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The Fund seeks to track the investment results of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (the Underlying Index), which is designed to measure equity market performance in the global emerging markets. As of August 31, 2023, the Underlying Index consisted of securities from the following 24 emerging market countries: Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. The Underlying Index includes large- and mid-capitalization companies and may change over time. As of August 31, 2023, a significant portion of the Underlying Index is represented by securities of companies in the financials and technology industries or sectors. The components of the Underlying Index are likely to change over time. BFA uses an indexing approach to try to achieve the Fund's investment objective. Unlike many investment companies, the Fund does not try to beat the index it tracks and does not seek temporary defensive positions when markets decline or appear overvalued.

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On Wednesday, April 2nd, U.S. markets closed mixed after a turbulent session as investors positioned themselves ahead of President Trump&#8217;s sweeping tariff announcement. While stocks gained during regular trading, S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq futures fell sharply afterward, reacting to a proposed 10% baseline import tariff and stricter measures on key trade partners, fueling market volatility and investor unease.
In economic data, U.S. private businesses added 155,000 jobs in March, beating expectations. Meanwhile, factory orders rose 0.6% in February, down from January&#8217;s revised 1.8% increase.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed higher, led by industrials and financials, though consumer staples and some consumer discretionary stocks ended lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.56% to 42,225.32, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.67% to 5,670.97, and the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.87% to close at 17,601.05.
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Asia Markets Today
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<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed the session lower by 2.73% at 34,751.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport and Communication sectors.</li>
<li>Japan&#8217;s Nikkei fell to an eight-month low after Trump unveiled steep tariffs, including a 24% levy on Japanese goods. This sparked a broad market selloff and investor risk-off sentiment.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.94% and closed at 7,859.70, led by losses in the IT, Energy and Resources sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.38% to 23,243.10, and Nifty 500 declined 0.13% to 21,237.80.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.24% to 3,342.01, while the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 slid by 0.59% to 3,861.50.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng was down 1.77%, ending the session at 22,792.00.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was down 2.12%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 1.52%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 2.09%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 1.16%.</li>
<li>European stocks tumbled as Trump&#8217;s sweeping tariffs on all U.S. imports sparked global trade tensions. Markets fear an economic slowdown, with oil prices sliding and the EU, China, and others planning retaliation.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 4.00% at $68.83/bbl, and Brent was down 3.83% at $72.08/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices plunged Thursday as Trump&#8217;s steep new tariffs sparked fears of a global trade war, dampening growth and fuel demand.</li>
<li>Natural Gas slid 0.20% to $4.047.</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.56% at $3,148.31, Silver was down 4.75% to $33.008, and Copper fell 2.37% to $4.9215.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Dow futures were down 2.44%, S&amp;P 500 futures declined 3.03% and Nasdaq 100 futures slid 3.33%.</li>
<li>U.S. stock futures fell sharply after President Trump announced sweeping new tariffs, including a 10% baseline on all imports and higher duties on countries like China, the EU, and Japan. Auto tariffs also took effect, fueling global trade tensions and recession fears.</li>
</ul>
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index fell 1.56% to 102.05, USD/JPY was down 1.86% to 146.50, and USD/AUD declined 0.66% to 1.5774.</li>
<li>The dollar weakened on Thursday following President Trump&#8217;s sweeping tariff announcement, as investor concerns over a potential global economic slowdown grew. Ongoing uncertainty and weaker U.S. data have continued to weigh on the dollar.</li>
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Global Markets Rattle With Trump's Tariff, Dollar Weakens, Oil Tanks - Global Markets Today While US Slept

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
<ul>
<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
<ul>
<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
<ul>
<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

President Donald Trump has expressed fury over recent remarks by Russian President Vladimir Putin suggesting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should be replaced. 
What Happened: In a weekend interview, Trump said he was "very angry" and warned of economic retaliation if Russia fails to cooperate on halting the Ukraine war.
Putin proposed a transitional government for Ukraine, which would effectively push out Zelenskyy. Trump, in response, threatened to impose sweeping &#8220;secondary tariffs&#8221; on any country purchasing Russian oil, including a 25% to 50% tariff on Russian crude and related products.
Trump made Ukraine a centerpiece of his foreign policy agenda and has pushed for an end to the war. His team helped broker a partial ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, allowing safe passage in the Black Sea and a halt on attacks targeting energy infrastructure. But tensions with Moscow remain high.
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"If Russia and I are unable to make a deal on stopping the bloodshed in Ukraine, and if I think it was Russia's fault — which it might not be — but if I think it was Russia's fault, I am going to put secondary tariffs on oil, on all oil coming out of Russia," Trump <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-angry-putin-zelenskyy-iran-sanctions-rcna198729">told </a>to NBC News.
Despite previous criticism of Zelenskyy, Trump signaled he would act against Putin if diplomacy fails. He also said he plans to speak with Putin again this week. "The anger dissipates quickly… if he does the right thing," Trump said, describing their relationship as "very good."
Trump said he also "was pissed off" about Putin's comments about temporary governance and that his anger about Putin's comments had been made known to Moscow.
Trump's tariff threats echo a similar strategy he applied to Venezuela, where countries importing oil from Caracas risked U.S. trade penalties. The same could apply to top buyers of Russian oil such as China, India, Turkey, and Brazil.
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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
<ul>
<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

