iShares MSCI Emerging Index Fund (ARCA: EEM)

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The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (the Underlying Index), which is designed to measure equity market performance in the global emerging markets. As of August 31, 2023, the Underlying Index consisted of securities from the following 24 emerging market countries: Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. The Underlying Index includes large- and mid-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of August 31, 2023, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the financials and technology industries or sectors. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. BFA uses an indexing approach to try to achieve the Fund's investment objective. Unlike many investment companies, the Fund does not try to beat the index it tracks and does not seek temporary defensive positions when markets decline or appear overvalued.

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On Friday, May 16th, U.S. markets closed higher, fueled by a U.S.-China tariff truce, despite worsening consumer sentiment and surging inflation expectations. The S&amp;P 500 and Dow posted weekly gains, but extended-hours trading turned negative after Moody&#8217;s cut the U.S. credit rating. Analysts warned of continued volatility as tariff effects and unresolved tax policy loom.
In economic data, U.S. consumer sentiment slipped to 50.8 in May, down from 52.2 in April and below the expected 53.4. U.S. import and export prices rose 0.1% in April, defying expectations of declines and rebounding from previous drops.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose, led by health care, utilities, and real estate, while energy stocks closed lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.78% to 42,654.74, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.70% to 5,958.38, while the Nasdaq was up 0.52% at 19,112.32.
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Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225, closed 0.74% lower at 37,473.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.58%, ending the session at 8,295.10, led by losses in the Energy, Resources, and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.36% at 24,929.20, and Nifty 500 fell 0.09% to 22,850.70.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was flat 0.00% at 3,367.58 and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.31% at 3,877.15.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.05% lower at 23,332.72.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 06:00 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.74%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.15%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 slid 0.72%.</li>
<li>The U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.61%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 06:00 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.68% at $61.55/bbl, and Brent was down 0.67% at $64.97/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dipped as Moody&#8217;s U.S. credit downgrade and weak Chinese data raised demand concerns.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 2.58% to $3.250.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.74% at $3,242.66, Silver was up 1.02% to $32.685, and Copper rose 0.78% to $4.6290.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 06:00 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.79%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 1.17%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.60%.
Forex at 06:00 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.88% to 100.20, USD/JPY was down 0.49% to 144.90, and USD/AUD slid 0.61% to 1.5522.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar fell Monday, hitting a 10-day low against the yen, after Moody&#8217;s downgraded the U.S. credit rating, and rising trade tensions clouded investor sentiment.</li>
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Asia And Europe Markets Dip, Dollar Slips After US Credit Downgrade - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, May 15, U.S. markets closed mixed as Cisco rose on strong guidance linked to AI demand, while UnitedHealth fell sharply after reports of a criminal Medicare fraud probe. Amazon and Walmart slipped amid tariff concerns. Investors remain optimistic about potential trade deals, though inflation data stayed soft and companies continue to pull forecasts due to uncertainty.
In economic data, U.S. jobless claims held steady at 229,000 for the week ending May 10. April retail sales rose just 0.1%, down from March's revised 1.7% gain. Producer prices fell 0.5% in April, missing expectations for a 0.2% rise.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.65% to 42,322.75, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.41% to 5,916.93, while the Nasdaq declined 0.18% to 19,112.32.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.01% higher at 37,757.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.56%, ending the session at 8,343.70, led by gains in the Gold, A-REITs, and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 0.16% at 25,023.70, and Nifty 500 rose 0.38% to 22,874.90.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite declined 0.40% to 3,367.46, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.46% to 3,889.09.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.46% lower at 23,345.05.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.61%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.80%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.70%.</li>
<li>The U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.62%.</li>
<li>European stocks rose, capping a strong week driven by upbeat earnings and a U.S.-China trade truce, while low oil prices and soft U.S. data supported global markets and bonds.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.06% at $61.65/bbl, and Brent was up 0.08% at $64.58/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.48% to $3.346.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.41% at $3,212.94, Silver was down 0.81% to $32.423, and Copper fell 1.49% to $4.6145.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.33%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.22%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.22%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.07% to 100.74, USD/JPY was down 0.08% to 145.54, and USD/AUD slid 0.22% to 1.5576.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Advances, Dollar Pressured By Soft US Inflation Data - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, May 14, U.S. markets closed mixed. The S&amp;P 500 closed slightly higher after a quiet session, with investors awaiting economic data following gains earlier in the week tied to easing inflation and a U.S.-China tariff pause.
Tech stocks rose on AI deals in the Middle East, while trade uncertainty and Fed signals kept markets cautious. The Dow slipped, and the Nasdaq advanced.
In economic data, U.S. mortgage applications rose slightly in the week ending May 9, up 1.1% from the previous week, easing after an 11% jump the week before.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Wednesday, led by losses in health care, materials, and real estate, while tech and communication stocks gained.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.21% to 42,051.06, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.10% to 5,892.58, and the Nasdaq surged 0.71% to 19,146.81.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Thursday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.88% lower at 37,793.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.22%, ending the session at 8,297.50, led by gains in the IT, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 1.52% at 25,044.25, and Nifty 500 rose 1.24% to 22,777.70.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite declined 0.68% to 3,380.82, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.91% at 3,907.20.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.79% lower at 23,453.16.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 06:00 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.49%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index declined 0.10%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 fell 0.22%.</li>
<li>The U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.08%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 06:00 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 3.71% at $60.81/bbl, and Brent was down 3.50% at $63.81/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices plunged nearly 4% on hopes of a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal that could boost supply, while global stocks paused after a rally driven by trade truce optimism and Middle East deals.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.23% to $3.486.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.34% at $3,177.70, Silver was down 0.64% to $32.230, and Copper fell 0.53% to $4.6263.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 06:00 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.31%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.49%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.67%.
