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The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the MSCI EMU Index (the Underlying Index), which consists of securities from the following 10 developed market countries: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain. 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 consumer discretionary, financials and industrials 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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Rising Middle East tensions and President Donald Trump&#8217;s threats to Iran are flaring uncertainty in the global and U.S. markets. As a result, money is flowing from equities to safe-haven assets like gold.
Also, the crude oil price is soaring as rising conflict threatens OPEC crude supply.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.92% lower at 37,821.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.21% at 8,547.40, led by losses in the IT, Healthcare, and Telecoms Services sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.71% at 24,712.40, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.65% to 22,895.65.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.75% at 3,377.00, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.72% to 3,864.18.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.59% lower at 23,892.56.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 1.33%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 1.35%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 1.03%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.38%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 7.54% at $73.17/bbl, and Brent was up 74.38% at $74.31/bbl.
Oil prices surged over 7% on Friday, hitting multi-month highs after Israel struck Iran&#8217;s nuclear sites, prompting retaliation and fears of supply disruption.
Natural gas rose 1.03% to $3.529.
Gold traded higher by 1.24% to $3,444.40, Silver rose 0.54% to $36.493, and Copper fell 1.90% to $4.7440.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">US Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, Dow Jones futures were down 1.14%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 1.19%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 1.48%.
U.S. stock futures fell after Israel&#8217;s strike on Iran raised Middle East tensions, spiking oil prices and boosting energy and defense stocks.
On Thursday, June 12, U.S. markets ended higher as optimism over artificial intelligence lifted investor sentiment. The S&amp;P 500 gained ground, led by a surge in Oracle shares after the company raised its outlook on strong AI-related demand. Gains in tech and gold mining stocks offset worries over Middle East tensions and a decline in Boeing shares. Softer inflation and labor data boosted hopes for an interest rate cut.
According to the economic data, U.S. producer prices rose 0.1% in May, below the 0.2% forecast, after a revised 0.2% drop in April. Initial jobless claims held at 248,000, above expectations of 240,000.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors advanced Thursday, led by utilities, tech, and health care, while communication services and consumer discretionary lagged.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.45% to 98.31, USD/JPY was up 0.41% to 144.05, and USD/AUD rose 0.82% to 1.5430.
The dollar rallied Friday as investors sought safe havens after Israel&#8217;s strikes on Iran triggered retaliation.
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Global Markets Slide As Iran-Israel Conflict Heats Up, Oil Soars

As Donald Trump approaches six months into his second presidential term, four foreign markets he vowed to penalize with heavy tariffs have not only withstood the threat, they've outpaced the S&amp;P 500 and America&#8217;s biggest tech giants <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">by a wide margin.</a>
Since Jan. 20, 2025 — Trump's inauguration day — exchange-traded funds tracking Mexican, Canadian, eurozone and Chinese stocks have posted significant gains.
Such performance defied Wall Street&#8217;s overly pessimistic expectations at the start of the year, especially as these regions were seen as directly damaged by Trump's protectionist agenda. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Equities in Mexico, Canada, Europe and China Defy Trump's Tariff Threats</h1>
The iShares MSCI Mexico ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWW#NYSE">EWW</a>) surged 28%, the iShares Large-Cap China ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXI#NYSE">FXI</a>) rose 21%, the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#NYSE">EZU</a>) gained 20%, and the iShares MSCI Canada ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWC#NYSE">EWC</a>) is up 11%.
Ironically, these four economies — responsible for the bulk of last year's trillion-dollar U.S. trade deficit — were key targets in the new administration's push to rebalance trade.
In contrast, the S&amp;P 500, as tracked by the Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>), has remained flat. 
Meanwhile, a widely followed basket of tech giants struggled to keep pace. The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#NYSE">MAGS</a>) — which tracks the performance of Microsoft Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) — declined by 3.4% over the same period.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Reversed Course After Trump&#8217;s Swearing-In</h1>
Leading up to Inauguration Day, the trajectory of global markets told a starkly different story. From Election Day on Nov. 5 through Jan. 20, investors moved defensively on regions perceived to be in Trump's crosshairs.
The Mexican ETF lost 6.5%, China's declined 5.8%, and eurozone and Canadian stocks treaded water. 
Meanwhile, the S&amp;P 500 rose 4.6%, and the tech-heavy Magnificent Seven soared 15%, buoyed by artificial intelligence euphoria. 
But the moment Trump reentered the Oval Office, the narrative shifted. Markets began reacting not just to political headlines but to tangible changes in fiscal and trade policy. 
The result: U.S. equities stalled, mega-cap tech lost momentum, and capital rotated toward the markets that had initially been expected to struggle under Trump&#8217;s second term.
One of the most striking reversals was Tesla.
Shares of the EV-maker had soared more than 70% between the election and inauguration, fueled by speculation that Elon Musk's collaboration with the Trump administration — via the Department of Government Efficiency — would have given his companies (also including SpaceX) inside access to major federal contracts.
But the alliance quickly soured, and Tesla's stock began a sharp downward spiral. 
Musk exited the DOGE in May and began openly clashing with Trump over fiscal priorities. Tesla shares have since plunged 25%, wiping out post-election gains. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">How The Dollar Slump Helped Flip Global Markets</h1>
Part of the market reversal that has occurred since January 2025 can be attributed to a sharp weakening in the dollar.
On Jan. 14, just days ahead of Trump's inauguration, the U.S. dollar index was at 110 — its strongest level since late 2022.
Fast forward six months, and the same index has slumped by 11%, hitting its lowest level in over three years.
This dollar drop is no coincidence. It reflects a growing market rethink around the U.S. relative economic strength, or what analysts call &#8220;American exceptionalism.&#8221;
Tariff tensions, a first-quarter recession, Moody's downgrade of the U.S. credit outlook and concerns over Trump's unfunded spending have eroded trust in the dollar's safe-haven role.
