircraft in 2026.

Halliburton Earnings Confirm Industry Strength

The oilfield services provider reported earnings that far exceeded analyst expectations, posting fourth-quarter revenue of $5.7 billion versus consensus estimates of $5.41 billion, along with adjusted EPS of $0.69 compared to expectations of $0.55. Results were driven by strong international performance, with international revenue rising 7% as tool sales and well-construction activity continued to accelerate. Management also noted the company’s ability to “scale up fairly quickly in Venezuela,” which could support additional revenue growth in the coming years as the energy market refocuses on rebuilding the country’s deteriorated infrastructure.

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