Forex at 06:00 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.28% to 100.79, USD/JPY was down 0.55% to 145.87, and USD/AUD rose 0.22% to 1.5589.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Slips; Dollar Slides Amid Fed Uncertainty - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, May 13th, U.S. markets closed mixed; the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher for a second day as cooling April inflation and a U.S.-China trade truce boosted investor confidence. The Dow slipped, weighed down by a steep drop in UnitedHealth shares. Traders expect the Fed to hold off on rate cuts until later this year, as recession concerns eased.
According to economic data, April U.S. inflation came in slightly below expectations, with headline CPI and core CPI rising by 0.2% month-over-month. Year-over-year, CPI slowed to 2.3%, while core CPI held steady at 2.8%, matching forecasts.
Six of the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s 11 major sectors ended the day higher, with technology leading the gains. Healthcare was the weakest performer, posting the largest decline.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.64% to 42,140.43, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.72% to 5,886.55, and the Nasdaq surged 1.61% to 19,010.09.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.14% lower at 38,130.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.13%, ending the session at 8,279.60, led by gains in the Energy, IT, and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.32% at 24,658.40, and Nifty 500 rose 0.60% to 22,483.85.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.86% to 3,403.95, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 1.21% to 3,943.21.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 2.30% higher at 23,640.65.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.55%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.41%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.64%.</li>
<li>The U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.11%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.18% at $62.91/bbl, and Brent was down 1.13% at $65.88/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dipped as traders anticipated a U.S. inventory build, despite support from a U.S.-China tariff pause and easing demand concerns amid broader geopolitical and trade-related developments.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 1.81% to $3.581.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.26% at $3,239.34, Silver was down 0.44% to $32.953, and Copper fell 0.49% to $4.7000.</li>
<li>Gold prices fell in Asia as easing U.S.-China trade tensions and soft U.S. inflation data reduced safe-haven demand.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.04%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.05%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.03%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.63% to 101.35, USD/JPY was down 1.15% to 145.81, and USD/AUD fell 0.20% to 1.5421.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar fell further on Wednesday after weaker April inflation data raised expectations for Fed rate cuts.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Gain, Europe Dips, Dollar Pressured By Soft Inflation Data - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, May 12, U.S. markets closed sharply higher after the U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day temporary tariff reduction, easing trade tensions that had escalated since April. The S&amp;P 500 reached its highest level since early March. Investors shifted toward riskier assets, prompting a relief rally, though analysts warned of potential long-term complications.
In economic news, the U.S. government reported a $258 billion budget surplus for April, marking a 23% increase from last year.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Monday, led by technology, consumer discretionary, and communication services, while utilities declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 2.81% to 42,410.10, the S&amp;P 500 gained 3.26% to 5,844.19, and the Nasdaq surged 4.35% to 18,708.34.
Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Tuesday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 1.54% higher at 38,224.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.43%, ending the session at 8,269.00, led by gains in the IT, Energy, and Healthcare sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 1.42% at 24,567.90, and Nifty 500 fell 0.74% to 22,344.45.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite gained 0.17% to 3,374.87, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 0.15% at 3,896.26.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 1.87% lower at 23,108.27.</li>
</ul>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.01%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.02%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.05%.</li>
<li>The U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.01%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.65% at $62.34/bbl, and Brent was up 0.48% at $65.28/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose, supported by strong fuel demand, though gains were capped by rising OPEC+ supply and uncertainty over the lasting impact of the U.S.-China trade truce.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.93% to $3.680.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.87% at $3,255.44, Silver was up 1.83% to $33.225, and Copper rose 0.80% to $4.6580.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.16%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.35%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.43%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.26% to 101.56, USD/JPY was down 0.36% to 147.90, and USD/AUD fell 0.60% to 1.5600.</li>
<li>The dollar eased slightly on Tuesday but held most of its gains from the previous session, driven by optimism over the U.S.-China tariff truce.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Trade Mixed Following US-China Tariff Deal Optimism - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, May 9th, U.S. markets closed mixed, as investors focused on Trump&#8217;s call to lower Chinese tariffs ahead of weekend trade talks. While earnings remained strong, concerns over trade tensions and economic risks kept markets subdued. Energy stocks gained, but healthcare lagged, and Fed officials warned of growing tariff-related risks.