In aggregate, these dynamics have eroded confidence in the dollar as a safe-haven store of value, especially compared to equities in countries seen as "Trump's rivals."
The relative underperformance of U.S. markets and the dollar is forcing investors to reconsider a long-held assumption: that the U.S. economy and its markets would always lead during global uncertainty.
Foreign markets, once seen as fragile in the face of U.S. pressure, have emerged as relative winners, while America&#8217;s internal fractures raise doubts about long-term macro stability.
For now, markets have made their judgment: the real trade shock isn't abroad, it's at home.
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Trump's First Six Months: These 4 Markets Crush S&P 500 As Tariffs Boomerang

On Wednesday, June 11, U.S. markets ended lower. The S&amp;P 500 slipped as investors grew wary over Middle East tensions and a reported embassy evacuation. A mild inflation report eased fears about tariff-driven price hikes, boosting hopes for future rate cuts.
Despite a tentative U.S.-China trade deal, skepticism lingered. Most sectors ended lower, with Amazon and Nvidia weighing heavily on the market.
According to economic data, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported annual inflation at 2.4% in May, with core inflation steady at 2.8%, both slightly below expectations.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower Wednesday, led by losses in materials, communication services, and consumer discretionary, while energy and utilities closed higher.
The Dow closed almost flat at 42,865.77, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.27% to 6,022.24, and the Nasdaq slid 0.50% to 19,615.88.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.68% lower at 38,161.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.31% at 8,565.10, led by losses in the Materials, Metals &amp; Mining and Resources sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 1.06% at 24,871.70, and the Nifty 500 slid 1.29% to 23,036.05.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.01% at 3,402.66, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.06% to 3,892.20.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.36% lower at 24,035.38.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.91%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 1.23%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.61%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.16%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.35% at $67.24/bbl, and Brent was down 1.35% at $67.47/bbl.
Oil prices fell as traders weighed rising Middle East tensions and a planned U.S.-Iran meeting following a sharp rally on supply disruption fears.
Natural gas rose 2.54% to $3.595.
Gold traded higher by 1.27% to $3,385.72, Silver slid 0.57% to $36.005, and Copper fell 0.37% to $4.7965.
Gold surged as safe-haven demand rose on Middle East tensions and tariff fears, while a weak dollar and uncertainty over U.S.-China trade talks boosted broader metal prices.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
As of 5:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures were down 0.57%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.38%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.31%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
As of 5:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.71% to 97.96, USD/JPY was down 0.64% to 143.61, and USD/AUD slid 0.01% to 1.5381.
The dollar neared a 2025 low, and global stocks slipped as rising Middle East tensions and trade uncertainty pushed investors toward safe havens like gold, the yen, and the franc.
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Asia And Europe Markets Slide, Dollar Softens On Inflation Data And Geopolitical Worries - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, June 10, U.S. markets ended in the green. The S&amp;P 500 climbed, boosted by a rally in Tesla and renewed optimism over U.S.-China trade talks.
The Nasdaq also rose, lifted by tech strength, including gains in Alphabet. The Dow Jones posted modest gains as investor sentiment improved. All three indices continued their upward momentum, supported by hopes of tariff relief and upcoming inflation data.
According to economic data, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased to 98.8 in May, up from 95.8 in April and surpassing expectations of 95.9.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher Tuesday, led by energy, health care, and consumer discretionary, while industrials closed lower against the broader trend.
The Dow closed higher by 0.25% at 42,866.87, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.55% to 6,038.81, and the Nasdaq rose 0.63% to 19,714.99.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.49% higher at 38,398.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.06% at 8,592.10, led by gains in the A-REITs, Energy, and Resources sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.11% at 25,131.95, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.04% to 25,131.95.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.52% at 3,402.32, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.75% to 3,894.63.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.84% higher at 24,366.94.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.10%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.01%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.21%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.07%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.08% at $65.68/bbl, and Brent was up 0.90% at $67.47/bbl.
Oil prices rose near a seven-week high as U.S.-China trade talks eased demand concerns. OPEC+ plans a July output hike, but rising demand may offset supply.
Natural gas rose 1.13% to $3.573.
Gold traded higher by 0.29% to $3,353.52, Silver slid 0.56% to $36.443, and Copper fell 1.92% to $4.8057.
Gold rose as the demand for safe havens increased after a court upheld Trump&#8217;s tariffs, offsetting trade deal optimism.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures were down 0.20%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.19%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.03% to 99.01, USD/JPY was up 0.13% to 145.06, and USD/AUD gained 0.13% to 1.5352.
The dollar&#8217;s global share declined in 2024, benefiting gold and smaller currencies like the yen and Canadian dollar, while the euro struggled due to fragmented EU financial and defense systems.
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Asia And Europe Markets Advance, Oil Hits 7-Week High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, June 9, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the S&amp;P and Nasdaq posting modest gains while the Dow closed flat, weighed down by losses in major stocks like McDonald&#8217;s and Travelers. Small-cap stocks outperformed broader indices as investors remained cautiously optimistic, encouraged by the resumption of U.S.-China trade talks despite no immediate breakthroughs.
Economic data showed that U.S. wholesale inventories increased 0.2% in April to $908.7 billion, while consumer inflation expectations for the year dropped to 3.2% in May from 3.6%.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Monday, led by utilities, financials, and consumer staples. However, consumer discretionary and materials stocks rose against the trend.
The Dow closed flat at 42,761.76, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.09% to 6,005.88, and the Nasdaq rose 0.31% to 19,591.24.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.30% higher at 38,201.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.84% at 8,587.20, led by gains in the Consumer Discretionary, IT, and Financials sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.01% at 25,102.75, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.03% to 23,339.40.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.44% at 3,384.82, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.51% to 3,865.47.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.08% lower at 24,162.87.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.15%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.55%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.01%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.42%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.37% at $65.53/bbl, and Brent was up 0.37% at $67.32/bbl.
