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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.
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<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>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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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
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<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
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<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>
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Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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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
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<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
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<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
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<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>
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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
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<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>
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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
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<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
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<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
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<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
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<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
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<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
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<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>
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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
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<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
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<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>
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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>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Gold Dips On Trade Truce Hope  - Global Markets Today While US Slept

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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Gold Hits Record High, Dollar Weakens As Trump's Policy Stance And Fed Chair Criticism Induces Uncertainty

On Thursday, April 17, U.S. markets closed mixed as investors balanced progress in trade talks with ongoing concerns about interest rates. Optimism followed positive comments on trade negotiations, but uncertainty remained about future deals. While some sectors saw gains, the broader market experienced declines over the week. Traders are focused on upcoming trade discussions and potential actions from the central bank.
In economic data, U.S. housing starts decreased by 11.4% month-over-month to an annualized rate of 1.324 million in March. Initial jobless claims fell by 9,000 to 215,000 in the second week of April, better than the expected 225,000. The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index dropped by 39 points to -26.4 in April, well below the expected 2.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed higher, led by energy, consumer staples, and real estate, while information technology and healthcare ended lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 1.33% to 39,142.23, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.13% to 5,282.70, and the Nasdaq Composite slid 0.13% to close at 16,286.45.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 1.30% to close at 34,279.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australian markets are closed for the Easter holiday.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.11% at 24,119.25, and Nifty 500 rose 1.45% to 21,994.95.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.45% to 3,291.43, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 gained 0.33% to 3,784.88.</li>
<li>Hong Kong markets are closed for the Easter holiday.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>European markets closed for the Easter holiday.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 2.91% at $62.15/bbl, and Brent was down 2.80% at $66.05/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dropped on Monday amid positive U.S.-Iran talks and concerns over an economic slowdown caused by tariffs. Lower liquidity and fears of reduced fuel demand heightened market volatility.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.96% to $3.216.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 2.34% at $3,406.26, Silver was up 1.12% to $32.835, and Copper rose 0.87% to $4.7803.</li>
<li>Gold prices hit a new record on Monday, rising due to a weaker dollar, geopolitical tensions, and uncertainty surrounding U.S. Federal Reserve policy.        </li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.98%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 1.12% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.20%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index slipped 1.29% to 99.19, USD/JPY was down 1.07% to 140.65, and USD/AUD fell 0.18% to 1.5653.</li>
<li>The dollar fell sharply on Monday, hitting decade-lows against the Swiss franc and yen, as concerns grew over President Trump&#8217;s plans to challenge the independence of the Federal Reserve.</li>
</ul>
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Gold Rallies To Record, Dollar Drops - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, April 16, U.S. markets closed lower after Nvidia warned of $5.5 billion in charges from new U.S. export curbs to China. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell pointed to slowing economic growth and rising inflation risks due to tariffs, further weighing on investor sentiment amid ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions.
According to economic data, U.S. industrial production declined by 0.3% in March, slightly worse than the expected drop of 0.2%. However, retail sales rose 1.4% month-over-month, surpassing the previous month&#8217;s 0.2% increase and the forecasted 1.3% gain.
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Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed lower, with consumer discretionary, information technology, and communication services leading the losses, while energy stocks bucked the trend and finished higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 1.73% to 39,669.39, the S&amp;P 500 fell 2.24% to 5,275.70, and the Nasdaq Composite slid 3.07% to close at 16,307.16.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 1.35% to close at 34,379.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.78% and closed at 7,819.10, led by gains in the Energy, Resources and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.77% at 23,851.85, and the Nifty 500 rose 1.30% at 21,681.30.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.13% to 3,280.34, while Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 declined 0.02% to 3,772.22.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index gained 1.61% to 21,395.14.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.749%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.31%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.52%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.70%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.09% at $63.15/bbl, and Brent was up 0.93% at $66.44/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose on Thursday due to supply concerns following new U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil exports. Brent crude increased, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate also saw gains, both on track for weekly rises.       </li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 0.34% to $3.258.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.29% at $3,336.61, Silver was down 1.83% to $32.378, and Copper fell 2.22% to $4.5815.</li>
<li>Gold prices dipped from record highs on Thursday as investors took profits, and U.S. Fed Chair Powell&#8217;s hawkish comments reduced sentiment. Silver and platinum also fell amid geopolitical and inflation concerns.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.89%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.95%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.04%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index gained 0.23% to 99.50, the USD/JPY rose 0.56% to 142.71, and the USD/AUD rose 0.26% to 1.5737.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar edged higher Thursday, supported by hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Powell noted the slowing U.S. economic growth and inflation risks due to tariffs but emphasized the Fed&#8217;s cautious stance, leading to a slight bounce in the greenback.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Markets Gain, Europe Slides, Crude Prices Up On Iranian Sanctions - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, April 15, U.S. markets closed lower amid ongoing tariff uncertainty and weakness in consumer and healthcare stocks. Gains in Bank of America and Citigroup provided some support, though bank executives warned of risks to consumer spending if trade tensions persist. Boeing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/04/44822589/boeing-stock-is-sliding-tuesday-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">fell</a> after China suspended jet deliveries, while the auto and pharmaceutical sectors also came under pressure from new tariff threats.