According to economic data, U.S. jobless claims dropped by 13,000 to 228,000, beating the 230,000 estimate, while nonfarm labor productivity fell by 0.8%, slightly worse than the expected 0.7% decline.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher Friday, led by real estate, consumer discretionary, and energy. Health care and communication services declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.29% at 41,249.38, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.07% to 5,659.91, and the Nasdaq was almost flat at 17,928.92.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.42% higher at 37,660.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.03%, ending the session at 8,233.50, led by gains in the Energy, Resources, and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 3.81% at 24,924.05, and Nifty 500 rose 3.84% to 22,512.15.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.82% to 3,369.24, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 1.16% to 3,890.61.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 2.98% higher at 23,549.46.</li>
<li>The U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day pause and mutual tariff cuts, easing fears of further escalation. Stocks and currencies rallied, though some high levies remain and economic risks linger.</li>
</ul>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 1.85%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 1.12%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 1.51%.</li>
<li>The U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.42%.</li>
<li>European stocks rose on hopes of a China-U.S. trade deal, oil prices climbed, and UniCredit posted record profits. Meanwhile, markets eyed a likely ECB rate cut in June.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 3.10% at $62.91/bbl, and Brent was up 2.88% at $65.69/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.55% to $3.816.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 3.69% at $3,220.96, Silver was down 1.96% to $32.265, and Copper rose 0.11% to $4.6570.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 2.20%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 2.82%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 3.80%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. dollar index gained 1.31% to 101.66, the USD/JPY rose 1.89% to 148.11, and the USD/AUD rose 0.25% to 1.5635.</li>
<li>The dollar jumped to a one-month high after a U.S.-China tariff truce boosted investor confidence, lifting it sharply against the yen and Swiss franc. Easing geopolitical tensions and optimism over further trade talks also supported gains.</li>
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Asia And Europe Markets Advance On China-US Tariff Pause, Oil Gains 3% - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, May 8th, U.S. markets closed higher after a new trade deal between the U.S. and the U.K. lowered tariffs and secured major Boeing orders, boosting airline and industrial shares. Investors were further encouraged by Trump's hints at meaningful China talks.
Markets rose broadly, with small-cap and semiconductor stocks gaining despite ongoing concerns over inflation and the labor market.
In economic data, U.S. jobless claims fell by 13,000 to 228,000 last week, beating estimates of 230,000. Labor productivity dropped 0.8% in Q1, more than the expected 0.7% decline.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose on Thursday, led by industrials, consumer discretionary, and energy, while health care and utilities closed lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.62% at 41,368.45, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.58% to 5,663.94, and the Nasdaq rose 1.07% to 17,928.14.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 1.51% higher at 37,485.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.48%, ending the session at 8,231.20, led by gains in the IT, Financials, and Consumer Staples sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 1.14% at 23,996.65, and Nifty 500 fell 0.84% to 21,662.20.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite declined 0.30% to 3,342.00, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.17% at 3,846.16.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.40% higher at 22,867.74.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.40%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.58%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.67%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.46%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.72% at $60.93/bbl, and Brent was up 1.59% at $63.84/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose, heading for weekly gains, as U.S.-China trade tensions eased and Britain reached a trade deal. OPEC+ output shifts and Iran sanctions added supply pressures.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.56% to $3.648.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.72% at $3,329.81, Silver was up 0.49% to $32.775, and Copper fell 0.02% to $4.6030.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.08%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.09%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.20%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.22% to 100.42, USD/JPY was down 0.45% to 145.21, and USD/AUD slid 0.01% to 1.5626.</li>
<li>The dollar rose this week on U.S.-China trade hopes and fewer Fed rate cut bets, while the euro, yen, and sterling slipped; bitcoin and Asian currencies surged.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Eurozone Gains; Oil Rises On Trade Deal Hopes - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, May 6th, U.S. markets closed lower, as Trump's tariff uncertainty shook investor confidence, prompting companies like Ford and Mattel to withdraw forecasts. Major indexes fell, with Palantir, Clorox, and DoorDash among the notable losers.
Investors remain cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision, as inflation concerns and economic uncertainty continue to weigh on sentiment.
In economic data, the trade deficit hit $140.5 billion, rising 14% from February as imports surged 4.4% to $419 billion, mainly due to higher consumer goods.
Nine of eleven S&amp;P 500 sectors fell, led by healthcare and consumer discretionary, while utilities and energy posted small gains.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.95% at 40,829.00, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.77% to 5,606.91, and the Nasdaq slid 0.87% to 17,689.66.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.20% lower at 36,755.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.33%, ending the session at 8,178.30, led by gains in the Energy, Consumer Discretionary, and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.10% at 24,405.05, and Nifty 500 rose 0.54% to 22,075.70.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite gained 0.80% to 3,342.67, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 0.61% at 3,831.63.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.13% higher at 22,691.88.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.37%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index declined 0.17%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 slid 0.68%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.38%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.56% at $59.40/bbl, and Brent was up 0.37% at $62.39/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 3.87% to $3.597.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 1.16% at $3,383209, Silver was down 1.22% to $32.970, and Copper fell 1.54% to $4.7030.</li>
</ul>
US Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.53%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.57%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.59%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.12% to 99.40, USD/JPY was up 0.47% to 143.22, and USD/AUD rose 0.36% to 1.5452.
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Asia Markets Gain, Europe Slides And Gold Retreats - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, May 5th, U.S. markets closed lower, ending their winning streaks, as markets reacted to Trump&#8217;s tariff on foreign films. Energy stocks lagged, Berkshire Hathaway stumbled after Buffett&#8217;s exit news, and Netflix, Amazon, and Paramount saw losses. Investors are now focused on the upcoming Fed decision amid rising inflation concerns and profit risks.