Oil prices rose amid U.S.-China trade optimism, Saudi supply cuts to China, and OPEC+ plans, with Brent reaching its highest since April.
Natural gas fell 0.58% to $3.614.
Gold traded lower by 0.14% to $3,350.20, Silver slid 0.10% to $36.750, and Copper fell 1.08% to $4.8720.
Gold prices fell as risk appetite improved amid progress in U.S.-China trade talks. Softer haven demand and a stronger dollar pressured metals despite recent geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures were down 0.04%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.08%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.10%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.09% to 99.09, USD/JPY was up 0.08% to 144.68, and USD/AUD declined 0.02% to 1.5347.
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Dollar Gains - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, June 6, U.S. markets closed in green, as a solid jobs report eased economic concerns and optimism over renewed U.S.-China trade talks boosted sentiment. The S&amp;P 500 closed above a key milestone, led by gains in technology. Tesla rebounded after a sharp drop, and other major tech stocks rose. Investors now expect the Federal Reserve to hold off on rate cuts until later in the year, awaiting further signs of labor market softening.
According to economic data, the U.S. nonfarm payrolls rose by 139,000 in May, topping forecasts of 130,000. Wages grew 0.4%, the biggest monthly gain since January, while unemployment held at 4.2%.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Friday, led by strong gains in consumer discretionary, energy, and communication services stocks.
The Dow closed higher by 1.05% at 42,762.87, the S&amp;P 500 gained 1.03% to 6,000.36, and the Nasdaq rose 1.20% to 19,529.95.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.88% higher at 38,072.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia market closed for the King&#8217;s Birthday holiday.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.40% at 25,103.30, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.71% to 23,330.55.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.43% at 3,399.77, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.29% to 3,885.25.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.63% higher to 24,181.43.
Global stocks hit record highs as Asia markets rallied and hopes rose for U.S.-China trade talks. China&#8217;s weak export data highlighted economic risks.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.24%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.46%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.05%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.10%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.12% at $64.67/bbl, and Brent was up 0.18% at $66.58/bbl.
Oil ticked higher on weak China data but held last week&#8217;s gains as markets eyed U.S.-China trade talks.
Natural gas fell 2.30% to $3.697.
Gold traded lower by 0.14% to $3,341.47, Silver rose 0.85% to $36.445, and Copper slid 0.03% to $4.8462.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures rose 0.10%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.01%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.32% to 99.19, USD/JPY was down 0.56% to 144.06, and USD/AUD declin58 0.21% to 1.5313.
The dollar fell as focus shifted from strong U.S. jobs data to upcoming trade talks with China. Major currencies gained, while investors eyed U.S. inflation and Fed policy signals.
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Asia Market Gains, Europe Slips; Dollar Dips Ahead Of US-China Talks - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, June 5, U.S. markets closed lower as Tesla shares plunged amid escalating tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, wiping out significant market value. Optimism from renewed U.S.-China tariff dialogue was overshadowed by weak economic data, rising jobless claims, and inflation concerns. Broader market sentiment remained cautious ahead of key labor reports and ongoing uncertainty over Federal Reserve policy.
Economic data showed that U.S. unit labor costs rose 6.6% in Q1, while nonfarm productivity declined 1.5%. The trade deficit narrowed to $61.6 billion, marking its lowest since September 2023.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Thursday, led by consumer discretionary, materials, and staples, while communication services ended higher.
The Dow closed lower by 0.25% at 42,319.74, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.53% to 5,939.30, and the Nasdaq slid 0.83% to 19,298.45.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.49% higher at 37,740.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 slid 0.27%, ending the session at 8,515.70, led by losses in the Gold, IT, and Healthcare sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.01% at 25,002.45, and the Nifty 500 rose 1.01% to 23,166.20.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.04% at 3,385.36, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.09% to 3,873.98.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.48% lower at 23,792.54.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.02%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.22%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.07%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.14%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.44% at $63.10/bbl, and Brent was down 0.34% at $65.13/bbl.
Oil prices dipped Friday but were set for weekly gains as renewed U.S.-China trade talks lifted demand hopes despite Saudi price cuts, supply hikes, and ongoing geopolitical risks.
Natural gas rose 1.69% to $3.739.
Gold traded higher by 0.12% to $3,379.15, Silver rose 1.24% to $36.250, and Copper fell 1.31% to $4.8683.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures rose 0.34%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.40%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.41%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.23% to 98.97, USD/JPY was up 0.51% to 144.17, and USD/AUD gained 0.21% to 1.5405.
The dollar rose slightly Friday but faced a weekly loss amid weak U.S. data and trade tensions. Focus shifted to payrolls, while the euro and yen slipped on central bank signals.
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Dollar Rebounds Ahead Of US Jobs Data - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, June 4, U.S. markets closed mixed, as weak services and job data highlighted the toll of Trump&#8217;s policy uncertainty. The S&amp;P 500 was flat, the Nasdaq edged up, and the Dow dipped.
Investors weighed trade tensions, softening policy stances, and corporate earnings. Tesla and CrowdStrike fell, while HPE and GlobalFoundries gained. Trading volume remained light.
According to the economic data, the ISM services PMI fell to 49.9 in May, missing expectations, while private businesses added just 37K jobs, down from 60K in April.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Wednesday, led by communication services, materials, and real estate, while energy and utilities declined.
