5 things to know before the stock market opens Monday

Boeing Admits Guilt in 737 Max Crashes: Enough Done? Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge related to two fatal 737 Max crashes, resulting in a $243.6 million fine and additional commitments to compliance and safety enhancements. This plea deal also involves Boeing's board meeting with victims' families and is pending judicial approval. Paramount Global and David Ellison's Skydance Media have announced a merger, with significant financial and legal terms adjusted to satisfy Paramount's controlling shareholder, potentially adding more changes if a better offer arises within 45 days. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reached record highs, driven by significant gains from Tesla and Nvidia, with investors optimistic about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts following a positive jobs report. Tesla's stock has recovered from earlier losses in 2024, fueled by a strong quarterly deliveries report that exceeded expectations despite a year-over-year decline, signaling resilience in its sales amidst ongoing discounts and incentives for its electric vehicle lineup.