According to economic data, the ISM services PMI climbed to 51.6 in April, up from March&#8217;s nine-month low of 50.8, beating market expectations of 50.6.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell, led by energy, consumer discretionary, and tech, while consumer staples edged higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.24% at 41,218.83, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.64% to 5,650.38, and the Nasdaq slid 0.74% to 17,844.24.
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Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>Japan&#8217;s market closed for the Greenery Day holiday.</li>
<li>On Tuesday, Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.08%, ending the session at 8,151.40, led by losses in the Healthcare, Consumer Staples, and Financials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.28% at 24,391.85, and Nifty 500 fell 1.03% to 24,391.85.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 1.13% to 3,316.11, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was up 1.01% to 3,808.54.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.70% higher at 22,662.71.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.90%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 1.22%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 slid 0.70%.</li>
<li>The U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.18%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 2.89% at $58.78/bbl, and Brent was up 2.86% at $61.95/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil rebounded after six declines, lifted by bargain hunting, China&#8217;s return, and technical factors, despite lingering concerns over rising OPEC+ supply and global demand.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.97% to $3.621.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 2.06% at $3,390.89, Silver was up 2.47% to $33.275, and Copper rose 0.04% to $4.7013.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.70%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.81%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.12%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.02% to 99.97, USD/JPY was down 0.26% to 143.31, and USD/AUD gained 0.36% to 1.5515.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar slipped as investors grew cautious over Trump&#8217;s trade policies and awaited the Fed decision.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Slips, Gold Nears $3,400 Again - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, May 2nd, U.S. markets closed higher, as strong U.S. jobs data and signs of U.S.-China tariff talks boosted risk appetite. The S&amp;P 500 marked its longest winning streak in over 20 years. While megacap tech stocks cooled, financials and chipmakers outperformed. Treasury yields surged, and European markets closed higher on revived trade hopes.
In economic data, U.S. nonfarm payrolls rose 177,000, beating forecasts and easing tariff worries, while the jobless rate held at 4.2%. March factory orders jumped 4.3% to $618.8 billion.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Friday, led by financials, communication services, and industrials, while healthcare and consumer staples fell.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.39% to 41,317.43, the S&amp;P 500 gained 1.47% to 5,686.67, while the Nasdaq gained 1.51% to 17,977.73.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>Japan's market closed for the Children's Day holiday.</li>
<li>On Monday, Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.97%, ending the session at 8,157.80, which was led by losses in the energy, financials, and telecoms services sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.48% at 24,463.40, and Nifty 500 rose 0.89% to 22,201.65.</li>
<li>China markets closed for the Labour Day holiday.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.30%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.60%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 slid 0.53%.</li>
<li>The U.K. market closed for the Bank Holiday.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.49% at $57.43/bbl, and Brent was down 1.39% at $60.44/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dropped as OPEC+ agreed to accelerate production hikes, raising concerns about oversupply and weakening demand.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.60% to $3688.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 2.16% at $3,313.89, Silver was up 1.03% to $32.588, and Copper rose 1.63% to $4.7487.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.67%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.78% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.91%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.36% to 99.68, USD/JPY was down 0.72% to 143.91, and USD/AUD declined 0.73% to 1.5404.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened as the Taiwan dollar surged, fueling Asian currency speculation. Despite strong jobs data, Fed rate cut bets shifted to July, while Europe's currencies edged higher.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Gold Gains, Oil Slides On OPEC+ Output Hike - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, May 1st, U.S. markets closed higher, with the Dow and S&amp;P 500 extending their winning streak as strong earnings from Microsoft and Meta boosted confidence. Microsoft jumped on cloud growth optimism, briefly surpassing Apple as the most valuable company, while Meta stock gained on strong ad results. Positive earnings helped ease concerns over AI spending and tariffs.
In economic data, U.S. construction spending fell 0.5% in March to $2,196.1 billion. The ISM manufacturing PMI slipped to 48.7 in April, above estimates of 48. Jobless claims rose by 18,000 to 241,000, exceeding the expected 224,000.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Thursday, led by gains in tech, communication services, and consumer discretionary, while healthcare and staples fell.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.21% to 40,752.96, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.63% to 5,604.14, while the Nasdaq gained 1.52% to 17,710.74.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed higher by 0.98% at 36,809.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 1.13%, ending the session at 8,238.00, led by gains in the Energy, Healthcare, and Consumer Staples sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.20% at 24,384.40, and Nifty 500 rose 0.05% to 22,040.70.</li>
<li>China markets closed for the Labour Day holiday.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 1.74% higher at 22,504.68.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 1.30%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 1.57%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 slid 1.44%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.71%.</li>
<li>European stocks surged Friday on hopes of U.S.-China trade talks, strong corporate earnings, and improving manufacturing data, while oil prices edged higher after a tough week.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.81% at $58.76/bbl, and Brent was down 0.76% at $61.66/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.92% to $3.447.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.60% at $3,273.96, Silver was up 0.88% to $32.478, and Copper rose 1.36% to $4.6903.</li>
<li>Gold rose in Asia as the dollar dipped ahead of U.S. payroll data, though gains were capped by China's trade talk signals. Gold faces a weekly loss after recent declines.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.39%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.34%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.15%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.51% to 99.68, USD/JPY was down 0.62% to 144.56, and USD/AUD declined 0.90% to 1.5525.</li>
<li>The dollar slipped Friday on easing trade tensions but remained on track for a weekly gain as markets awaited U.S. jobs data.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Advance; Gold Up On Softer Dollar - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, April 30, U.S. markets closed mixed as the Dow and S&amp;P 500 staged a late rebound, overcoming a surprise 0.3% GDP contraction — the first in three years. Consumer spending jumped 0.7%, easing stagflation concerns, while Meta and Microsoft surged on strong earnings. AI sector jitters, tariff tensions, and Fed rate cut bets fueled market volatility, with trading volumes below average.
