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Private sector job growth exceeded expectations in March, signaling a surprisingly resilient labor market even as U.S. businesses face growing uncertainty over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">the potential impact of tariffs.</a>
U.S. private employers added 155,000 jobs in March, according to the latest Employment Report from Automatic Data Processing.
The figure represents a notable pickup from February's upwardly revised total of 84,000 and comes in well above the market forecast of 105,000.
&#8220;Despite policy uncertainty and downbeat consumers, the bottom line is this: The March topline number was a good one for the economy and employers of all sizes, if not necessarily all sectors,&#8221; said Nela Richardson, chief economist at ADP.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Where Did Jobs Grow In March?</h3>
The latest figures showed job gains across both service-providing and goods-producing sectors.
Goods-producing industries added 24,000 positions in March, with manufacturing contributing 13,000 new jobs. 
Meanwhile, service-providing sectors expanded by 132,000 jobs, led by professional and business services, which added 57,000 roles. However, trade, transportation, and utilities shed 6,000 positions.
The ADP report also pointed to a continued easing in wage growth. Annual pay increases stood at 4.6% for job stayers, while job changers saw a 6.5% rise.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) – as tracked by the&nbsp;Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>),&nbsp;fell by 0.2% after the report.
Futures on major U.S. indices were sharply lower during premarket trading in New York. The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) was 1.2% lower by 8:25 a.m. ET.
Gold – tracked by&nbsp;SPDR Gold Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) – traded at $3,120 per ounce, up 0.3%. 
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Private Employment Beats Expectations In March As Labor Market Shrugs Off Tariff Worries

On Tuesday, April 1st, U.S. markets closed mixed. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq ended higher after a volatile session fueled by investor anxiety over impending U.S. tariff announcements from the Trump administration.
Tech stocks like Tesla and Meta led the gains, while healthcare and airline stocks weighed on the indexes. Despite the uptick, markets remained cautious amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Newsmax and CoreWeave surged among newly listed IPOs. Overall trading volume was slightly below the 20-day average.
In economic data, U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in March, with the ISM PMI falling to 49—below expectations. Construction spending rose 0.7% in February, rebounding from a January decline. Meanwhile, job openings declined by 194,000 to 7.57 million.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended the day higher, led by technology and consumer discretionary, while healthcare and financials posted losses.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.03% to 41,989.96, while the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.38% to 5,633.08, and the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.87% to close at 17,449.89.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session higher by 0.28% at 35,725.00.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.12% and closed at 7,934.50, led by gains in the A-REITs, Telecoms Services and Financials sectors.        </li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.70% to 23,327.40, and Nifty 500 gained 0.92% to 21,264.05.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.05% to 3,350.13, while the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid by 0.08% to 3,884.39.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 0.02%, ending the session at 23,202.53.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.50%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.00%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.39%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.77%.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
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<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.07% at $71.15/bbl, and Brent was down 0.12% at $74.40/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices held steady as traders awaited U.S. tariff details, fearing trade tensions could hit demand. Mixed U.S. inventory data and potential sanctions on Russian and Iranian oil added uncertainty.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.43% to $3.968.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.53% at $3,162.60, Silver was up 1.41% to $34.792, and Copper rose 0.78% to $5.0740.</li>
<li>Gold prices held steady near record highs as investors awaited Trump&#8217;s tariff announcement. Economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions boosted demand, with forecasts suggesting further gains if growth slows sharply.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.19%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.24% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 0.32%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index was down 0.14% to 104.07, USD/JPY was down 0.35% to 149.48, and USD/AUD declined 1.06% to 1.5839.
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Asia Markets Up, Europe Slides And Gold Gains Amid Tariff Uncertainty - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, March 31, U.S. markets closed mixed. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq recorded their worst monthly and quarterly performances since 2022, driven by uncertainty surrounding Trump&#8217;s economic policies and tariffs. 
The S&amp;P saw a notable decline, while the Nasdaq dropped significantly. March was particularly challenging due to concerns about global trade tensions and inflation. However, sectors like energy showed growth, highlighting the importance of diversification.
In economic data, the March Chicago PMI rose to 47.6, exceeding expectations, while the Dallas Fed&#8217;s Texas manufacturing index dropped to -16.3, its lowest level since July 2024.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher, with consumer staples, financials, and utilities leading the gains. However, consumer discretionary stocks diverged, closing lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 1.00% at 42,001.76, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.55% to 5,611.85, while the Nasdaq Composite slid 0.14% to 17,299.29.
Asia Markets Today
On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 0.14% at 35,569.00.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 1.04% and closed at 7,925.20.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slid by 1.50% to 23,165.70, and the Nifty 500 declined by 1.26% to 21,070.75.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.38% to 3,348.44, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 increased by 0.01% to 3,887.68.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was up 0.38%, ending the session at 23,206.84.
Asian stocks rebounded on Tuesday, following gains on Wall Street, though caution prevailed ahead of U.S. tariffs set for April 2. As expected, the Reserve Bank of Australia held interest rates at 4.10%. In China, manufacturing activity hit a four-month high, boosting market sentiment.
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
The European STOXX 50 was up 1.06%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.32%.
France&#8217;s rose 0.94%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.80%.
European stock markets rose on Tuesday, recovering from previous losses as investors await Trump&#8217;s trade tariff announcement and regional inflation data.
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.55% at $71.87/bbl, and Brent was up 0.53% at $75.15/bbl.
Natural Gas fell 1.07% to $4.077.
Gold was trading higher by 0.30% at $3,160.11, Silver was up 0.17% to $34.670, and Copper rose 0.38% to $5.0537.
Gold reached another all-time high on Tuesday, driven by safe-haven demand as investors await Trump&#8217;s upcoming tariff announcement.
