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US equities saw S&P 500 going down 0.33% and Nasdaq with modest gains as worries about 20% universal tariffs and stagflation concerns surrounding the ISM manufacturing print remained overhangs. Treasury yields were flat overnight, gold higher and crude lower. The dollar index was flat, Bitcoin futures were up 3.4%. The overall performance of Asian Equity market was directionless, with no major benchmark moving higher or lower by more than 0.5%, European equity markets opened lower, following broad strength on Tuesday.
Companies mentioned: JNJ, Boeing, Andreesen Horowitz, Becton Dickinson, Qualcomm
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S&P futures are pointing to a slightly lower open, down (0.27%), as markets remain cautious ahead of a key tariff announcement from the White House. Markets are bracing for President Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs, expected Wednesday 3 PM. Speculation surrounds whether tariffs will apply broadly or be targeted by country or sector. Additionally, the U.S.-China Phase One trade deal is under review, with potential outcomes including new tariffs, export controls, or revoking China’s special trade status. European equity markets are advancing in early trades, while Asian equities mostly ended higher, recovering some of Monday’s losses.
Companies Mentioned: Chevron, Becton Dickinson, Johnson & Johnson, OpenAI
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US equity futures are lower after sharp declines on Friday. European markets opened broadly weaker, and Asian equities ended sharply lower. Markets remain unsettled ahead of Wednesday's reciprocal tariff announcement by President Trump, who indicated tariffs would apply universally to all countries, contradicting earlier suggestions of possible exemptions. Goldman Sachs revised its outlook to three Fed rate cuts in 2025, up from two previously. Inflation concerns are mounting following Friday's hotter-than-expected US core PCE inflation data, accompanied by elevated consumer inflation expectations in the Michigan survey. Meanwhile, there are signals the EU may consider concessions. Separately, the China government confirmed plans for a $69 billion capital injection into major state-owned banks to boost lending and stimulate the economy.
Companies mentioned: xAI, Tesla, Blackstone, TikTok, Softbank, Nvidia, Foxconn
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S&P futures are pointing to a lower open, down (0.33%), as markets grapple with escalating trade tensions and tariff developments. Major U.S. trading partners are weighing responses to President Trump's proposed 25% auto tariff. European equity futures are also signaling a dip, while Asian equities closed mostly lower, led by sharp declines in Japan and South Korea.
Companies Mentioned: W.R. Berkley, Pfizer, United States Steel
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US equity futures are slightly higher. European markets are weaker, and Asian equities ended mixed. Markets continue to grapple with trade uncertainty after President Trump announced permanent tariffs on imported autos starting at 2.5% on April 2, eventually rising to 25%, without exceptions. Additional tariffs on lumber and pharmaceuticals are also planned, though Trump hinted at possible leniency in reciprocal tariffs. The European Union is reportedly bracing for tariffs around 20%. On the economic front, US durable goods orders were stronger than expected. Fed policymakers highlighted rising inflation risks tied to tariffs, reinforcing expectations for an extended policy hold.
Companies Mentioned: CK Hutchison Holdings, Blackrock, Hutchison Port Holdings, CK Asset Holdings, PCCW Ltd, FWD Group, ByteDance, Tiktok, Oracle, OpenAI, Softbank,
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S&P futures are pointing to a flat open today, down (0.06%). European equity markets opened firmer but are trading mixed, while Asian markets closed higher, led by strength in Japan and South Korea. Markets remain on edge as the U.S. prepares to impose tariffs on copper and potentially other sectors. President Trump hinted that some countries may receive exemptions, but auto tariffs remain imminent. The so-called "dirty 15" list of countries with the largest trade surpluses with the U.S., including China, Japan, and India, continues to weigh on sentiment.