In economic data, U.S. GDP fell 0.3% last quarter, the first decline since 2022, missing 0.4% growth forecasts. April's ADP report showed just 62,000 new private jobs, the weakest in nine months.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher Wednesday, led by health care, industrials, and consumer staples, while energy and consumer discretionary lagged.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.35% to 40,669.36, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.15% to 5,569.06, while the Nasdaq declined 0.09% to 17,446.34.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday. Japan's Nikkei 225 closed higher by 1.22% at 36,486.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>The BOJ held rates steady and cut growth forecasts, citing U.S. tariffs, but still expects to hit its 2% inflation target by late 2026.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.24%, ending the session at 8,145.60, led by gains in the IT, A-REITs, and Consumer Staples sectors.</li>
<li>India market is closed for the Maharashtra Day holiday.</li>
<li>China markets closed for the Labor Day holiday.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index closed for the Labor Day holiday.</li>
<li>German markets closed for the Labor Day holiday.</li>
<li>France markets closed for the Labor Day holiday.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.02%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 2.25% at $56.89/bbl, and Brent was down 2.11% at $59.77/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 2.56% to $3.411.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 2.66% at $3,231.94, Silver was down 1.20% to $32.140, and Copper rose 0.86% to $4.6485.</li>
<li>Gold prices fell for a third session as hopes for U.S. trade deals reduced safe-haven demand. Weak U.S. GDP data fueled rate-cut speculation, and copper prices edged higher on easing U.S.-China trade tensions.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.75%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 1.22%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.71%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. dollar index rose 0.21% to 99.85, the USD/JPY rose 0.99% to 144.35, and the USD/AUD gained 0.33% to 1.5672.
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Gold Slides On Trade Optimism, Dollar Strengthens - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, April 29, U.S. markets closed higher as investors weighed strong corporate earnings, evolving U.S.-China tariff developments, and growing recession concerns.
The Dow led the gains, while oil and gold prices declined. Canada pushed back against Trump's trade stance, and China eased certain tariffs. Market sentiment remained sensitive to political shifts, with upcoming earnings from major AI-focused tech firms and weak U.S. consumer data in focus.
On the economic front, U.S. job openings fell to 7.19 million in March, missing expectations. Wholesale inventories rose 0.5% to $908 billion, suggesting stronger stockpiling. Meanwhile, the goods trade deficit widened sharply to $162 billion, exceeding forecasts and indicating increased import demand.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed higher, led by financials, materials, and consumer staples. Energy stocks lagged, closing lower and diverging from the broader market trend.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.75% to 40,527.62, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.58% to 5,560.83, and the Nasdaq climbed 0.55% to 17,461.32.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday. Japan's Nikkei 225 closed higher by 0.57% at 36,043.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.     </li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.69%, ending the session at 8,126.20, led by gains in the IT, A-REITs, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 0.31% at 24,261.00, and Nifty 500 slid 0.63  % to 21,973.55.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite slid 0.23% to 3,279.03, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.12% at 3,770.57.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed 0.51% higher at 22,119.41.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.24%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.51%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.55%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.13%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.58% at $60.05/bbl, and Brent was down 0.57% at $62.92/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices extended losses, with Brent and WTI on track for their steepest monthly drops since late 2021. Weighed by trade war fears, weak demand outlook, rising supply from OPEC+, and growing U.S. inventories, crude markets remain under pressure despite efforts to ease auto tariff impacts.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.74% to $3.361.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 1.47% at $3,285.25, Silver was down 3.31% to $32.175, and Copper fell 4.63% to $4.6457.</li>
<li>Gold prices slipped Wednesday as easing U.S. auto tariffs and trade optimism pressured safe-haven demand.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.05%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.13%, and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 0.27%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.23% to 99.44, USD/JPY was up 0.56% to 143.06, and USD/AUD fell 0.18% to 1.5638.</li>
<li>The dollar firmed slightly Wednesday but was still heading for its weakest month since November 2022, as investors fled U.S. assets amid tariff fears.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Mixed, Europe Markets Gain; Gold Softens On Easing Tensions - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, April 28, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the S&amp;P 500 and Dow posting modest gains while the Nasdaq dipped. Weakness in mega caps like Nvidia and Amazon weighed on sentiment as investors awaited major tech earnings and key economic data. Uncertainty around trade policies and Sino-U.S. negotiations kept markets cautious despite recent stabilization.