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.13%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.11%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.11%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.05% to 104.24, USD/JPY was down 0.39% to 149.42, and USD/AUD declined 0.11% to 1.5995.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Rebounds Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Gold Hits New High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, March 28th, U.S. markets closed sharply lower as fears of slowing economic growth, rising inflation, and escalating tariffs under the Trump administration weighed on markets. Major tech stocks like Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple tumbled.
Consumer spending disappointed, inflation expectations surged, and investors grew cautious ahead of new tariffs. Markets anticipate possible interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
In economic data, the Fed&#8217;s preferred inflation gauge — the core PCE price index — rose 2.8% year-over-year in February, above the 2.7% forecast. Investor concerns grew as the University of Michigan survey showed 5-year inflation expectations rising to 4.1%, the highest since February 1993.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower, led by losses in consumer discretionary, communication services, and tech stocks. Utilities were the exception, closing higher and defying the broader market downturn.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 1.69% at 41,583.90, the S&amp;P 500 slid 1.97% to 5,580.94, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.70% to 17,322.99.
Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session drastically lower by 4.03% at 35,624.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 plunged 4.05%, entering correction territory with a nearly 12% drop from its December peak, driven by fears over U.S. tariffs.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 1.74% and closed at 7,843.40, led by losses in the Metals &amp; Mining, Resources and Materials sectors.</li>
<li>India markets closed for the Ramzan (Id-Ul-Fitar) holiday.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.46% to 3,335.75, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.71% to 3,887.31.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 1.31%, ending the session at 23,119.58.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 1.37%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.27%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC slid 1.37%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.98%.</li>
<li>European stocks fell sharply as investors braced for U.S. tariffs, which are set to take effect Wednesday. Fears of broader trade measures raised recession risks and pressured global markets and oil prices.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.23% at $69.52/bbl, and Brent was up 0.23% at $72.93/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose after Trump threatened 25–50% tariffs on Russian oil buyers, but gains were limited as traders doubted the seriousness of the move. Analysts cited market fatigue over U.S. sanctions talk.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 03.12% to $4.192.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 1.02% at $3,146.11, Silver was up 0.15% to $34.868, and Copper slid 1.80% to $5.0375.</li>
<li>Gold surged to a record high on Monday, marking its third straight session of gains, as investors sought safety amid rising tariff uncertainty and inflation fears.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.59%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.87% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.25%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.22% to 104.03, USD/JPY was down 0.44% to 149.17, and USD/AUD gained 0.57% to 1.5990.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar held steady Monday but is set for a quarterly loss of over 4% amid fears that Trump&#8217;s tariff plans will stoke inflation and hurt growth.</li>
</ul>
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Japan's Index Falls In Correction Territory, Europe Declines On Trade Fears; Gold Surges To New Record - Global Markets Today While US Slept

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose more than anticipated in February, underscoring the bumpy road back to the 2% target and throwing cold water on expectations for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">imminent interest rate cuts.</a>
According to data released Friday by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index increased by 2.5% year-over-year, matching both the previous reading and economist forecasts of 2.5%. On a monthly basis, headline PCE rose 0.3%, in line with estimates.
Stripping out volatile food and energy prices, the core PCE price index—the Fed's favorite metric for inflation—climbed 2.8% from a year ago, slightly up from January's upwardly revised 2.7% and above expectations of 2.7%. 
The monthly core PCE figure accelerated to 0.4%, surpassing the 0.3% consensus estimate.
The hotter-than-expected inflation data could potentially dent market optimism for near-term monetary easing. 
Before the release, fed futures markets had priced in a roughly 70% probability of a rate cut by June and cumulatively 63 basis points of cuts by December, according to CME FedWatch data.
In a sign of consumer resilience despite sticky inflation, personal spending bounced back in February, rising 0.4% month-over-month after a 0.3% contraction in January, but missing expectations for a 0.5% increase. 
Personal income growth accelerated to 0.8%, above January's 0.7% and well beyond the 0.4% estimate. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reaction: Wall Street Flashes Red Lights </h3>
Futures on major U.S. stock indexes fell in premarket trading Friday. The S&amp;P 500 contracts slid 0.4%, the Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.5%, and Dow Jones futures declined 0.2%. Premarket moves pushed the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) near the flatline for the week. 
The U.S. dollar index – as tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) –&nbsp;slightly trimmed session gains, up 0.1%. 
In the bond market, yields remained broadly steady. The 2-year Treasury yield – a gauge for interest-rate expectations – hovered around 4%.
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Fed's Favorite Inflation Gauge Rises More Than Expected In February, Casting Doubt On Near-Term Rate Cuts

On Thursday, March 27th, U.S. markets closed in red amid market jitters over President Trump&#8217;s proposed 25% tariff on imported cars, hitting automakers like GM and Ford hard. Tesla and Apple saw slight gains. Investors remain cautious due to Trump&#8217;s unpredictable trade stance. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq are heading toward negative Q1 finishes in 2025.
In economic data, U.S. initial jobless claims dipped to 224,000 last week, slightly below expectations. Q4 GDP was revised to 2.4% from 2.3%, while February wholesale inventories rose 0.3% to $903 billion, down from January&#8217;s 0.8% increase.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower, led by declines in energy, communication services, and tech. Healthcare and consumer staples were the exceptions, finishing the day in positive territory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down by 0.37% at 42,299.70, the S&amp;P 500 slid 0.33% to 5,693.31, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.53% to 17,804.03.
Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 1.99% at 37,049.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.16% and closed at 7,982.00, led by gains in the Gold, Consumer Staples and Energy sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 slid 0.28% to 23,526.95, and Nifty 500 was down 0.27% at 21,350.25.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.67% to 3,351.31, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.44% to 3,915.17.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 0.76%, ending the session at 23,400.24.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.53%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.66%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC slid 0.53%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.01%.</li>
<li>European shares declined Friday amid rising trade war concerns, with the STOXX 600 and Germany&#8217;s DAX lower.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.16% at $70.03/bbl, and Brent was up 0.07% at $73.38/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 0.61% to $3.901.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.71% at $3,113.10, Silver was up 0.87% to $35.388, and Copper slid 0.14% to $5.1125.</li>
<li>Gold hit a record high Friday as safe-haven demand surged following Trump&#8217;s auto tariffs and rising geopolitical tensions. Investors await key PCE inflation data, which could influence Fed rate expectations.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.11%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.21% and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.36%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.12% to 104.38, USD/JPY was down 0.26% to 150.64, and USD/AUD gained 0.12% to 1.5881.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Falls On Auto Tariff Concerns And Gold Hits All-Time High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

A U.S. dollar bounce in reaction to imminent reciprocal tariff announcements might be the perfect moment to cash out before deeper economic tensions unravel the greenback, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">according to Bank of America. </a>
In its latest FX Viewpoint report, the team led by Athanasios Vamvakidis reaffirmed a bearish outlook for the dollar beyond the near term, citing diverging policy paths between the U.S. and Europe.
While the dollar may gain ground following the tariff rollout, Bank of America said the rally would likely be short-lived as stagflation risks mount in the U.S. and Europe accelerates its fiscal and structural stimulus.
&#8220;Most likely, this would be a USD rally to sell,&#8221; the note stated. 
At the time of this writing, the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) is down 3% year-to-date, while the Invesco CurrencyShares Euro Currency Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXE#NYSE">FXE</a>) has gained 4.5% over the same period.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Dollar Set To Gain On Tariffs, Yet Fundamentals Remain Shaky</h1>
&#8220;The USD could still strengthen short-term on high tariffs, but we remain bullish EURUSD for the year on stagflationary U.S. policies and historic EU reforms,&#8221; Vamvakidis said.
Historically, the U.S. dollar's response to tariffs has been mixed. 
While trade barriers can curb imports and boost inflation — supporting the dollar short term — they also threaten growth and trigger risk aversion, which can weigh on the currency over time.
Ahead of the April 2 tariff implementation, Bank of America observed that hedge funds resumed dollar buying after unwinding stretched long positions earlier this year.
According to analysts, the overall USD market position is now neutral.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">How Could The Fed Respond To Stagflation</h1>
Bank of America maintains a bearish medium-term view on the greenback, driven by what it sees as a stagflationary U.S. policy mix: high tariffs, fiscal tightening and unclear monetary direction from the Federal Reserve.
The market has already priced in four rate cuts this year, up from just 1.5 cuts at the start of 2025. That shift stems from expectations that the Fed will prioritize economic support over reacting to temporary inflation spikes caused by tariffs.
"If the Fed hikes in response to inflation, we would expect the USD to strengthen again," Vamvakidis said. 
Yet, he warned that such strength could be short-lived, as tighter policy may eventually lead to a sharp equity sell-off and economic contraction — bringing the dollar back down.
Bank of America's FX desk says government spending cuts and higher tariffs are defining the policy backdrop, dragging the U.S. closer to stagnating growth combined with elevated inflation.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Europe's Comeback: Can The Euro Overtake?</h1>
While the U.S. faces policy uncertainty, Europe is quietly orchestrating its most ambitious economic transformation in over a decade. 
Vamvakidis said the European Union&#8217;s push to spend 800 billion euros on defense and invest in infrastructure is a historic pivot, especially for Germany, which is executing a 12-year fiscal expansion worth at least 22% of GDP.
The fiscal shift marks a break from years of austerity. 
"These are game changers," Bank of America said, adding that the market is underestimating the long-term impact of the EU&#8217;s reform agenda. However, it also warned that the shift would take time to fully materialize. "It is going to be a marathon, not a sprint."
The bank sees the euro-dollar exchange rate rallying to 1.15 levels by December 2025, up nearly 7% from current levels. 
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April 2 Tariffs Could Trigger A US Dollar 'Rally To Sell,' Bank Of America Economists Say

On Wednesday, March 26, U.S. markets closed lower, led by steep drops in Nvidia and Tesla, as investors braced for U.S. tariffs on auto imports. Fears of rising prices and global retaliation hit chipmakers and automakers. Durable goods orders rose unexpectedly, while Barclays cut its S&amp;P 500 target. GameStop soared 12% on bitcoin news; Dollar Tree gained on divestiture plans.
In economic data, in February, U.S. orders for manufactured durable goods increased by 0.9% from the previous month, reaching $289.3 billion.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell, led by losses in consumer discretionary, communication services, and tech, while utilities and consumer staples edged higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was lower by 0.31% at 42,587.50, the S&amp;P 500 slid 1.12% to 5,712.20, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.04% to 17,899.02.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 0.71% at 37,755.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.38% and closed at 7,969.00, led by losses in the A-REITs, IT, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.41% to 23,583.70, and Nifty 500 was up 0.67% at 21,419.70.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.15% to 3,373.75, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose   0.33% to 3,932.41.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was up 0.41%, ending the session at 23,578.80.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.938%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.65%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC slid 0.30%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.63%.</li>
<li>European stocks fell as Trump announced 25% tariffs on imported autos, sparking trade war fears.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.39% at $69.38/bbl, and Brent was down 0.36% at $72.80/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices held steady as markets weighed U.S. tariffs and global supply concerns. Venezuela sanctions, falling inventories, and auto tariffs act as key factors influencing future oil price direction.</li>
<li>Natural Gas fell 2.92% to $3.759.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.83% at $3,077.64, Silver was up 0.56% to $34.413, and Copper slid 0.27% to $5.2285.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Dow futures were up 0.23%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.12%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.03%.</li>
<li>Wall Street futures were flat as Trump&#8217;s 25% auto tariffs fueled trade tension. Auto stocks slid, investor caution rose ahead of April 2 tariffs, and key inflation data is expected Friday.</li>
</ul>
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.07% to 104.48, USD/JPY was up 0.23% to 150.94, and USD/AUD declined 0.13% to 1.5856.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Slips On Auto Tariff Worries, Gold Advances Toward Record High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, March 25, U.S. markets closed in green as investors reacted to mixed signals: Apple gained while Nvidia dipped, and attention turned to possible shifts in Trump&#8217;s trade policy.