Companies Mentioned: Boeing, NVIDIA, UBS
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Following the rallies yesterday, S&P futures are pointing to a slightly lower open today, down (0.12%). President Trump confirmed that his 2-Apr tariff announcement will include exemptions for several countries, aligning with reports of broader reciprocal tariffs with carveouts. He indicated forthcoming product-specific tariffs targeting sectors like autos, chips, and pharmaceuticals. European markets are broadly higher in early trades while Asian markets ended today's session trading mixed.
Companies Mentioned: KKR, Fuji Soft, Dropbox, Boeing, Meta
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US equity futures are firmer after finishing mostly higher on Friday. European markets are broadly higher. Markets are cautiously optimistic following reports that Trump's upcoming reciprocal tariff announcement may be less severe than previously anticipated, potentially exempting certain countries. Additionally, officials have suggested that Canada and Mexico might permanently avoid previously threatened 25% tariffs. US-China tensions remain prominent, with GOP Senator Daines insisting that the fentanyl issue must be resolved before broader tariff discussions begin. Ukraine ceasefire negotiations resume this week, with the US reportedly targeting an agreement by April 20.
Companies mentioned: DSC Investment, META, Nvidia, Reliance Industries, OPENAI
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S&P futures are pointing to a flat open today, down (0.07%). Asian equities traded mixed, with notable weakness in Greater China markets, while Japan’s Topix outperformed. European markets are trading lower this morning, with major indexes all edging down.
Companies Mentioned: T-Mobile, General Motors, Hyundai, Foxconn, Mitsubishi Motors
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US equity futures are higher after Wednesday’s gains. European markets opened little changed, and Asian equities ended mixed. Markets reacted positively to a dovish-leaning Fed policy decision. The Fed kept rates unchanged and signaled greater uncertainty around the economic outlook, driven largely by ongoing tariff concerns. Although policymakers downgraded the US GDP growth outlook and raised inflation forecasts, Chair Powell indicated that tariff-driven inflation pressures may be temporary. The Fed also decided to slow the pace of quantitative tightening starting April 1st. Elsewhere, Ukraine’s President Zelenskiy voiced support for a ceasefire focused on energy infrastructure during discussions with President Trump, with both sides agreeing to collaborate on air defense systems and Ukraine's electricity supply.
Companies Mentioned: SoftBank, Ampere, Carlyle, Oracle, Beacon Roofing Supply, QXO, NVIDIA, Intel
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Following yesterday's selloff, S&P futures are pointing to a flat open today, down (0.07%). Asian markets delivered a mixed performance on Wednesday, while European markets are broadly lower in early trading. With no policy change expected at the upcoming FOMC meeting, attention remains on Chair Powell’s press conference and updated projections to gauge future rate paths.
Companies Mentioned: Autodesk, Tesla
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S&P futures are pointing to a slightly lower open today, down (0.23%). European equity markets are higher in early trading, following a positive close on Monday, while Asian equities advanced broadly, led by China’s tech sector. Foreign portfolio inflows into mainland China securities hit a record $228.1B in February. Net flows, including outbound investments, turned positive for the first time since September. The MSCI China index is up +23% YTD, contrasting with a (3.5%) decline in the S&P 500. Foreign holdings of Chinese government bonds also rose for the first time in six months, reflecting renewed investor interest.
Companies Mentioned: Google, Walgreen, Americold Realty Trust, BYD, NIO, CATL
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US equity futures are lower on Monday. European markets are little firmer, and Asian equities ended mostly higher, led by South Korea and Hong Kong. Markets remain cautious amid ongoing trade tensions. Over the weekend, US Treasury Secretary Bessant reiterated that a recession remains a possibility, underscoring the administration’s stance of prioritizing economic rebalancing over short-term market performance. Meanwhile, political developments are in focus, as Trump is scheduled to speak with Russian President Putin on Tuesday.