In economic data, the Dallas Fed reported that Texas manufacturing activity weakened in April, with its general business activity index falling by 19.5 points to -35.8.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors advanced Monday, led by real estate, energy, and utilities, while consumer staples and tech lagged.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.28% to 40,227.59, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.06% to 5,528.75, while the Nasdaq declined 0.10% to 17,366.13.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>Japan's market closed for the Showa Day holiday.</li>
<li>On Tuesday, Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.92%, ending the session at 8,070.60, led by gains in the Energy, Utilities, and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.05% at 24,336.50, and Nifty 500 rose 0.09% to 22,122.25.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite slid 0.05% to 3,286.65, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.17% at 3,775.08.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed 0.18% higher at 22,008.11.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.02%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.79%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 slid 0.03%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.09%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.24% at $61.28/bbl, and Brent was down 1.28% at $63.96/bbl.</li>
<li>Crude oil prices fell as U.S.-China trade tensions weakened demand expectations. OPEC+ output talks, refinery outages, and rising U.S. stockpiles added further pressure on prices.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.63% to $3.322.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.80% at $3,320.89, Silver was up 0.93% to $33.313, and Copper rose 1.228% to $4.9516.</li>
<li>Gold prices fell as easing U.S. auto tariffs calmed trade fears.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.22%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.15 %, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.19%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.33% to 99.26, USD/JPY was up 0.49% to 142.71, and USD/AUD gained 0.24% to 1.5586.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar edged higher but remained on track for a sharp monthly loss amid tariff uncertainty and economic slowdown fears, while investors awaited key U.S. data and global trade updates.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Gold Dips On Trade Truce Hope  - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On April 24, 2025, iShares MSCI Argentina and Global Exposure ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARGT#NYSE">ARGT</a>) dashed ahead of leading indices, making even the S&amp;P 500 and the popular iShares MSCI Emerging Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEM#NYSE">EEM</a>) nervously trying to catch up.
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As reported by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/eric-balchunas">Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas</a>, ARGT closed at $42.35, a steep 3.5% daily advance from its earlier close of $40.90. In comparison, the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose just 0.5% to $498.12, and the Emerging Markets ETF, a broader indicator of emerging countries, managed a 1.2% gain, closing at $43.70.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">TIL The Argentina ETF has been absolutely destroying <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24SPY&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$SPY</a> and EM (altho that isn&#39;t that hard).. wow <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ARGT&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ARGT</a> <a href="https://t.co/S7GBs64yrS">pic.twitter.com/S7GBs64yrS</a>
&mdash; Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) <a href="https://twitter.com/EricBalchunas/status/1915394943587098962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2025</a></blockquote>
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So, what&#8217;s driving this Latin rally? Argentina&#8217;s recent move to relax long-standing currency controls has ignited investor enthusiasm. The government&#8217;s action was an appreciated tango step toward liberalization, drawing capital inflows and prompting a surge in equity demand, Blockchain News <a href="https://blockchain.news/flashnews/argentina-etf-outperforms-spy-and-emerging-markets-a-trading-analysis">said</a>. 
Also Read:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44568118/is-us-taking-cues-from-argentinas-bold-reforms-that-sparked-a-market-rally"> Is US Taking Cues From Argentina&#8217;s Bold Reforms That Sparked A Market Rally?</a>
ARGT Vs EEM: Apples And Empanadas
While EEM provides diversified exposure across nations such as China, India, Brazil and South Korea, ARGT is far more focused, following the MSCI All Argentina 25/50 Index, which concentrates on the top 20 Argentine firms. That makes ARGT riskier but also more responsive to domestic economic reform, a risk and an opportunity. ARGT places a heavy weight on local players like MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MELI#NASDAQ">MELI</a>), YPF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YPF#NYSE">YPF</a>), and Grupo Financiero Galicia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GGAL#NASDAQ">GGAL</a>), giving it a high beta.
EEM, on the other hand, leans toward Chinese tech giants like Tencent (OTCPK: TCEHY) and Alibaba (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), as well as those from South Korea and India. This insulates the fund from country-specific shocks. But as a tradeoff, the upside is less explosive when a single market surges.
Additionally, ARGT levies a bit higher fee of 59 basis points compared to EEM&#8217;s 68 bps but provides a more focused bet on a single recovering market.
For those with a taste for measured risk and a preference for macro-fueled momentum, ARGT may be the spicier dish to try. As EEM continues to offer a well-balanced, globally diversified option, ARGT&#8217;s high-conviction exposure to Argentina&#8217;s liberalizing economy offers a high-reward option, along with a side of risk. As Buenos Aires opens the throttle and investor enthusiasm warms up, ARGT may remain a popular choice.
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ARGT Vs EEM: Why Argentina's Focused ETF Is Gaining The Edge

On Friday, April 25, U.S. markets closed higher, capping a strong week fueled by easing U.S.-China trade tensions and solid earnings. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq gained, led by AI-related megacaps, while the Dow lagged.
Most S&amp;P 500 firms beat earnings expectations, though forward guidance reflected economic uncertainty. Consumer sentiment stayed weak while Alphabet rallied and Intel slumped.
In economic data, the University of Michigan&#8217;s consumer sentiment index for April was revised up to 52.2, improving from the initial estimate of 50.8 but still down from March&#8217;s 57.