Market uncertainty persists amid inflation worries, declining fiscal strength, and cautious Fed comments. The key focus now shifts to Friday&#8217;s release of the Fed&#8217;s preferred inflation gauge, the PCE index.
In economic data, Consumer confidence dipped to 92.9, missing expectations of 93.5. Home prices rose 4.7% in January, slightly below forecasts of 4.8% but higher than December&#8217;s 4.5%. New home sales climbed 1.8% to 676,000 in February, falling short of the 680,000 estimate, despite rebounding from January&#8217;s revised 6.9% drop, suggesting lingering housing market uncertainty.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose, led by consumer discretionary, communication, and financial stocks, while utilities and health care declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 0.01% to 42,587.50, the S&amp;P 500 up 0.16% to 5,776.65, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.47% to 18,271.86.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session higher by 0.73% at 38,057.00, led by gains in the Power, Rubber and Chemical, Petroleum &amp; Plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.71% and closed at 7,999.00, led by gains in the A-REITs, Consumer Staples, and Industrials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 fell 0.77% to 23,486.85, while Nifty 500 was down 0.76% at 21,275.45.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.04% to 3,368.70, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose   0.51% to 3,934.85.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was up 0.60%, ending the session at 23,483.32.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.96%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.95%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC slid 0.92%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.03%.</li>
<li>European shares fell as healthcare stocks dragged the STOXX 600 lower despite gains in energy. Caution lingered over U.S. tariffs, though Europe remains attractive amid German stimulus hopes.       </li>
</ul>
Commodities at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.62% at $69.43/bbl, and Brent was up 0.62% at $72.84/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose slightly on tighter supply fears after a U.S. tariff threat on Venezuelan crude buyers and a surprise U.S. inventory drop, though gains were capped by easing tensions between Russia and Ukraine.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.39% to $3.982.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.09% at $3,051.95, Silver was up 0.17% to $34.248, and Copper gained 1.27% to $5.2770.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 06:00 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Dow futures were down 0.15%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.18% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 0.24%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures dipped Wednesday as investors awaited clarity on Trump&#8217;s upcoming tariff measures, set for April 2.</li>
</ul>
Forex at 06:00 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.01% to 104.20, USD/JPY was up 0.10% to 150.04, and USD/AUD declined 0.138% to 1.5804.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Down As Tariff Concerns Persist - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, March 24th, U.S. markets closed higher. The S&amp;P 500 rallied to a multi-week high, driven by gains in tech stocks like Nvidia and Tesla amid hopes for a softer stance on tariffs from the Trump administration. While investors welcomed the rebound, concerns remain over the broader impact of tariffs on growth and profits as companies continue to lower their earnings forecasts.
According to economic data, the Chicago Fed index rose to 0.18 in February from -0.08 in January. The Services PMI increased to 54.3 in March from 51 in February, while the Manufacturing PMI fell to 49.8 from 52.7.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Monday, led by consumer discretionary on Tesla&#8217;s gains and advances in communication services and industrials. Utilities were the only sector to edge lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.42% to 42,583.32, the S&amp;P 500 up 1.76% to 5,767.57, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 2.27% to 18,188.59.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session higher by 0.52% at 37,805.00, led by gains in the Power, Rubber and Chemical, Petroleum &amp; Plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.07% and closed at 7,942.50, led by gains in the IT, Healthcare and Industrials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.07% to 23,674.95, while Nifty 500 was down 0.46% at 21,440.35.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was flat, closing at 3,369.98, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.06% to 3,932.30.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 2.35%, ending the session at 23,344.25.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.66%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.53%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.76%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.42%.</li>
<li>European stocks inched higher as investors weighed mixed signals on U.S. tariffs. Optimism over limited trade measures was tempered by new tariff threats.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.64% at $69.55/bbl, and Brent was up 0.58% at $72.79/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose for a fifth straight day on fears of tighter global supply after the U.S. imposed tariffs on Venezuelan crude buyers. Sanctions on Venezuela and Iran, along with potential flexibility on broader tariffs, added to market uncertainty.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.68% to $3.981.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.31% at $3,053.61, Silver was up 0.85% to $33.737, and Copper gained 0.84% to $5.1360.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.10%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 0.11% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 0.23%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.05% to 104.27, USD/JPY was down 0.07% to 150.55, and USD/AUD declined 0.19% to 1.5878.</li>
<li>The dollar climbed to a near three-week high, supported by strong U.S. services data and hopes for more targeted tariffs.</li>
</ul>
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Asia Market Mixed, Europe Gains On Tariff Optimism; Gold Edges Higher - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, March 21, U.S. markets closed in green after President Trump signaled flexibility on upcoming tariffs and plans for trade talks with China. Markets, pressured by trade and policy uncertainty, saw some recovery this week. Fed officials emphasized patience on rate changes, citing the need to assess the economic impact of Trump&#8217;s trade measures.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Friday, led by materials, real estate, and utilities losses, while communication services and consumer discretionary stocks gained.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44440363/fedex-shares-are-down-today-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">FedEx</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), UPS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/03/44439826/nike-stock-hits-52-week-low-as-analyst-warns-bullish-turnaround-will-take-time" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nike</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>), and Nucor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) fell on weaker forecasts, dragging key sectors. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44440879/boeing-shares-are-up-today-whats-going-on-2" rel="noreferrer noopener">Boeing</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) rose on a new fighter jet contract, while Lockheed Martin declined.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.08% to 41,985.35, the S&amp;P 500 up 0.08% to 5,667.56, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.52% to 17,784.05.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 0.15% at 37,619.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.07% and closed at 7,936.90, led by gains in the Consumer Discretionary, Financials and Utilities sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 1.41% to 23,679.65 and Nifty 500 was up 1.32% at 21,552.55.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.15% to 3,370.03, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose   0.51% to 3,934.85.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was up 0.91%, ending the session at 23,905.56.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.07%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.17%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC fell 0.07%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.04%.</li>
<li>European shares rose as euro zone business activity hit a seven-month high, boosted by Germany&#8217;s rebound and fiscal stimulus.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.57% at $68.67/bbl, and Brent was up 0.50% at $71.97/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 1.22% to $3.974.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.33% at $3,058.61, Silver was up 0.46% to $33.640, and Copper gained 0.64% to $5.1465.</li>
<li>Gold eased as reports suggested Trump&#8217;s April 2 tariffs may be milder than feared, denting haven demand. Copper rose on supply concerns and hopes for China&#8217;s stimulus.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.73%, S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.96%, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.17%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.12% to 103.96, USD/JPY was up 0.17% to 149.56, and USD/AUD declined 0.44% to 1.5880.

