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Global equities steady as Asian markets open higher; US futures dip amid trade uncertainty
By News Desk Published on June 3, 2025, 07:37 IST Global equities opened the week on a mixed note, with Asian markets trading with marginal gains, buoyed by last week's tech-led rebound in US markets. However, US stock index futures slipped slightly in early trade, as investors await further clarity on President Donald Trump's trade tariffs and the broader outlook for the US economy. Sentiment was cautious as the US dollar remained under pressure, reflecting ongoing concerns about renewed trade tensions and their potential to slow global growth in the coming months. Key global market snapshots: Dow Futures were down 85 points at 42,221 (-0.20%). Nasdaq Futures slipped 42 points to 21,450 (-0.19%). US Small Cap 2000 Futures fell 7 points to 2,063 (-0.33%). In Europe, early signals were positive: DAX Futures rose 77 points to 24,053 (+0.32%). FTSE Futures were up 15 points at 8,809 (+0.17%). In Asia, markets opened firm: Hang Seng Futures jumped 275 points to 23,294 (+1.19%). KOSPI edged up 1.3 points to 2,699 (+0.05%). Taiex Futures surged 328 points to 21,197 (+1.57%). Nikkei 225 gained 221 points to 37,692 (+0.59%). For Indian markets, Gift Nifty was down 10 points at 24,861 (-0.04%) in early adjusted trade, suggesting a flat to cautious start. US markets closed higher on Friday, led by tech stocks: Dow Jones Industrial Average ended up 35 points at 42,305 (+0.08%). Nasdaq Composite gained 129 points to 19,242 (+0.67%). Traders are likely to watch upcoming US macro data, any new signals on tariff policy, and currency trends, all of which could influence short-term risk sentiment. News desk at
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09-05-2025
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Asian markets trade flat; US futures steady after Wall Street rally on UK deal
By Arunika Jain Published on May 9, 2025, 07:50 IST Global equity markets opened Thursday on a mixed note amid muted overnight sentiment and cautious optimism following a Wall Street rally. The gains in U.S. markets were spurred by the announcement of a new trade deal framework between the United States and the United Kingdom, while investors remained watchful for progress on broader trade negotiations, including a potential agreement with China. U.S. stock futures showed minimal movement in early Asian hours. Dow Futures slipped 39 points or 0.09% to 41,329, while the Nasdaq Futures edged up 4 points or 0.02% to 20,068. The U.S. Small Cap 2000 Futures declined by 6 points or 0.28% to 2,021. European futures signaled cautious optimism, with Germany's DAX Futures rising 32 points or 0.14% to 23,501 and the UK's FTSE Futures gaining 19 points or 0.22% to 8,558. In Asia, indices displayed a mixed trend. Japan's Nikkei outperformed with a gain of 427 points or 1.16% at 37,356, supported by tech and export-heavy stocks. Taiwan's Taiex Futures also moved higher by 60 points or 0.29% to 20,638. However, South Korea's KOSPI slipped marginally by 1.2 points or 0.04% to 2,578, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng Futures were down 11 points or 0.05% at 22,738. India's Gift Nifty indicated a weaker start for domestic equities, trading 290 points lower at 23,982, a drop of 1.20% on an adjusted basis. In the previous U.S. session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 255 points or 0.62% to close at 41,369. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 190 points or 1.07% to finish at 17,928, buoyed by strong buying in technology stocks. Arunika Jain, a graduate in Mass Communication, brings a fresh perspective to the world of journalism. Arunika has a passion for writing finance and corporate news at You can write to her at [email protected]
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08-05-2025
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Asian markets open mixed; US futures bounce as Trump teases ‘big' trade deal
By News Desk Published on May 8, 2025, 07:46 IST Global equities displayed mixed cues on Thursday morning as Asian markets opened on a cautious note, while European futures edged higher. US futures staged a recovery after former President Donald Trump hinted at a major trade deal, calling it 'the first of many,' during a surprise announcement. This came after a brief dip in futures overnight, following the US Federal Reserve's warning about heightened uncertainty around tariffs and broader economic conditions. The Dow Futures were up 130 points at 41,244 (+0.31%), while Nasdaq Futures rose 152 points to 20,020 (+0.77%). The US Small Cap 2000 Futures climbed 12 points to 2,001 (+0.58%). In Europe, Germany's DAX Futures advanced 136 points to 23,377 (+0.54%) and UK's FTSE Futures added 43 points to 8,591 (+0.50%). Among Asian indices, Hang Seng Futures were slightly up at 22,617 (+0.11%), Taiex Futures surged 193 points to 20,569 (+0.94%), South Korea's KOSPI rose 6 points to 2,580 (+0.22%), and Japan's Nikkei Index gained 71 points to 36,851 (+0.19%). However, India's Gift Nifty was in the red, down 38 points at 24,423 (-0.16%), indicating a soft start for domestic equities. From the previous US trading session, the Dow closed higher by 285 points at 41,117 (+0.70%), while the Nasdaq settled at 17,738, up 49 points (+0.23%). Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investors are advised to do their own research or consult financial experts before making any investment decisions. News desk at