The Dow closed lower by 0.22% at 42,427.74, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.01% to 5,970.81, and the Nasdaq rose 0.32% to 19,460.49.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.57% lower at 37,532.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217; S&amp;P/ASX 200 slid 0.03%, ending the session at 8,538.90, led by losses in the Gold, Healthcare, and Utilities sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.53% at 24,757.80, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.56% to 22,934.50.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.23% at 3,384.10, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.23% to 3,877.56.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.07% higher at 23,906.97.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.42%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.44%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.50%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.27%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.29% at $63.01/bbl, and Brent was up 0.32% at $65.07/bbl.
Oil prices steadied after a 1% drop, pressured by rising U.S. fuel stockpiles, Saudi price cuts for Asia, soft demand signals, and weak global economic data.
Natural gas slid 0.57% to $3.695.
Gold traded higher by 0.49% to $3,416.17, Silver rose 3.19% to $35.753, and Copper rose 2.29% to $4.9968.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures rose 0.11%, S&amp;P 500 gained 0.05%, and Nasdaq 100 was up 0.05%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.04% to 98.78, USD/JPY was up 0.24% to 143.10, and USD/AUD fell 0.33% to 1.5353.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Gains, Gold Inches Toward All Time High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, June 3, U.S. markets closed higher, driven by gains in Nvidia and other chipmakers, as optimism around potential U.S. trade negotiations boosted investor sentiment. News of an upcoming Trump-Xi call eased recession concerns amid tariff uncertainty. Factory orders fell, and layoffs rose, signaling economic strain. Wells Fargo rallied on Fed relief, Dollar General jumped, while Kenvue slid on retailer destocking.
In economic data, U.S. job openings rose by 191,000 to 7.39 million in April, beating expectations of 7.10 million. Factory orders fell 3.7% to $594.6 billion after a 3.4% rise in March.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Tuesday, led by energy, materials, and tech. Communication services and real estate are closed in red.
The Dow closed higher by 0.51% at 42,519.64, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.58% to 5,970.37, and the Nasdaq rose 0.81% to 19,398.96.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.78% higher at 37,738.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.89%, ending the session at 8,541.80, led by gains in the Energy, Consumer Discretionary, and Financials sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.35% at 24,626.55, and Nifty 500 rose 0.42% to 22,805.20.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.42% at 3,376.20, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.43% to 3,868.74.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.60% higher at 23,654.03.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.79%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.88%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.85%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.17%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.33% at $63.62/bbl, and Brent was up 0.35% at $65.68/bbl.
Oil prices steadied as OPEC+ output concerns and Canadian wildfire disruptions balanced each other, while trade tensions and geopolitical risks continued to weigh on global economic sentiment.
Natural gas slid 0.78% to $3.692.
Gold traded higher by 0.24% to $3,385.27, Silver rose 0.12% to $34.675, and Copper was up 0.88% to $4.8765.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures rose 0.16%, S&amp;P 500 gained 0.21%, and Nasdaq 100 was up 0.18%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.08% to 99.17, USD/JPY was up 0.09% to 144.10, and USD/AUD fell 0.61% to 1.5441.
The dollar slipped as markets focused on Trump&#8217;s tariff talks with China and awaited key economic data, while major currencies, including the euro and sterling, gained slightly.
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Asia Markets Rise, Europe Follows; Dollar Pressured As Trade Talks In Focus - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, June 2, U.S. markets closed higher as optimism over trade talks persisted despite Trump&#8217;s plan to double steel and aluminum tariffs. China called his accusations &#8220;groundless.&#8221; Steel stocks surged while automakers fell. Nvidia and Meta gained; Tesla slipped. Manufacturing contracted for a third month. Traders anticipate Fed rate cuts, with key jobs data due Friday.
According to economic data, U.S. manufacturing activity slipped in May, with ISM PMI falling to 48.5, which is below forecasts. Construction spending also dropped 0.4% in April after a 0.8% decline in March.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Monday, led by energy, communication services, and tech. Industrials, however, ended the day in the red.
The Dow closed higher by 0.08% at 42,305.48, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.41% to 5,935.94, and the Nasdaq rose 0.67% to 19,242.61.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.05% lower at 37,453.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.63%, ending the session at 8,466.70, led by gains in the Gold, Financials, and Consumer Staples sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.67% at 24,549.45, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.52% to 22,713.90.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.43% at 3,361.98, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.31% to 3,852.01.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.53% higher at 23,512.49.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.19%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.13%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.27%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.13%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.24% at $62.68/bbl, and Brent was up 0.20% at $64.75/bbl.
Natural gas rose 0.08% to $3.697.
Gold traded lower by 0.41% to $3,383.00, Silver fell 0.75% to $34.432, and Copper was down 1.87% to $4.7677.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Dow Jones futures slid 0.38%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.39%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.33%.
U.S. futures slipped Tuesday as investors weighed Trump&#8217;s tariff threats, trade uncertainty with China, economic data, and inflation risks
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.22% to 98.90, the USD/JPY rose 0.10% to 142.86, and the USD/AUD rose 0.61% to 1.5485.
The U.S. dollar edged up Tuesday but stayed near six-week lows as trade policy uncertainty and weak manufacturing data pressured the outlook.
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed Slip, Dollar Index Ticks Higher - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, May 30, U.S. markets closed mixed. The S&amp;P 500 ended flat but logged its strongest monthly gain since late last year, fueled by easing trade tensions, upbeat earnings, and subdued inflation. The Nasdaq also posted a solid monthly rise. Markets fluctuated on Trump&#8217;s conflicting trade signals, while investors held firm on rate cut expectations this fall.
In economic data, Consumer sentiment was revised to 52.2 in May from 50.8, while the Chicago PMI dropped to 40.5 from 44.6, indicating softer manufacturing.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower Friday, led by losses in energy, consumer discretionary, and tech. Consumer staples and utilities outperformed, closing higher.