India, China Markets Gain In Asia, Europe Mixed; Dollar Eases - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Thursday, March 20, U.S. markets closed lower as investors digested fresh economic data, Federal Reserve policy signals, and growing tariff concerns amid ongoing volatility. Despite recent selling pressure from soft indicators and weakening sentiment, equities had advanced in three of the previous four sessions.
The Fed held interest rates steady, projected two cuts later this year, and flagged slower growth alongside elevated inflation while uncertainty around trade policy persists.
Economic data showed that the Q4 current account deficit narrowed to $303.9 billion. Jobless claims edged up to 223,000, slightly below expectations, and the Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index fell to 12.5 in March—down from 18.1 but ahead of forecasts.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors declined, led by losses in materials, consumer staples, and tech. Energy and utilities, however, bucked the trend, closing higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 0.03% to 41,953.32, the S&amp;P 500 slipped 0.22% to 5,662.89, and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.33% to 17,691.63.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 0.51% at  37,651.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.17% and closed at 7,932.10.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.73% to 23,359.15 and Nifty 500 was up 1.01% at 21,283.85.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 1.29% to 3,364.83, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 1.52% to 3,914.70.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 2.19%, ending the session at 23,689.72.</li>
<li>Chinese stocks fell as profit-taking hit stimulus and AI-driven gains, dragging major indexes lower. Broader Asian markets were mixed, with limited movement amid global economic caution and political uncertainty.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.82%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.08%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC fell 0.72%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.41%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.19% at $67.94/bbl, and Brent was down 0.21% at $71.86/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 1.41% to $3.920.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.25% at $3,036.39, Silver was down 1.31% to $33.545, and Copper slid 1.31% to $5.0458.</li>
<li>Gold prices dipped as the dollar strengthened, and investors took profits after a series of record highs. Despite the pullback, bullion is on track for a third weekly gain amid safe-haven demand, trade war concerns, and rate-cut hopes.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.33%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.34% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.41%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index rose 0.21% to 104.04, the USD/JPY rose 0.38% to 149.36, and the USD/AUD gained 0.27% to 1.5908.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar strengthened on Friday, continuing its rebound after the Federal Reserve signaled no immediate plans to cut interest rates.</li>
</ul>
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China, Hong Kong And Europe Markets Dip; Dollar Strengthens - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, March 19, U.S. markets closed higher after the Federal Reserve held interest rates <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44403637/fed-holds-rates-while-growth-forecasts-slip-inflation-projections-rise" rel="noreferrer noopener">steady</a> at 4.25%-4.50% and signaled two rate cuts later this year. The Fed also projected slower growth, higher inflation, and a slower balance sheet reduction.
Markets reacted positively, while uncertainty around tariffs and inflation persists. The Dow, S&amp;P 500, and Nasdaq all posted strong gains.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
In economic data, U.S. mortgage applications fell by 6.2% during the second week of March, reversing part of the 37% combined surge seen over the previous two weeks.
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All sectors in the S&amp;P 500 ended higher, led by strong performances in energy, information technology, and consumer discretionary stocks.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.92% to close at 41,964.63, the S&amp;P 500 gained 1.08% to 5,675.29, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.41% to 17,750.79.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>Japan markets were closed for the Vernal Equinox holiday.</li>
<li>On Thursday, Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 1.16% and closed at 7,918.90, led by gains in the IT, A-REITs and Gold sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 1.19% to 23,181.15 and Nifty 500 was up 0.93% at 21,054.80.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.51% to 3,408.95, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.88% to 3,974.99.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 2.23%, ending the session at 24,219.95.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 0.92%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.46%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC fell 0.86%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.21%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.16% at $67.01/bbl, and Brent was up 0.11% at $70.86/bbl.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 1.41% to $4.187.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.17% at $3,046.50, Silver was down 0.44% to $34.057, and Copper slid 0.02% to $5.0990.</li>
<li>Gold prices held steady near record highs on Thursday, supported by Fed rate cut expectations and safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.02%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.01% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.01%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index rose 0.40% to 103.88, USD/JPY was down 0.03% to 148.63, and USD/AUD gained 1.01% to 1.5887.</li>
<li>The dollar rose after the Fed signaled no rush to cut rates amid tariff uncertainty. Central banks in Switzerland, Sweden, and Japan held or adjusted rates, while global currencies reacted mixed.</li>
</ul>
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China And Europe Markets Slide; Dollar Up 0.4%, Gold Steady Near Record Highs - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Risk sentiment shows signs of recovery by midday trading in New York, as investors anxiously await the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting at 2:00 p.m., hoping that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will offer reassuring remarks on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">strength of the economy</a>.
