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Asian Stocks Eye Gains as Wall Street Awaits Data: Markets Wrap

Livemint

Livemint · 8m ago

Asian Stocks Eye Gains as Wall Street Awaits Data: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks are expected to rise following a rally in the largest technology companies on Wall Street. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both reached record highs, driven by gains in tech stocks like Tesla and Apple. The dollar also ended its losing streak after Donald Trump's warning to BRICS nations. French bonds and stocks faced pressure, while the euro fell amid political turmoil in France. Traders are anticipating economic data and remarks from Federal Reserve speakers that will impact interest rate expectations. This week's highlight is the upcoming payrolls report on Friday. On the trade front, the US has unveiled new restrictions on China's access to vital components for chips and AI.

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Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Oil rises, US futures drop on Trump Tehran warning

Oil prices rose and U.S. futures fell following President Trump's call for Tehran's evacuation amid conflict with Israel, affecting global markets. Despite initial concerns, investors speculated that the conflict might remain localized, less impacting markets significantly. Meanwhile, Iran showed willingness to resume nuclear talks under specific conditions. Asian stocks saw mixed reactions, with some optimism reflecting in Wall Street gains. The situation underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions and their influence on financial markets.

Asia markets rise as Trump chip exemptions boost tech giants - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 22d ago

Asia markets rise as Trump chip exemptions boost tech giants - The Economic Times

Asian equities surged as chip stocks, led by TSMC and Samsung, gained following Donald Trump's announcement exempting U.S.-based semiconductor investments from a proposed 100% tariff. Additionally, hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut bolstered markets. This news particularly benefited companies like Apple, which is increasing U.S. investments. Consequently, major chip firms saw significant stock increases, while other markets, buoyed by Wall Street's rally, also posted gains.

Wall Street ends volatile week with modest gains amid US-China tariff standoff

Business Today

Business Today · 4m ago

Wall Street ends volatile week with modest gains amid US-China tariff standoff

Wall Street concluded a volatile week with modest gains as tensions persisted over the U.S.-China tariff standoff. Initially, markets dipped following China's announcement to raise tariffs on U.S. imports to 125%, mirroring recent U.S. tariff hikes. This continuous tit-for-tat tariff escalation keeps investors cautious, but markets managed to recover slightly by the week's end. The situation remains delicate, with investors closely monitoring diplomatic developments to gauge future market impacts.

Last 10,000-point Sensex rally had these five stocks shining the brightest

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Last 10,000-point Sensex rally had these five stocks shining the brightest

A recent analysis reveals that only a small number of stocks are responsible for a significant portion of the recent market gains. Five stocks, including Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, accounted for 50% of the rise in the valuation of India's benchmark Sensex. These stocks, along with eleven others, contributed 80% to the overall valuation increase. Experts believe that stocks expected to experience robust earnings growth are driving the market gains. Additionally, while the Sensex reached record highs, the market capitalization of some stocks, such as Asian Paints and ITC, declined during the same period.

Apple, Tesla, other tech stocks see historic gains after Trump pauses tariffs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Apple, Tesla, other tech stocks see historic gains after Trump pauses tariffs

Global stocks rallied after President Trump announced a pause on recently imposed tariffs, notably benefiting tech stocks. The Nasdaq Composite surged over 12%, its second-best day ever. Apple gained over 15% following a tough period, despite ongoing concerns over tariffs on China, its manufacturing hub. Tesla, Nvidia, and Meta Platforms also saw significant increases, alongside Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet. Asian markets, particularly Japan, echoed this surge following the US market's historic gains.

Hedge funds gain little from rally sparked by US-China trade deal

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Hedge funds gain little from rally sparked by US-China trade deal

Hedge funds experienced minimal gains from a significant Wall Street rally driven by a U.S.-China trade agreement, according to a Morgan Stanley report. On Monday, hedge funds rose just 0.60% versus the S&P 500's 3.23% gain. Global portfolios have shifted away from U.S. investments due to trade war uncertainties, increasing bearish positions. Despite technology and AI stocks surging, hedge funds' reduced exposure to these sectors limited their profit from the rise.

Infosys, Wipro ADRs surge up to 3% as Wall Street major indices discount Israel-Iran tensions

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Infosys, Wipro ADRs surge up to 3% as Wall Street major indices discount Israel-Iran tensions

Infosys and Wipro's American Depository Receipts (ADRs) surged up to 3% amid positive trends on Wall Street, influenced by global oil price declines. Infosys ADRs rose 2.2%, while Wipro's increased 3% as indices like the Dow 30, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite climbed significantly. Despite regional tensions between Israel and Iran, the markets remained optimistic. Domestic indices like BSE Sensex and Nifty also saw gains, with the Nifty IT index rising by 1.6%.

Oversold indicators suggest further rally

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Oversold indicators suggest further rally

The stock market in India saw a recovery last week, following strong performances in global markets. The US markets experienced their largest weekly gains of the year, with retail stocks leading the rally. European markets also recorded gains, driven by expectations of interest rate cuts. In Japan, the Nikkei 225 performed particularly well. In terms of technical analysis, oversold indicators suggest a potential market recovery in India. The IT sector showed strength and momentum, while mid- and small-cap stocks underperformed. Recommended stocks to watch include TCS, Sun Pharma, and Ashok Leyland.

Rupee snaps six-session losing streak, gains limited by lingering outflows

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Rupee snaps six-session losing streak, gains limited by lingering outflows

The Indian rupee halted its six-session losing streak but remained steady against the U.S. dollar, closing at 86.4050 despite the recovery of Asian currencies. Persistent dollar demand from foreign banks, possibly from foreign portfolio outflows, limited the rupee's gains. Simultaneously, Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 fell by 0.6% due to losses in major technology stocks. Meanwhile, global equity markets reached record highs amid optimism over trade agreements between the U.S. and European countries.

Jane Street Slams Sebi Order as 'Fundamentally Mistaken' Amid Allegation Storm

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 1m ago

Jane Street Slams Sebi Order as 'Fundamentally Mistaken' Amid Allegation Storm

Jane Street, a US-based trading firm, criticized a ruling by India's Securities and Exchange Board (Sebi), which accused it of market manipulation. Jane Street rejected the claim, describing its practices as basic index arbitrage and not manipulation. The company is exploring legal options, alleging Sebi misunderstood normal hedging practices. Sebi's order barred Jane Street from Indian markets and demanded INR 4,834 crores for purported illicit gains. Jane Street plans to formally challenge these allegations.

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