The Dow closed higher by 0.13% at 42,270.07, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.01% to 5,911.69, and the Nasdaq fell 0.32% to 19,113.77.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 1.32% lower at 37,463.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 fell 0.24%, ending the session at 8,414.10, led by losses in the Energy, Resources, Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.13% at 23,157.97, and Nifty 500 rose 0.14% to 22,833.45.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s market was closed for the Dragon Boat Festival holiday.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.57% lower at 23,157.97.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.80%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.72%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.69%.</li>
<li>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 higher by 3.57% at $62.97/bbl, and Brent was up 3.35% at $64.88/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose as OPEC+ kept July output hikes steady at 411,000 bpd. Tight supply, strong demand, and U.S. fuel concerns also supported the rally.</li>
<li>Natural gas rose 4.53% to $3.603.</li>
<li>Gold traded higher by 1.67% to $3,371.21, Silver rose 1.22% to $33.428, and Copper was up 4.66% to $4.8955.</li>
<li>Gold prices rose in Asian trade Monday amid renewed U.S.-China trade tensions and haven demand.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow Jones futures slid 0.50%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.57%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.73%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.59% to 98.74, USD/JPY was down 0.81% to 142.89, and USD/AUD fell 0.79% to 1.5427.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar fell Monday amid Trump&#8217;s tariff threats, China&#8217;s pushback, recession fears, and rising fiscal concerns. Rate-cut bets and safe-haven doubts added further pressure.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Slide, Oil Gains 3% - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, May 29, U.S. markets closed higher, lifted by Nvidia's strong earnings despite a warning over reduced China sales due to export restrictions. A court reinstated sweeping Trump-era tariffs, though investors largely shrugged off the impact.
Salesforce slipped despite raising its outlook, while Boeing rose on increased production plans. GDP showed a modest contraction, and Best Buy tumbled on softer consumer demand.
In economic data, U.S. jobless claims rose by 14,000 to 240,000 last week, exceeding the expected 230,000. The economy shrank at a 0.2% annual rate in the first quarter, slightly better than the earlier 0.3% estimate.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Thursday, led by utilities, real estate, and health care. Communication services stocks were the only major decliners.
The Dow closed higher by 0.28% at 42,215.73, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.40% to 5,912.17, and the Nasdaq rose 0.39% to 19,175.87.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 1.25% lower at 37,952.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.30%, ending the session at 8,434.70, led by gains in the Gold, Utilities, and Consumer Staples sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 0.32% at 24,755.40, and Nifty 500 slid 0.28% to 22,797.05.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite was down 0.47% at 3,347.49, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.48% to 3,840.23.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 1.20% lower at 23,289.77.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.57%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.386%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.37%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.76%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.56% at $61.28/bbl, and Brent was up 0.47% at $63.66/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural gas rose 0.48% to $3.539.</li>
<li>Gold traded lower by 0.67% to $3,321.44, Silver slid 0.46% to $33.270, and Copper was up 0.10% to $4.6800.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow Jones futures slid 0.06%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.13%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.32% to 99.32, USD/JPY was down 0.13% to 144.04, and USD/AUD rose 0.39% to 1.5582.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened Friday as markets reacted to renewed tariff uncertainty after a court reinstated Trump's duties. Legal back-and-forth and stalled trade talks added pressure, while Asian stocks fell and investors turned cautious.</li>
</ul>
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Asia In Red, Europe Edges Higher, Dollar Gains - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, May 28, U.S. markets closed lower as investors digested cautious Federal Reserve signals and weakness in chip-related stocks. Nvidia shares jumped in after-hours trading following strong earnings, though its future revenue outlook was disappointing. Cadence and Synopsys plunged after reports of a renewed U.S. ban on semiconductor design software sales to China. Fed officials warned of difficult economic tradeoffs ahead.
In economic data, the U.S. Fifth District composite manufacturing index climbed to -9 in May, up from -13 in April.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended in the red Wednesday, with utilities, materials, and energy stocks posting the steepest declines.
The Dow closed lower by 0.58% at 42,098.70, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.56% to 5,888.55, and the Nasdaq slid 0.51% to 19,100.94.
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Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Thursday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 1.88% higher at 38,432.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.15%, ending the session at 8,409.80, led by gains in the Energy, IT, and Telecom Services sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.27% at 24,819.20, and Nifty 500 rose 0.31% to 22,848.95.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite was up 0.70% at 3,363.45, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.59% to 3,858.70.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 1.35% higher to 23,573.38.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.75%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.39%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.73%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.01%.</li>
<li>European shares rose as a U.S. court blocked Trump's tariffs, lifting sentiment. Gains were led by tech, luxury, and materials stocks, while trade uncertainty limited broader advances.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.42% at $62.74/bbl, and Brent was up 1.32% at $65.15/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose about $1 a barrel Thursday after a U.S. court blocked most of Trump's tariff, easing economic concerns.</li>
<li>Natural gas slipped 0.20% to $3.550.</li>
<li>Gold traded lower by 0.49% to $3,305.91, Silver rose 0.79% to $33.423, and Copper was up 0.74% to $4.7090.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow Jones futures rose 0.96%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 1.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 1.93%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.04% to 99.94, the USD/JPY rose 0.22% to 145.13, and the USD/AUD slid 0.30% to 1.5514.
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Asia And Europe Markets Gain, Trump's Tariff Rejection By Court Fuels Commodity Rally - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, May 27, U.S. markets closed higher as Trump delayed a 50% EU tariff, boosting investor confidence alongside a surprise 14.4% jump in consumer sentiment. The Nasdaq led gains, fueled by AI stocks in the "Magnificent Seven." Markets rebounded sharply from recent tariff-driven losses, though analysts warn of potential pullbacks. Treasury yields dipped, and the Fed is expected to hold rates steady.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
In economic data, the S&amp;P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index rose 4.1% year-over-year in March, down from 4.5% in February. Meanwhile, April factory orders fell 6.3% to $296.3 billion, marking the steepest drop since January 2024.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Tuesday, led by strong gains in information technology, consumer discretionary, and communication services stocks.