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep the fed funds rate unchanged between 4.25% and 4.50% for the second consecutive meeting, likely emphasizing the need for further clarity on inflation trends before considering any <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44364688/feds-march-meeting-expected-to-signal-no-hurry-on-rate-cuts-as-powell-likely-to-tread-carefully">easing of monetary policy. </a>
Policymakers will also release fresh economic projections, including estimates for real GDP growth, labor market conditions, inflation, and interest rates — with the latter reflected in the dot plot.
In December, the Fed had penciled in two rate cuts for 2025, a notable shift from the four cuts projected in September. Financial markets currently fully price in three cuts by December. 
Consumer discretionary and technology stocks led gains, helping the Nasdaq 100 slightly outperform its peers. 
Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) rose 1.8%, snapping a two-day losing streak, following CEO Jensen Huang's keynote speech the previous day. 
The U.S. dollar index — tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) — climbed 0.5%, poised for its best session this month as investors pushed back concerns over an imminent recession.
Gold once again hit all-time highs, reaching $3,045 intraday, while oil prices edged up 0.6%. President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine-Russia peace talks are &#8220;on track&#8221; following a call with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday. 
Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) surged nearly 3% to $85,000. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs </h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,664.65</td>
<td>0.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,066.79</td>
<td>0.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,654.48</td>
<td>0.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,862.48</td>
<td>0.7%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:20 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 0.8% to $565.39.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.7% to $419.49.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rallied 1% to $479.63.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) soared 0.9% to $205.02</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 1.2%; the&nbsp;Consumer Staples&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) lagged, down 0.3%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Shares of Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) dropped more than 5%, ending a five-day streak of gains, following a 25% surge since Lip-Bu Tan took over as CEO. The decline may reflect investors locking in profits ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy announcement.</li>
<li>Williams-Sonoma Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSM#NYSE">WSM</a>) fell 6.9% in reaction to quarterly earnings. </li>
<li>The Boeing Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) surged more than 6%, eyeing the strongest session since July 2023, after CFO Brian West outlined plans to boost aircraft deliveries and reduce first-quarter cash outflows, supported by improved factory efficiency and inventory reductions.</li>
</ul>
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Stocks, Dollar Rise Ahead Of Fed Meeting, Boeing Eyes Best Day In Nearly 2 Years: What's Driving Markets Wednesday?

On Tuesday, March 18, U.S. markets closed in red, ending a two-day rally as investors awaited the Fed&#8217;s policy decision and monitored Trump&#8217;s tariff effects. The Fed is expected to hold rates steady, though markets anticipate 60 bps in cuts this year. Uncertainty over tariffs and economic impact remains high. Meanwhile, Trump and Putin agreed to pursue a limited Ukraine ceasefire.
In economic data, U.S. data showed stronger-than-expected results in February. Import prices climbed 0.4%, defying forecasts of a 0.1% drop, while export prices edged up 0.1% month over month. Industrial production also outperformed expectations, rising 0.7% compared to the projected 0.2% increase.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended lower Tuesday, led by losses in communication services, tech, and consumer discretionary. Energy and healthcare outperformed, finishing higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.62% to close at 41,581.31, the S&amp;P 500 declined 1.07% to 5,614.66, and the Nasdaq Composite slid 1.71% to 17,504.12.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 0.20% to 37,770.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.41% and closed at 7,828.30,</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.34% to 22,911.45 and Nifty 500 was up 0.99% at 20,862.00.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.10% to 3,426.43, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.06% to 4,010.17.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was up 0.12%, ending the session at 24,771.14.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.25%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.21%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.39%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.15%</li>
<li>European stocks mixed as investors assessed German debt reforms, eurozone inflation data, and the Fed meeting.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.51% at $66.40/bbl, and Brent was down 0.54% at $70.18/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices fell as Russia agreed to a limited ceasefire on energy infrastructure, raising hopes for increased supply.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.58% to $4.116.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.11% at $3,037.50, Silver was down 1.22% to $34.393, and Copper rose 0.66% to $5.0495.</li>
<li>Gold hit a record high driven by Middle East tensions and U.S. tariff fears boosting safe-haven demand.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.19%, S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.26% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.32%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index rose 0.39% to 103.65, the USD/JPY rose 0.31% to 149.80, and the USD/AUD gained 0.55% to 1.5807.</li>
<li>The dollar edged up slightly, though it remains under pressure from recession fears and Trump&#8217;s tariff moves.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed; Gold Holds Near Record High On Safe Haven Demand - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Speculators are dialing back expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2025 ahead of the March Federal Open Market Committee meeting, as inflation concerns cast doubt on the central bank's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44364688/feds-march-meeting-expected-to-signal-no-hurry-on-rate-cuts-as-powell-likely-to-tread-carefully">willingness to ease policy.</a>
Data from Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated betting platform, indicates that traders are shifting bets toward fewer than three rate cuts. 
The most favored scenario now anticipates two cuts, carrying a 24% implied probability. Notably, the likelihood of just one rate cut jumped seven percentage points in a single day to 19%.
Betting-implied odds currently indicate that the most preferred outcome among retail bettors is two rate cuts at a 24% implied chance.
The Fed's December &#8220;dot plot&#8221; signaled a median expectation for two rate cuts in 2025, a downgrade from the four cuts it had projected in September. 
While retail bettors have turned more cautious, broader financial markets remain slightly more optimistic. Fed funds futures, tracked by the CME FedWatch tool, fully price in three rate cuts by December 2024, with a 35% probability of a fourth cut. 
This discrepancy suggests that institutional investors may still believe in a more accommodative Fed policy than retail traders do.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's Driving The Shift?</h3>
One factor weighing on rate-cut expectations is the risk that the Fed could revise inflation projections higher, particularly in response to higher trade tariffs mandated by President Donald Trump. 
December, the central bank had already raised its 2025 inflation forecast, projecting headline Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation at 2.5%, up from 2.1% in September. Core PCE inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, was also revised up to 2.5% from 2.2%.