On the economic front, the NY Empire State Manufacturing Index improved to -8.1 in April from -20 in March. Export prices were unchanged in March, while import prices declined by 0.1% following a 0.2% gain in February.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended the day lower, led by losses in consumer-related stocks, though information technology and real estate outperformed, closing higher amid broader market weakness.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.38% to 40,368.96, the S&amp;P 500 slipped 0.17% to 5,396.63, and the Nasdaq Composite edged down 0.05% to 16,823.17.
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Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 1.03% to close at 33,913.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.04% and closed at 7,758.90, led by losses in the Energy, IT and Healthcare sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.48% at 23,441.20, and Nifty 500 rose 0.61% to 21,408.30.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.26% to 3,276.00, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased 0.31% to 3,772.82.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index fell 1.91% to 21,056.98.</li>
<li>The Hang Seng index dropped as major Chinese tech firms like Baidu, Alibaba, and Tencent fell up to 5% after Nvidia warned of a $5.5B hit from new U.S. chip export controls, threatening AI chip access in China.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.79%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.55%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.65%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.47%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.85% at $61.84/bbl, and Brent was up 0.79% at $65.18/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 2.22% to $3.255.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 2.44% at $3,319.35, Silver was up 1.96% to $32.930, and Copper fell 0.90% to $4.5840.</li>
<li>Gold surged to a record high as U.S.-China trade tensions, Nvidia&#8217;s warning, and economic uncertainty boosted safe-haven demand and pressured global tech and copper markets.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.01%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.54% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 1.19%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.54% to 99.63, USD/JPY was down 0.22% to 142.86, and USD/AUD slid 0.945% to 1.5709.</li>
<li>The dollar fell sharply Wednesday amid renewed trade tensions and investor anxiety over erratic U.S. tariff policy. It hit a 10-year low against the Swiss franc and a seven-month low versus the yen.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Mixed, Europe Slides; Gold Hits $3,300 As Trade War Escalates - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, April 14, U.S. markets ended higher, boosted by Apple after the White House excluded smartphones and computers from reciprocal tariffs. Still, concerns over pending semiconductor tariffs and broader trade uncertainty capped gains.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors advanced—real estate, utilities, and consumer staples led—while consumer discretionary lagged. Analysts flagged a potential &#8220;death cross&#8221; in the S&amp;P 500, signaling possible longer-term weakness.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Monday, led by real estate, utilities, and consumer staples, while consumer discretionary stocks declined.
Related: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44805223/the-sp-500-closes-with-first-death-cross-since-2022-heres-what-it-means-for-the-markets" rel="noreferrer noopener">The S&amp;P 500 Closes With First &#8216;Death Cross&#8217; Since 2022 &#8211; Here&#8217;s What It Means For The Markets</a>
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.78% to 40,524.79, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.79% to 5,405.97, and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.64% to close at 16,831.48.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.89% to close at 34,283.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.17% and closed at 7,761.70, led by gains in the Healthcare, Financials and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 2.15% at 23,318.00, and the Nifty 500 rose 2.47% at 21,265.70.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.15% to 3,267.66, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased 0.06% to 3,761.23.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index gained 0.23% to 21,466.27.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.78%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.48%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.33%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.93%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.57% at $61.18/bbl, and Brent was down 0.55% at $64.52/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices held steady Tuesday as tariff exemptions and higher Chinese imports offset demand cuts from OPEC and IEA amid ongoing trade tensions and Iran concerns.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 0.78% to $3.351.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.39% at $3,238.61, Silver was up 0.41% to $32.298, and Copper fell 0.37% to $4.6080.</li>
<li>Gold prices dipped slightly Tuesday but stayed near record highs as safe-haven demand held firm amid U.S.-China trade war fears. Uncertainty from shifting tariff policies and recession concerns supported bullion despite some risk sentiment from recent exemptions.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.02%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.12%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.28%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.04% to 99.65, USD/JPY was down 0.08% to 142.84, and USD/AUD slid 0.95% to 1.5751.
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Asia And Europe Markets Gain On Reduced Uncertainty, Gold Holds Near Highs - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, April 11, U.S. markets closed higher, with all three major indexes posting strong gains, fueled by upbeat bank earnings and reassuring comments from Federal Reserve officials. The S&amp;P 500 and Dow recorded their largest weekly percentage gains since November 2023, while the Nasdaq notched its best week since November 2022.