The Dow closed higher by 1.78% at 42,343.65, the S&amp;P 500 gained 2.05% to 5,921.54, and the Nasdaq rose 2.47% to 19,199.16.
Asia Markets Today
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>On Wednesday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.03% higher at 37,736.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 slid 0.13%, ending the session at 8,396.90, led by losses in the Financials, Metals &amp; Mining, and Materials sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 0.33% at 24,744.70, and Nifty 500 fell 0.19% to 22,774.15.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite was down 0.02% at 3,339.93, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.08% to 3,836.24.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.53% lower at 23,258.31.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.30%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index declined 0.30%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 fell 0.05%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.04%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.77% at $61.36/bbl, and Brent was up 0.66% at $63.99/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices held steady as the U.S. barred Chevron from exporting Venezuelan crude, while expected OPEC+ output hikes and Canadian wildfires limited price movement amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.</li>
<li>Natural gas slipped 0.48% to $3.726.</li>
<li>Gold gained 0.66% to $3,350.46, Silver rose 0.73% to $33.555, and Copper was up 0.58% to $4.7675.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow Jones futures fell 0.22%, S&amp;P 500 declined 0.20%, and Nasdaq 100 slid 0.19%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.04% to 99.56, USD/JPY was down 0.06% to 144.22, and USD/AUD rose 0.01% to 1.5519.
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Most Asia And Europe Markets Slip, Dollar Softens - Global Markets Today While US Slept

European stock markets rallied Tuesday after officials in Brussels agreed to speed up tariff negotiations with Washington, a move that investors hope will head off a trans-Atlantic trade war and remove a major overhang for global risk assets.
The breakthrough followed U.S. President Donald Trump's weekend decision to postpone a threatened 50% levy on all European Union imports until 9 July. With the immediate tariff deadline pushed back, U.S. equities opened sharply higher. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added about 600 points, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose more than 2%.&nbsp;
Euro-area blue-chips tracked the move, and pan-European exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw some of their heaviest buying in weeks.
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Investor appetite was also buoyed by a surprise rebound in U.S. consumer confidence and a broad rally in sovereign bonds that pushed the 30-year Treasury yield below 5%. The euro edged to a one-month high near $1.14, underlining renewed demand for European assets as trade tensions eased.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Fast-Tracking Matters for Markets</h2>
The EU's decision to accelerate negotiations narrows the window for tariff escalation and gives multinationals on both sides of the Atlantic greater clarity on supply-chain planning. Strategists at several banks said the shift could help unlock pent-up capital flows into European equities, which have lagged U.S. benchmarks this year despite attractive valuations and stabilising economic data.
With global manufacturers still digesting China-linked slowdowns, an end to the EU-U.S. tariff standoff would remove a second major source of uncertainty. Semiconductor bellwether Nvidia Corp's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) anticipated earnings report on Wednesday may reinforce the global risk-on tone if guidance proves resilient.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Three Routes to European Exposure</h2>
For U.S. investors looking to position ahead of a potential trade agreement, here are a range of vehicles that balance simplicity, liquidity and sector choice.
Broad-based Europe ETFs. Low-cost funds such as the Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VGK#NYSE">VGK</a>) or the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#BATS">EZU</a>) provide one-ticket exposure to large-cap names across the continent, from French luxury houses to German industrials. Both funds saw above-average volumes on Tuesday.
Sector and thematic funds. Should tariff relief materialize, cyclical areas tied to cross-border demand could benefit most. The SPDR MSCI Europe Industrials ETF and the Global X MSCI SuperDividend EAFE ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFAS#NYSE">EFAS</a>) offer targeted plays on industrial exporters and high-dividend stalwarts, respectively.
Individual ADRs and direct listings. Investors comfortable with single-stock risk may consider American depositary receipts of companies like Siemens AG (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIEGY#OTC">SIEGY</a>) or semiconductor equipment maker ASML Holding NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>).&nbsp;
Many discount brokers now route orders directly to Xetra, Euronext or Borsa Italiana, allowing dollar-based accounts to trade in euros and settle in local time.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mind the Currency and Policy Calendar</h2>
A stronger euro can add a second return driver—but also a layer of volatility—when U.S.-based portfolios own unhedged European assets. Currency-hedged ETF share classes are available for investors who prefer to neutralize foreign-exchange swings, albeit at the cost of slightly higher fees.
Traders will also be watching Friday's U.S. core PCE inflation release and a series of speeches from Federal Reserve officials for clues on monetary policy direction. Any hint of slower U.S. growth could amplify relative enthusiasm for Europe, where fiscal spending and structural reforms are expected to underpin domestic demand.
Fast-tracked EU-U.S. negotiations have injected fresh momentum into European markets that were battered by tariff headlines earlier this month. While geopolitical risk remains, the prospect of a negotiated settlement—combined with attractive valuations and a weaker U.S. dollar—makes a diversified allocation to Europe an increasingly compelling complement to a U.S.-centric portfolio.
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EU Trade Talks Accelerate—Invest in Europe's Top Markets Now

On Friday, May 23, U.S. markets closed lower as investors turned cautious ahead of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26, amid renewed trade tensions and economic uncertainty. Stocks ended the week in negative territory after President Trump reignited tariff fears by proposing steep duties on European imports. Major indexes declined, led by tech and consumer losses. Apple fell on tariff concerns, while megacaps and chipmakers also retreated amid growing market unease.
According to economic data, new single-family home sales in the U.S. rose 10.9% in April, reaching an annualized pace of 743,000 units.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed lower Friday, led by sharp losses in tech, consumer discretionary, and communication stocks, while consumer staples and utilities outperformed with modest gains.