According to both Bank of America and Goldman Sachs estimates, inflation estimates could be upwardly revised to 2.7% on Wednesday. 
Betting-implied odds tracked by Kalshi reveal that speculators expect inflation to average 3% in 2025. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Dovish Tilt Or Continued Caution?</h3>
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has maintained a wait-and-see stance. Last week, he reiterated that the Fed does not need to rush into rate changes, reinforcing the need for more economic clarity before making any moves.
The consensus among economists is that the Fed will hold rates steady at 4.25%-4.50% at this week's meeting. Betting markets imply a near-unanimous probability of no change, but the focus will be on the Fed's revised economic outlook.
"The Fed will most likely indicate they remain data dependent," Chris Fasciano, chief market strategist at Commonwealth Financial Network, said in an email.
"Considering the better-than-expected CPI and PPI data released last week, if this trend continues it should allow the Fed to continue their rate cut path later in the year."
"The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to stay put this month. The market's focus will be on the guidance and the updated FOMC forecast," said Julien Lafargue, chief market strategist at Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management.
He added that the Fed's projections may reflect weaker GDP growth, but the dot plot is unlikely to show a major shift.
The U.S. dollar index – as tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) – fell to a six-month low on Tuesday, as fears over U.S. economic performance persist among investors. 
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Speculators Trim 2025 Rate-Cut Bets Ahead Of March Fed Meeting As Inflation Risks Rise

On Monday, March 17, U.S. markets closed in green as investors bought beaten-down shares after weeks of losses. Factory activity in New York dropped sharply, and homebuilder sentiment fell due to rising costs from tariffs.
Investors are now focused on the Federal Reserve&#8217;s meeting Wednesday, where interest rates are expected to remain unchanged.
According to economic data, U.S. retail sales rose by 0.2% in February, below the expected 0.6% increase. New York&#8217;s manufacturing index dropped to -20.0, its lowest since May 2023, and homebuilder confidence fell to 39 in March from 42 in February.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed higher on Monday, led by real estate, energy, and consumer staples, while consumer discretionary stocks declined.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.85% to close at 41,841.63, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.64% to 5,675.12, and the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.31% to 17,808.66.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 1.24% to 37,859.00, led by gains in the Power, Rubber and Chemical, Petroleum &amp; Plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.08% and closed at 7,860.40, led by gains in the Utilities, Gold and A-REITs sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 1.29% to 22,800.35 and Nifty 500 was up 1.66% at 20,624.05.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.11% to 3,429.76, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.27% to 4,007.72.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng rallied up 2.46%, ending the session at 24,740.57.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.93%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.32%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.64%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.50%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.48% at $68.35/bbl, and Brent was up 1.36% at $72.04/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices edged up, supported by Middle East tensions and China&#8217;s stimulus plans. However, gains were limited by global growth concerns, U.S. tariffs, and Ukraine ceasefire uncertainty.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 0.95% to $3.980.</li>
<li>Gold clocked an all-time high of $3,037. At the time of writing, it was trading higher by 0.82% at $3,030.46, Silver was up 1.32% to $34.763, and Copper rose 0.41% to $4.9795.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.02%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.02% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.10%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. dollar index slid 0.08% to 103.33, the USD/JPY rose 0.40% to 149.81, and the USD/AUD rose 0.01% to 1.5664.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar edged lower Tuesday ahead of the Fed meeting, while the euro rose on Germany&#8217;s stimulus hopes. The yen slipped before the BOJ decision, and China&#8217;s yuan held steady.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Gains, Gold Makes New High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Friday, March 14, U.S. markets closed sharply higher as investors hunted for bargains following a turbulent week marked by rising recession fears and escalating trade tensions under President Trump. A strong tech-led rebound boosted major indexes, though all three still posted weekly losses.
Persistent uncertainty, fueled by mixed inflation data, plunging consumer sentiment, and erratic policy signals, continues to rattle investor confidence and amplify economic concerns.
In economic data, University of Michigan consumer sentiment fell to 57.9 in March, the lowest since November 2022, below February&#8217;s 64.7 and expectations of 63.1.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Friday, led by strong gains in technology, energy, and financial stocks.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.30% to close at 40,813.57, the S&amp;P 500 slid 1.39% to 5,521.52, and the Nasdaq Composite declined 1.96% to 17,303.01.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.95% to 37,429.00, led by gains in the Power, Rubber and Chemical, Petroleum &amp; Plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.83% and closed at 7,854.10, led by gains in the Metals &amp; Mining, Resources and Materials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 rose 0.53% to 22,515.05, and Nifty 500 WAS UP 0.56% at 20,288.40.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.19% to 3,426.13, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.24% to 3,996.79.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng increased 0.77%, ending the session at 24,145.57.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.13%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.28%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.21%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.21%</li>
<li>European stocks edged higher Monday as hopes rose for a landmark German debt deal to boost economic growth.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.91% at $67.52/bbl, and Brent was up 0.89% at $71.21/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices rose Monday as U.S. strikes on Yemen&#8217;s Houthis and strong Chinese economic data boosted demand outlook despite no supply disruptions and lingering concerns over global growth and geopolitical tensions.     </li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 1.51% to $4.166.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.10% at $3,004.46, Silver was down 0.32% to $34.323, and Copper rose 0.17% to $4.9048.</li>
<li>Gold edged higher Monday, trading near record highs as investors remained cautious ahead of the U.S. Fed meeting.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.47%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.45% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.44%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index slid 0.13% to 103.59, USD/JPY was down 0.01% to 148.61, and USD/AUD declined 0.40% to 1.5751.</li>
<li>The U.S. dollar neared a five-month low Monday, weighed by Trump&#8217;s trade policies and weak data, while the euro and yen gained on strong domestic drivers.</li>
</ul>
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Asia And Europe Markets Rise, Gold Holds Above $3,000 - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Consumer confidence in the U.S. plunged to its lowest level in four months, raising concerns about a slowing economy and persistent inflation, according to data released Friday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">by the University of Michigan</a>. 