Despite volatility driven by ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions and inflation concerns, investor sentiment improved following better-than-expected earnings from JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo.
On the economic front, producer prices rose 2.7% in March, below the 3.3% forecast, while the monthly figure fell 0.4%—the sharpest drop since 2023.
All 11 major S&amp;P 500 sectors ended in positive territory, with materials and technology leading the gains.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 1.56% to 40,212.71, the S&amp;P 500 rose 1.81% to 5,363.36, and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 2.06% to close at 16,724.46.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 1.27% to close at 34,011.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.</li>
<li>Japan&#8217;s Nikkei closed higher as U.S. tariff exclusions on smartphones lifted tech stocks, though investor caution remained amid ongoing trade uncertainty and fluctuating market sentiment.</li>
<li>Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 1.34% and closed at 7,748.60, led by gains in the IT, Metals &amp; Mining and Materials sectors</li>
<li>India markets were closed for the Ambedkar Jayanti holiday.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.76% to 3,262.81, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased 0.23% to 3,759.14.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index gained 2.40% to 21,417.40.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s trade surplus rose to $102.64 billion in March, beating expectations of $74.30 billion. Exports surged 12.4% year-over-year amid front-loading ahead of steep U.S. tariffs. Imports fell 4.3%, reflecting retaliatory tariffs and weak domestic demand in the face of slowing economic growth.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 1.87%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 2.11%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 1.78%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 1.75%.</li>
<li>European markets rose Monday as the U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44778464/trump-administration-grants-tariff-reprieve-to-tech-industry-apple-and-nvidia-among-beneficiaries" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">exempted</a> certain electronics from reciprocal tariffs, easing fears of a deepening trade war.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.01% at $62.12/bbl, and Brent was up 0.96% at $65.38/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices inched up Monday after the U.S. exempted some goods from tariffs and China reported a strong rebound in crude imports for March.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 1.76% to $3.467.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.17% at $3,239.24, Silver was up 1.09% to $32.270, and Copper rose 1.33% to $4.5823x.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.74%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 1.06%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.22%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.65% to 99.45, USD/JPY was down 0.29% to 142.09, and USD/AUD slid 0.58% to 1.5809.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar slipped Monday amid continued uncertainty from President Trump&#8217;s tariff moves, boosting the euro, yen, and other major currencies. Investor confidence in the dollar weakened as contradictory trade messages fueled market volatility.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Gain On Partial US Reciprocal Tariff Exemptions; Dollar Hits Multi-Month Low - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, April 10, U.S. markets closed lower as renewed fears over President Trump&#8217;s escalating trade war with China erased much of the previous day&#8217;s historic rally.
The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq had surged following a 90-day tariff reprieve, but investor uncertainty quickly returned. Meanwhile, inflation eased in March, nearing the Fed&#8217;s 2% target, though the central bank&#8217;s path forward remains uncertain amid ongoing trade tensions with both China and Europe.
In economic data, Consumer inflation slowed to 2.4% year-over-year, down from 2.8% in February and below expectations of 2.6%—marking the lowest reading since September 2024. On a monthly basis, the Consumer Price Index fell 0.1%, the first decline since May 2020.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower, led by sharp losses in energy, technology, and communication services. However, consumer staples outperformed, closing in positive territory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.50% to 39,593.66, the S&amp;P 500 fell 3.46% to 5,268.05, and the Nasdaq Composite declined 4.31% to close at 16,387.31.
Related: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44756353/xi-jinping-says-there-are-no-winners-in-tariff-war-as-china-slaps-125-tariffs-on-us-goods-urges-trump-to-immediately-correct-wrongdoings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Xi Jinping Says &#8216;There Are No Winners In Tariff War&#8217; As China Slaps 125% Tariffs On US Goods, Urges Trump To Immediately Correct &#8216;Wrongdoings&#8217;</a>
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 2.96% to close at 33,584.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.82% and closed at 7,646.50, led by losses in the Healthcare, Utilities and Energy sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.89% at 22,822.35, and Nifty 500 rose 1.94% at 20,749.50.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 0.45% to 3,238.23, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased 0.41% to 3,750.52.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index gained 1.26% to 20,943.00.</li>
<li>China raised tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, escalating its trade war with Washington after Trump&#8217;s 145% hike. Beijing condemned the move as unilateral bullying.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 1.23%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.68%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.96%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.16%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.27% at $60.23/bbl, and Brent was up 0.19% at $63.46/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.65% to $3.691.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 2.00% at $3,241.60, Silver was up 2.01% to $31.380, and Copper rose 2.62% to $4.4500.</li>
<li>Gold <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/04/44754594/gold-miners-rally-as-bullion-hits-3212-record-trump-tariffs-fuel-over-20-year-to-date-surge-across-sector" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recorded </a>a new high as mining stocks continued their post-inauguration rally amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Dow futures were down 0.17%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.06%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.39%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures fell as China hiked tariffs to 125%, escalating trade tensions. Markets fear global recession, with investors rattled by supply chain risks and economic fallout from the intensifying conflict.</li>
</ul>
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 1.60% to 99.23, USD/JPY was down 1.51% to 142.32, and USD/AUD slid 1.20% to 1.6050.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar sank to a near two-year low as trade tensions escalated and confidence in U.S. assets eroded. Investors flocked to the euro, Swiss franc, and British pound instead.</li>
</ul>
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China's Retaliatory Tariff Hike Escalates Trade War, Gold Soars, Dollar Hits Two-Year Low - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, April 9, U.S. markets closed higher in a powerful rebound. The S&amp;P 500 soared 9.5%—its largest single-day gain since 2008—after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for many countries with a 10% reciprocal Tariff on all except China, offering relief to anxious investors.