The Dow closed lower by 0.61% at 41,603.07, the S&amp;P 500 dropped 0.67% to 5,802.82, and the Nasdaq slid 1.00% to 18,737.21.
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<li>On Tuesday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.58% higher at 37,749.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.56%, ending the session at 8,407.60, led by gains in the IT, Financials, and Healthcare sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was down 0.68% at 24,828.75, and Nifty 500 fell 0.39% to 22,817.75.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite was down 0.18% at 3,340.69, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.54% to 3,839.40.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.43% higher at 23,381.99.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.52%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.91%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 rose 0.28%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 1.08%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.37% at $61.77/bbl, and Brent was up 0.41% at $64.36/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural gas slipped 1.72% to $3.664.</li>
<li>Gold dropped 2.04% to $3,325.59, Silver fell 1.31% to $33.17, and Copper declined 1.40% to $4.7645.</li>
<li>Gold prices slipped as President Trump delayed EU tariffs, boosting risk appetite. Stabilizing bond yields and profit-taking also pressured metals, though a weak dollar limited deeper losses.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Dow futures climbed 1.30%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 1.53%, and the Nasdaq 100 rose 1.74%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures surged Tuesday after President Trump delayed steep EU tariffs, calming trade tensions.</li>
</ul>
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.35% to 99.34, the USD/JPY rose 0.74% to 143.89, and the USD/AUD rose 0.53% to 1.5501.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Gains, Dollar Strengthens On EU Tariff Delay - Global Markets Today While US Slept

While U.S. markets remained closed Monday for Memorial Day, European equities surged after President Donald Trump agreed to delay a planned 50% tariff on European Union imports, easing investor concerns <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45603240/trump-agrees-to-extend-50-tariffs-on-europe-until-july-9-it-was-my-privilege-to-do-so">and reviving risk appetite.</a>
In a Sunday phone call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Trump confirmed that the tariffs, which had been slated to take effect on June 1, will be pushed back to July. The decision opens a window for further negotiations aimed at avoiding a disruptive escalation in transatlantic trade tensions.
The Eurozone's STOXX 50 index, mirrored by the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#NYSE">EZU</a>), climbed 1.3% to close at 5,397. The broader STOXX 600 added 1% to finish at 550, with German autos leading the advance.
Shares of Germany's leading carmakers—Volkswagen AG (OTCPK: VWAGY), BMW AG (OTCPK: BMWYY), and Mercedes-Benz AG (OTCPK: MBGYY)—each rallied around 2%, clawing back losses from Friday's session. These companies are among the most exposed to potential U.S. tariffs, and their gains reflect growing optimism that a negotiated outcome may be reached.
The U.S. dollar remained under pressure as the euro extended its recent gains, nearing $1.14—its highest level in a month as currency markets appear to be pricing in a more stable outlook for the EU economy if the tariff threat is ultimately defused.
Gold prices slipped modestly in thin holiday trading, with bullion down 0.6% to $3,336 per ounce as the temporary U.S.-EU trade truce reduced safe-haven demand. 
Meanwhile, sentiment in crypto markets remains upbeat. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rose 1% to trade above $110,000, hovering near its all-time highs as digital asset demand continues to run hot.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Market Snapshot</h3>
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<th>Market</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>% Chg</th>
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<td>STOXX 600</td>
<td>550.50</td>
<td>+0.99%</td>
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<td>STOXX 50</td>
<td>5,365.00</td>
<td>+0.73%</td>
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<td>CAC 40</td>
<td>7,822.60</td>
<td>+1.12%</td>
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<td>DAX</td>
<td>24,030.00</td>
<td>+1.48%</td>
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<td>FTSE MIB</td>
<td>39,938.75</td>
<td>+1.13%</td>
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<td>EUR/USD</td>
<td>1.1378</td>
<td>+0.10%</td>
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<td>Gold</td>
<td>$3,333/oz</td>
<td>–0.60%</td>
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<td>Bitcoin</td>
<td>$110,190</td>
<td>+0.90%</td>
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European Stocks Rally After Trump's 50% Tariff Delay, Dollar Hits 1-Month Low: What's Driving Markets Monday?

President Donald Trump&#8217;s threat to impose a sweeping 50% tariff on all European Union imports starting June 1 sparked a broad selloff across European markets Friday, triggering fears of a transatlantic trade war just as global <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">growth faces renewed pressure.</a>
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the EU&#8217;s "powerful Trade Barriers, VAT Taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American Companies" were to blame for an annual trade deficit exceeding $250 billion, which he called "totally unacceptable."
The proposed tariff would exempt goods manufactured in the United States, potentially creating sharp distortions for EU-based exporters and global supply chains.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Benchmarks Tumble</h3>
The fallout was immediate in markets. The Euro STOXX 50 index – as closely tracked by the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#NYSE">EZU</a>) – dropped 3%, Italy's FTSE MIB sank 2.9%, France's CAC 40 lost 2.6% and Spain's IBEX 35 fell 2.2%. 
Germany's DAX, as tracked by the iShares MSCI Germany Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWG#NYSE">EWG</a>), which is home to many export-heavy firms, slid 2.3%.
Financial stocks bore the brunt of the decline, with Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DB#NYSE">DB</a>) falling 6.1%, Société Générale SA (OTCPK: SCGLY) down 5.3% and Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBVA#NYSE">BBVA</a>) sliding 5%.
 Industrial and luxury exporters also came under heavy pressure, including Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (OTCPK: BMWYY), or BMW (−4.5%), UniCredit SpA (OTCPK: UNCRY) (−4.5%) and EssilorLuxottica SA (OTCPK: ESLOY) (−4.2%).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Export Exposure To US Trade Is Key</h3>
The tariff threat has placed a spotlight on European companies heavily reliant on U.S. revenues.