Among the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s 11 major sectors, consumer discretionary and tech led the gains, while materials recorded the biggest percentage decline.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.05% to 40,113.50, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.74% to 5,525.21, and the Nasdaq jumped 1.26% to 17,382.94.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 gained 0.35% and closed at 35,831.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 gained 0.36%, ending the session at 7,997.10, led by gains in the Energy, IT, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.17% at 24,320.35, and Nifty 500 rose 1.13% to 22,094.45.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite slid 0.20% to 3,288.41, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 was down 0.14% at 3,781.62.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed 0.04% lower at 21,971.96.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.79%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.83%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.89%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.39%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.21% at $62.90/bbl, and Brent was down 0.20% at $65.67/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 1.35% to $3.156.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.28% at $3,289.40, Silver was down 0.50% to $32.845, and Copper slid 0.53% to $4.8692.</li>
<li>Gold prices fell as easing U.S.-China trade tensions reduced safe-haven demand. Investors await key U.S. data, while Copper edged lower despite hopes for China&#8217;s economic stimulus boost.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.01%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.10%, and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.09%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.13% to 99.60, USD/JPY was down 0.15% to 143.46, and USD/AUD gained 0.01% to 1.5628.</li>
<li>Global markets stayed near three-week highs as easing tariff concerns lifted sentiment, though confusion over U.S. trade policy persisted. Stocks rose modestly, the dollar struggled, and investors focused on key U.S. earnings, jobs data, and upcoming elections.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Advances, Gold Retreats On Hopes Of Fading Uncertainty - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, April 23, U.S. markets extended their winning streak for a third session, lifted by tech strength and hopes of easing U.S.-China trade tensions.
The Nasdaq led gains, fueled by strong earnings from AI-driven firm ServiceNow. However, mixed corporate guidance from companies like Procter &amp; Gamble and PepsiCo reflected ongoing consumer uncertainty.
Economic data showed the Chicago Fed index slipping to -0.03 in March from +0.24, while jobless claims rose by 6,000 to 222,000. Durable goods orders surged 9.2% to $315.7 billion.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed higher, led by tech, consumer discretionary, and communication services. Consumer staples lagged.
The Dow gained 1.23% to 40,093.40, the S&amp;P 500 rose 2.03% to 5,484.77, and the Nasdaq jumped 2.74% to 17,166.04.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 gained 1.95% to close at 35,081.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia markets are closed for the ANZAC Day holiday.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 60% at 24,082.75, and the Nifty 500 slid 1.31% to 21,890.15.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite slid 0.07% to 3,295.06, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.07% to 3,786.99.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed 0.32% higher at 21,980.74.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.51%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX gained 0.52%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.52%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.06%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.51% at $62.47/bbl, and Brent was down 0.54% at $66.19/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices are lower this week on oversupply concerns, U.S.-China trade uncertainty, and a stronger dollar.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.44% to $2.918.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 1.19% at $3,308.09, Silver was down 0.41% to $33.370, and Copper slid 1.99% to $4.7598.</li>
<li>Gold prices dipped Friday as risk appetite improved on hopes of U.S.-China trade de-escalation and strong tech earnings.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.01%, S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.35% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.35%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index rose 0.35% to 99.64, the USD/JPY rose 0.53% to 143.41, and the USD/AUD gained 0.47% to 1.5675.</li>
<li>The dollar posted its first weekly gain since mid-March, rising 0.6% amid hopes of easing U.S.-China trade tensions after China granted some tariff exemptions.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Up; Dollar Posts First Weekly Gain Since Mid March - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, April 23, U.S. markets closed higher on renewed optimism over U.S.-China trade talks and President Trump&#8217;s reassurances that Fed Chair Powell won&#8217;t be fired.
Markets welcomed signs of easing tariffs and Fed stability. Despite late-session pullbacks, all major indexes closed higher. Strong earnings also supported sentiment, with 75% of S&amp;P 500 firms beating expectations.
According to economic data, U.S. new home sales surged by 7.4% to 724,000 units annually. S&amp;P Global services PMI slipped to 51.4 in April, indicating slower growth, while manufacturing PMI rose slightly to 50.7, suggesting modest expansion in factory activity.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher, led by tech, consumer discretionary, and communication services. Consumer staples and energy lagged, closing lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.07% to 39,606.57, the S&amp;P 500 rose 1.67% to 5,375.86, and the Nasdaq Composite closed 2.50% higher at 16,708.05.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 gained 0.61% to close at 35,081.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217; S&amp;P/ASX 200 closed higher by 0.60% at 7,968.20, led by gains in the Gold, Healthcare and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.24% at 22,185.95, and Nifty 500 slid 0.33% to 22,185.95.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.03% to 3,297.29, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.07% to 3,784.36.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed 0.74% lower at 21,909.76.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.43%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.25%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.43%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.14%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.11% at $62.34/bbl, and Brent was down 0.02% at $66.11/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rebounded after yesterday&#8217;s drop as investors weighed potential OPEC+ output hikes, U.S.-China tariff signals, and nuclear talks with Iran amid ongoing market uncertainty.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 1.46% to $2.978.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.36% at $3,339.15, Silver was down 0.66% to $32.8320, and Copper rose 0.29% to $4.8575.</li>
<li>Gold prices jumped amid renewed U.S.-China trade war tensions and fresh Russia-Ukraine conflict, boosting haven demand.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.67%, S&amp;P 500 futures slid 0.60% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.80%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.53% to 99.38, USD/JPY was down 0.56% to 142.59, and USD/AUD slid 0.34% to 1.5672.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened Thursday after Trump eased tensions with the Fed and China. Treasury Secretary Bessent&#8217;s comments on unsustainable tariffs and no set currency target added pressure.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Slips And Gold Gains On Policy Uncertainty Pressure - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, April 22, U.S. markets closed higher, driven by strong earnings reports and indications of de-escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. President Trump&#8217;s remarks, including backing Fed Chair Powell and signaling tariff cuts following a trade deal, sparked a rally.