With inflation expectations jumping to their highest level in decades, fears of a stagflationary environment—where growth stagnates while inflation remains elevated—are mounting.
The University of Michigan said its preliminary March Consumer Sentiment Index fell from February's 64.7 to 57.9 points, well below economists&#8217; expectations of 63.1. This marks an 11% monthly drop and a staggering 22% decline from December 2024.
The report also showed that consumer expectations for future economic conditions plummeted, with the Consumer Expectations Index falling to 54.2 from 64.0, well below the 64.3 consensus forecast. 
Meanwhile, the Current Conditions Index, which measures consumers' assessment of their present financial situation, dropped slightly to 63.5 from 65.7.
Year-ahead inflation expectations jumped from 4.3% in February to 4.9% in March, the highest since November 2022. 
Long-run inflation expectations surged from 3.5% to 3.9%, marking the largest increase since 1993. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Survey – March 2025</h3>
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<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Indicator</th>
<th>March 2025</th>
<th>February 2025</th>
<th>Consensus Estimate (TradingEconomics)</th>
<th>Key Takeaway</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Sentiment Index</td>
<td>57.9</td>
<td>64.7</td>
<td>63.1</td>
<td>Lowest level since November 2023, down 22% from December 2024.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consumer Expectations Index</td>
<td>54.2</td>
<td>64.0</td>
<td>64.3</td>
<td>Lowest since July 2022</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Current Conditions Index</td>
<td>63.5</td>
<td>65.7</td>
<td>65.0</td>
<td>Four straight months of decline</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1-Year Inflation Expectations</td>
<td>4.9%</td>
<td>4.3%</td>
<td>N/A</td>
<td>Highest since November 2022</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5-Year Inflation Expectations</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
<td>3.5%</td>
<td>N/A</td>
<td>Highest since March 1993</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: 5-Year Inflation Expectations Jump To A 32-Year High</h3>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What's Driving the Decline In Confidence?</h3>
The report revealed that confidence deteriorated across all demographic and political groups. 
Sentiment fell "consistently across all groups by age, education, income, wealth, political affiliations, and geographic regions," Joanne Hsu, director of the Surveys of Consumers, said. 
According to the survey, consumers are increasingly worried about inflation, business conditions, stock markets, and labor markets.
Frequent shifts in economic policy and uncertainty around government actions are making it increasingly difficult for consumers to plan for the future, Hsu said.
Even though Republicans initially felt more optimistic after the 2024 elections, their expectations index still fell 10% in March. Independents and Democrats reported even steeper declines of 12% and 24%, respectively.
The spike in both short-term and long-term inflation expectations could challenge the Federal Reserve&#8217;s plans for potential rate cuts in 2025, as persistent price pressures remain a top concern for consumers.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 trimmed session gains following the UMich sentiment report. The index – as tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) – was up 1.5% before the release but moderated to a 0.7% increase by 10:15 a.m. ET.
Treasury yields were higher for the session, with the 10-year yield rising to 4.30%, reflecting concerns that persistent inflation could delay Fed rate cuts. 
The U.S. dollar index – tracked by the Invesco DB USD Index Bullish Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UUP#NYSE">UUP</a>) – dipped 0.1%, heading for its second consecutive week of declines.
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US Consumer Confidence Plunges As Inflation Fears Hit Highest Level Since 1993

On Thursday, March 13, U.S. markets ended notably lower, with the S&amp;P 500 entering <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44317410/sp-500-enters-technical-correction-as-trade-war-fears-rattle-markets" rel="noreferrer noopener">correction</a> territory as escalating U.S. tariffs overshadowed encouraging inflation data.
Despite cooler-than-expected PPI and CPI readings and steady jobless claims suggesting inflation is easing, and the labor market remains strong, investor sentiment deteriorated. A broad selloff, led by losses in tech megacaps like the &#8220;Magnificent 7,&#8221; dragged major indexes down. Trade tensions flared as the EU retaliated against U.S. metal tariffs.
In economic data, U.S. producer prices were flat in February, missing expectations of a 0.3% rise after a revised 0.6% gain in January. Jobless claims fell by 2,000 to 220,000, below the forecast of 225,000.
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Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Thursday, led by losses in consumer discretionary, real estate, and communication services, while utilities ended higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.30% to close at 40,813.57, the S&amp;P 500 slid 1.39% to 5,521.52, and the Nasdaq Composite declined 1.96% to 17,303.01.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.73% to 37,078.50, led by gains in the Power, Rubber and Chemical, Petroleum &amp; Plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.52% and closed at 7,789.70.</li>
<li>India markets closed for the Holi festival holiday.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 1.81% to 3,419.56, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose   2.43% to 4,006.56.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng increased 2.12%, ending the session at 23,959.98.</li>
<li>Chinese stocks rallied on hopes of new economic stimulus, including possible PBOC liquidity measures and policies to boost consumption ahead of Monday&#8217;s press conference with top officials.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.60%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.55%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.65%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.41%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.01% at $67.21/bbl, and Brent was up 0.90% at $70.51/bbl.
Oil prices rebounded Friday after prior losses, supported by fading hopes of a quick Ukraine ceasefire and potential cuts in Russian supply.
Natural Gas declined 0.63% to $4.085.
Gold was trading higher by 0.66% at $3,010.96, Silver was up 1.36% to $34.773, and Copper rose 0.04% to $4.9270.
Gold surged to a record high near $3,000 amid trade war fears and rate cut expectations. Strong haven demand, ETF inflows, and Fed policy outlook continue to boost sentiment.
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.54%, S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.76% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 1.00%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.08% to 103.92, the USD/JPY rose by 0.076% to 148.93, and the USD/AUD declined by 0.34% to 1.5860.
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