In Germany, Adidas AG (OTCPK: ADDYY) derives roughly a third of its revenue from the United States, while SAP SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAP#NYSE">SAP</a>) generates about 40% of its turnover from North America. 
Chipmaker Infineon Technologies AG (OTCPK: IFNNY) is also significantly exposed due to its automotive and electronics customers.
French luxury and tech firms are equally at risk. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE (OTCPK: LVMUY) earns close to 25% of its revenue in the U.S., while Dassault Systèmes SE (OTCPK: DASTY) has a strong footprint in North American enterprise software. Hermès International SA (OTCPK: HESAY) pulls about 20-25% of its sales from the American market.
Italian brands like Ferrari NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RACE#NYSE">RACE</a>), with over 30% of sales from the U.S., and EssilorLuxottica SA (OTCPK: ESLOY), which owns Oakley and Ray-Ban, are also vulnerable. 
In the Netherlands, tech heavyweight ASML Holding NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) earns about 20-25% of revenue from the U.S., and Koninklijke Philips NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHG#NYSE">PHG</a>) maintains a major healthcare business across North America.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">EU Retaliation Risk Grows For US Stocks</h3>
For U.S. corporations with heavy exposure to Europe—particularly in tech, autos, agriculture and aviation—the economic consequences could be significant if the European Union responds in kind.
The 2018 EU countermeasures to Trump&#8217;s steel tariffs included duties on motorcycles, bourbon and orange juice—strategic hits on U.S. swing-state exports.
EU officials may also revisit tech taxation disputes, where U.S. firms like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) are already under regulatory scrutiny.
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Trump Tariff Threat Hits Europe: Stocks Sink As 50% Duties Loom

On Thursday, May 22, U.S. markets closed mixed, easing Treasury yields helped offset earlier losses tied to deficit concerns. The House passed Trump's tax and spending bill, which fulfilled key campaign promises but significantly increased the national debt. Investors remain wary of ongoing uncertainty around tariffs and interest rates, which continue to weigh on market sentiment.
In economic data, U.S. initial jobless claims fell by 2,000 to 227,000 for the week ending May 17, below expectations of 230,000. The S&amp;P Global services PMI rose to 52.3 in May from 50.8, and the manufacturing PMI also climbed to 52.3 from 50.2 in April, indicating stronger economic momentum.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower on Thursday, led by declines in utilities, health care, and energy. Consumer discretionary and communication services outperformed, closing higher.
The Dow closed flat at 41,859.09, the S&amp;P 500 dropped 0.04% to 5,842.01, while the Nasdaq gained 0.28% to 18,925.74.
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<li>On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.42% higher at 37,140.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.15%, ending the session at 8,360.90, led by gains in the IT, Energy, and A-REITs sectors.</li>
<li>India's Nifty 50 was up 0.99% at 24,853.10, and Nifty 500 rose 0.83% to 22,781.55.</li>
<li>China's Shanghai Composite was down 0.94% at 3,348.37, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.81% to 3,882.27.</li>
<li>Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed the session 0.24% higher at 23,601.26.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.10%.</li>
<li>Germany's DAX index gained 0.25%.</li>
<li>France's CAC 40 fell 0.35%.</li>
<li>U.K.'s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.19%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.03% at $61.18/bbl, and Brent was down 0.03% at $64.42/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.48% to $3.301.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.02% at $3,327.49, Silver was up 0.29% to $33.315, and Copper fell 1.02% to $4.7275.</li>
<li>Gold prices rose on safe-haven demand fueled by U.S. debt concerns and Middle East tensions.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.13%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.06%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.07%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.56% to 99.38, USD/JPY was down 0.47% to 143.35, and USD/AUD slid 0.83% to 1.5471.</li>
<li>The dollar fell for the week as U.S. debt concerns and Trump's tax bill spooked investors. Rising yields failed to stem outflows, boosting the euro and pressuring sentiment.</li>
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Gold Up, Dollar Slides On Debt Concerns - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, May 21, U.S. markets closed lower as rising Treasury yields alarmed investors, driven by fears that Trump&#8217;s tax cuts could swell the national debt. All major indexes posted their worst losses in a month. Real estate, healthcare, and tech-led the decline. Weak bond demand and concerns over budget cuts added pressure, while Alphabet rose but Tesla and Apple slipped.
In economic data, U.S. mortgage applications fell by 5.1% for the week ending May 16, marking a drop in activity compared to the previous week.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell, led by real estate, healthcare, and financials, while communication services ended higher.
The Dow fell 1.91% to 41,860.44, the S&amp;P 500 dropped 1.61% to 5,844.61, and the Nasdaq slipped 1.41% to 18,872.64.
Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.92% lower at 36,955.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 declined 0.45%, ending the session at 8,348.70, led by losses in the IT, Energy, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.83% at 24,605.10, and Nifty 500 fell 0.59% to 22,596.75.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.22% at 3,380.19, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.06% to 3,913.87.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.19% lower at 23,544.31.</li>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.97%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.79%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 1.03%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.73%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.40% at $60.71/bbl, and Brent was down 1.40% at $64.00/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices fell as OPEC+ considered a July output hike, raising oversupply fears. U.S. crude inventories unexpectedly rose, adding pressure amid weak demand and rising Treasury yields.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 1.01% to $3.334.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.12% at $3,309.20, Silver was down 0.79% to $33.380, and Copper fell 1,15% to $4.6183.</li>
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U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.10%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.09%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.18%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.19% to 99.78, USD/JPY was down 0.20% to 143.40, and USD/AUD rose 0.18% to 1.5563.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar inched higher but remained under pressure as Trump&#8217;s tax bill advanced, raising debt concerns.</li>
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