Companies mentioned: Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Saab, OpenAI
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US equity futures are slightly higher. European markets opened modestly firmer, tracking strong gains in Asian equities, particularly in Greater China. Markets remain cautious after Thursday's selloff driven by ongoing trade tensions and growth concerns. President Trump confirmed overnight that 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports have officially taken effect, prompting immediate retaliatory measures from Canada, Mexico, and the EU. However, markets saw some relief after Commerce Secretary Lutnick indicated productive talks with Canadian officials. Meanwhile, fears of a US government shutdown receded. On the geopolitical front, Russian President Putin expressed preliminary support for Ukraine's ceasefire proposal, though key conditions remain unresolved.
Companies mentioned: Tesla, Baidu, Apple, Shein
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US equity futures are lower after a strong close on Wednesday. European markets opened weaker, while Asia equities are tilting lower. Markets remain cautious as trade tensions escalate following Trump’s overnight imposition of 25% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, prompting swift retaliation from Canada and the EU. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs cut its year-end S&P 500 price target after recently lowering its 2025 GDP forecast. The US CPI report came in softer than expected, with both headline and core inflation below forecasts. The Bank of Canada cut rates by 25 basis points, marking its seventh consecutive cut. In geopolitical developments, Ukraine has signaled willingness to accept a 30-day ceasefire proposal now under review by Moscow.
Companies Mentioned: Amazon, NRG Energy, Sunnova Energy
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S&P futures are pointing to a higher open, up +0.33% ahead of the February CPI release. Asian markets had a mixed session on Wednesday. Japan’s Nikkei climbed +0.25%, supported by a rally in semiconductor and battery-related stocks. European markets opened higher, following a 3% decline between Monday and Tuesday, leaving markets near February lows. Tariff-related tensions continued as President Trump briefly threatened to increase tariffs on Canadian imports to 50%, though later retracted the statement. As of midnight U.S. time, 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum products were implemented without exemption.
Companies Mentioned: Google, TSMC, Bar Harbor Bankshares
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S&P futures are pointing to a higher open today, up +0.22%. Markets remain on edge after President Trump’s weekend comments downplaying recession risks, while reiterating his tariff strategy—further fanning economic growth concerns. The VIX volatility index hit a seven-month high, underscoring investor unease. Asian markets were broadly lower on Tuesday. Asian markets closed mixed on Tuesday, with most indices under pressure from Wall Street’s sharp selloff on Monday, and European markets opened mixed.
Companies Mentioned: 2seventy Bio, Bristol Myers Squibb, Nissan Motor
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US equity futures are indicating a lower open today. European markets have opened in the negative territory, following weaker Asian sessions. Markets are unnerved by the uncertainty stemming from Trump's policy amid all the stop-start tariff announcements. The growth versus contraction concerns have been another focus after Trump acknowledged that the US economy is facing a transition period and demurred on the likelihood of a recession.
Companies mentioned: ServiceNow, Silgan, Checkpoint Therapeutics
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US equity futures are pointing to a higher open today. European markets have opened in the negative territory, following weaker Asian sessions. Global markets still have their attention on Trump, who has agreed to delay the 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods covered by the USMCA until April second. Still, the tariff reprieve provided no support for markets given the uncertain policy dynamic and Trump showing little inclination to back down from his broader strategy of remaking trade relationships.
Companies mentioned: Walgreens Boots Alliance, Apollo Global
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US equity futures are slightly softer after a strong rally on Wednesday. European markets opened firmer, while Asian equities ended mostly higher, with Hong Kong continuing to outperform while Australia lagged. Markets responded positively to the White House’s decision to delay auto tariffs for Canada and Mexico by one month, while officials also suggested potential exemptions for agricultural and other key products under USMCA. Stronger-than-expected ISM Services data showed rising new orders and employment. The ADP private payrolls report missed expectations, while the Beige Book pointed to softer consumer spending and growing business concerns over trade uncertainty. Oil prices remained under pressure despite lingering concerns about inflation.
Companies Mentioned: Allegro MicroSystems, Onsemi, Sanken Electric, SGS, Groupe Bruxelles Lambert, Microsoft