The S&amp;P 500 surged 2.5%, with tech giants like Amazon, Nvidia, and Apple leading the gains. However, ongoing trade uncertainties continue to weigh on economic growth projections.
Related: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44942449/trump-pledges-substantial-cut-in-china-tariffs-but-refuses-to-make-it-zero-if-they-dont-make-a-deal-we-will-set-the-deal" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trump Pledges &#8216;Substantial&#8217; Cut In China Tariffs, But Refuses To Make It &#8216;Zero:&#8217; &#8216;If They Don&#8217;t Make A Deal, We Will Set The Deal&#8217;</a>
In economic data, the U.S. Redbook Index increased by 7.4% compared to the same week last year for the week ending April 19. All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended Tuesday with gains, led by financial, consumer discretionary, and communication services stocks.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 2.66% to 39,186.98, the S&amp;P 500 rose 2.51% to 5,287.76, and the Nasdaq Composite closed 2.71% higher at 16,300.42.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 gained 2.02% to close at 34,911.00, gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 closed higher by 1.33% at 7,920.50, led by gains in the Energy, IT, and Industrials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.67% at 24,328.95, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.58% to 22,213.60.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite slid 0.10% to 3,296.36, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.08% to 3,786.88.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed 2.7% higher at 22,072.62.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 2.47%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 2.74%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 2.29%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 1.29%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.35% at $64.53/bbl, and Brent was up 1.26% at $68.29/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose, fueled by U.S. sanctions on Iran, a drop in crude stocks, and President Trump&#8217;s softer stance on tariffs and the Federal Reserve. Brent crude hit $68.54 per barrel.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 1.40% to $3.049.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 2.39% at $3,337.34, Silver was down 0.14% to $32.855, and Copper rose 0.17% to $4.8885.</li>
<li>Gold prices fell on Wednesday as U.S. President Trump hinted at lower trade tariffs on China and backtracked on his criticism of the Federal Reserve.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Dow futures were up 1.62%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 2.11%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 2.51%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock index futures surged Wednesday, building on Tuesday&#8217;s gains, driven by less hawkish comments from President Trump on the Federal Reserve and China</li>
</ul>
Forex at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index gained 0.11% to 99.09, the USD/JPY rose 0.28% to 141.93, and the USD/AUD slid 0.71% to 1.5600.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar steadied on Wednesday, supported by hopes of de-escalating trade tensions and President Trump&#8217;s backing away from threats to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Gain, Gold Slides As Trump Signals Potential Trade Relief - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, April 21, U.S. markets closed lower as President Trump intensified his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, raising fresh concerns over the central bank&#8217;s independence. Tech stocks led the sell-off, pulling all major indexes into negative territory. Ongoing trade tensions with China weighed on investor sentiment while anticipation built around upcoming corporate earnings reports.
All 11 sectors in the S&amp;P 500 ended the day in the red, with energy, consumer discretionary, and information technology stocks posting the largest losses.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.48% to 38,170.41, the S&amp;P 500 declined 2.36% to 5,158.20, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.55% to 15,870.90.
Related: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/04/44909343/speculators-ramp-up-bets-on-who-will-succeed-fed-chair-powell-as-trumps-pressure-campaign-intensifies" rel="noreferrer noopener">Speculators Ramp Up Bets On Who Will Succeed Fed Chair Powell As Trump&#8217;s Pressure Campaign Intensifies</a>
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 declined 0.14% to close at 34,230.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217; S&amp;P/ASX 200 closed lower by 0.03% at 7,816.70, led by losses in the IT, Energy and Healthcare sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.18% to 24,170.00 and Nifty 500 rose 0.40% to 22,094.15.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.25% to 3,299.76, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.02% to 3,783.95.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed 0.78% higher at 21,562.32.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.25%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.19%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.28%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.38%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.07% at $63.48/bbl, and Brent was up 1.57% at $67.30/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose on Tuesday as traders covered short positions after Monday&#8217;s sharp drop, though concerns lingered over tariffs and U.S. monetary policy dampening fuel demand. Gains were limited by progress in U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, which eased supply fears.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 0.70% to $3.037.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.24% at $3,46.86, Silver was up 0.13% to $32.563, and Copper rose 0.82% to $4.7670.</li>
<li>Gold prices hit a new record high on Tuesday, driven by safe-haven demand amid U.S.-China trade tensions and concerns over Trump&#8217;s push to overhaul the Federal Reserve.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.87%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.98% and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.99%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index slipped 0.01% to 98.34, USD/JPY was down 0.35% to 140.35, and USD/AUD gained 0.15% to 1.5608.</li>
<li>The dollar fell to new lows Tuesday as Trump&#8217;s criticism of Fed Chair Powell sparked concerns over central bank independence and weakened confidence in the currency.</li>
</ul>
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