The rally was further fueled by strong demand in a U.S. Treasury auction, upbeat earnings from Delta Air Lines, and broad-based buying interest. Yet uncertainty remains over future policy shifts, inflation risks, and the upcoming earnings season.
On the economic front, mortgage applications surged 20% in the first week of April, reflecting renewed consumer activity.
All 11 sectors in the S&amp;P 500 finished in positive territory, with consumer discretionary, information technology, and communication services posting the strongest gains.
Related: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/04/44726524/us-futures-edge-higher-nikkei-surges-8-as-trumps-90-day-tariff-pause-triggers-historic-wall-street-rally-gold-gains-slightly" rel="noreferrer noopener">U.S. Futures Edge Higher, Nikkei Surges 8% As Trump&#8217;s 90-Day Tariff Pause Triggers Historic Rally, Analyst Warns &#8216;We&#8217;re Not Out Of The Woods Yet&#8217;</a>
The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 7.87% to 40,608.45, the S&amp;P 500 rose 9.52% to 5,456.90, and the Nasdaq Composite surged 12.16% to close at 17,124.97.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 jumped 8.99% to close at 34,564.00, marking its biggest single-day gain since 2008. The rally was driven by sharp rebounds in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors following U.S. President Trump&#8217;s surprise 90-day tariff pause. Investor sentiment surged, with nearly all stocks advancing, led by strong gains in tech and retail.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 4.54% and closed at 7,375.00, led by gains in the IT, Gold, and Metals and mining sectors.</li>
<li>India markets were closed for the Mahavir Jayanti holiday.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite rose 1.16% to 3,223.64, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased 1.31% to 3,735.12.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng Index gained 2.06% to 20,681.78.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s consumer and producer inflation fell more than expected in March, highlighting weak domestic demand and mounting trade war pressures. CPI dropped 0.1% year-on-year, while PPI shrank for a 30th consecutive month.</li>
</ul>
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/04/44727311/china-warns-citizens-over-us-travel-after-trumps-tariff-hike-triggers-retaliation-cites-deteriorating-relations-and-rising-security-risks" rel="noreferrer noopener">China Warns Citizens Over U.S. Travel After Trump&#8217;s Tariff Hike Triggers Retaliation, Cites&#8217; Deteriorating&#8217; Relations And Rising Security Risks</a>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 5.10%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 5.02%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 4.73%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 3.78%.</li>
<li>European stocks rallied strongly after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on most new U.S. tariffs, with major indices in Germany, France, and the U.K. posting significant gains amid investor relief.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 2.53% at $60.78/bbl, and Brent was down 2.50% at $63.84/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices dropped as escalating tensions in the U.S.-China trade war reignited fears of a global economic slowdown, overshadowing the temporary relief from Trump&#8217;s 90-day tariff pause. The sharp tariff hike on Chinese imports and Beijing&#8217;s retaliatory duties fueled concerns about weaker crude demand from the world&#8217;s top importers.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 3.28% to $3.691.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.54% at $3,126.60, Silver was up 1.27% to $30.807, and Copper rose 3.55% to $4.3413.</li>
<li>Gold prices surged in Asian trading, nearing record highs, as investors sought safety amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. This geopolitical instability boosted demand for gold as a safe-haven asset, while a weaker U.S. dollar further supported prices.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 1.44%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 1.83% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 2.13%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.73% to 102.23, USD/JPY was down 1.14% to 146.07, and USD/AUD gained 0.13% to 1.6266.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar weakened broadly Thursday as traders reacted to Trump&#8217;s tariff decision, falling against safe-haven and risk currencies alike.</li>
</ul>
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