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US futures dip as 10-year yields hit two-month highs near 4.63%, oil inventories unexpectedly build, and ADP hiring slows. Investors weigh rate-sensitive vs. cyclical sectors ahead of Intel, Honeywel…
US-Iran tensions escalated after overnight American strikes in southern Iran, yet both nations signal ongoing negotiations. Markets remain cautiously optimistic on deal prospects despite military ris…
S&P 500 futures rose 0.4% Friday on AI sector enthusiasm and US-Iran diplomatic progress, though Nvidia's weak guidance tempered gains despite earnings beat.
Trump pauses Iran attack and signals nuclear deal prospects, causing oil prices to decline 1%+ as geopolitical tensions ease temporarily. Tech stocks decline on profit-taking after AI-driven rally.
Japan's Q1 GDP expected to grow 0.5% q/q driven by consumer spending and business investment. Trade deficit forecast for April amid weak yen and higher energy costs, though exports remain resilient w…
Oil futures surge on Strait of Hormuz closure concerns, with WTI climbing 4.2% to $105.42/barrel and Brent rising 3.3% to $109.26, posting strong weekly gains amid tight supply outlook.
Rising energy costs from the Middle East crisis threaten AI investment plans for Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta, risking reduced capital expenditures and a market correction in early 2026.
PJM's failure to approve data center electricity proposals creates uncertainty for Microsoft and tech firms, as rising power costs and grid reliability concerns pose risks to AI data center expansion…