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

Trade tensions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/federal-reserve">Fed policy shifts</a> and weakening sentiment are creating a stormy outlook for the global economy.
JPMorgan's Bruce Kasman just upped the ante on recession risks, pegging the odds of a 2025 U.S./global downturn at 40%. That's not just a number—it's a warning shot for investors navigating an increasingly volatile landscape.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trade War Fears Are Back &#8211; ETFs Are Already Reacting</h2>
Kasman's outlook hinges on one major factor: trade policy. With tariffs expected to push the effective U.S. rate above 10%, he sees a 0.5% GDP drag next year. But the real risk? A domino effect. 
If business sentiment cracks, capital expenditures slow and inflation limits Fed maneuverability, markets could turn defensive fast.
Investors aren't waiting for confirmation &#8211; ETF flows are already shifting. The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEM#NYSE">EEM</a>) has seen a surge in outflows as investors brace for trade turbulence. 
Meanwhile, defensive plays like the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) and iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) are catching bids as risk appetite wanes.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44449713">Jerome Powell&#8217;s Stagflation Fears, Mark Cuban&#8217;s Economic Queries, And Ray Dalio&#8217;s Debt Warning: This Week In Economics</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Can The Fed Hold The Line?</h2>
The Fed isn't rushing to cut rates despite rising trade war concerns. Kasman notes that while policymakers remain "asymmetric" &#8211; ready to ease in a labor market downturn but unwilling to hike on strong growth &#8211; this stance leaves little cushion if sentiment nosedives.
That's a potential headwind for growth-focused ETFs like Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which relies on a Fed-friendly backdrop.
But it's not all doom and gloom. A front-loaded boost in global trade is temporarily lifting manufacturing ETFs, with the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>) seeing inflows as global industrial production spikes.
The question is: how long does that last before trade war fears fully set in?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ETF Playbook For Recession Risks</h2>
With uncertainty mounting, ETF investors are playing both offense and defense. Those bracing for more pain are rotating into SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) and Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VDC#NYSE">VDC</a>), while bargain hunters are eyeing SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) for potential buy-the-dip opportunities.
Bottom line? 
The 40% recession probability isn't just a macro call &#8211; it's already reshaping ETF positioning. If sentiment sours further, this shift is only getting started.
Read Next: 
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/44450390">Charlie Munger&#8217;s Investment Wisdom: &#8216;If People Weren&#8217;t So Often Wrong, We Wouldn&#8217;t Be So Rich&#8217;</a></li>
</ul>
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Trade Wars, Fed Moves And A 40% Recession Risk - Is Your Portfolio Ready?

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.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/03/44405112/tariff-inflation-may-be-transitory-powell-says-stocks-rally-bitcoin-clears-85000-as-bulls-return" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tariff Inflation May Be &#8216;Transitory,&#8217; Powell Says: Stocks Rally, Bitcoin Clears $85,000 As Bulls Return</a>
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

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

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

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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Asia And Europe Markets Advance, Gold Hits $3,000 - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, March 12, U.S. markets ended mixed as softer-than-expected inflation data lifted hopes for Fed rate cuts, partially offsetting investor concerns over escalating trade tensions. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher, driven by tech stocks while growing tariff disputes under Trump continued to stoke recession fears and market volatility.
In economic data, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell to 2.8% year-over-year in February, down from 3%, beating expectations for a more modest decline to 2.9%. Core inflation also cooled more than anticipated, slipping from 3.3% to 3.1%.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher, led by gains in consumer discretionary, tech, and communication services. Consumer staples and health care lagged, closing lower.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.20% to close at 41,350.93, the S&amp;P 500 rose 0.49% to 5,599.30, and the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.22% to 17,648.45.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 0.03% to 36,808.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.48%, closing at 7,749.10, led by losses in the Consumer Staples, Consumer Discretionary and Financials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.39% at 22,382.90 and the Nifty 500 slid 0.51% to 20,160.95.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.39% to 3,358.73, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.40% to 3,911.58.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng slid 0.58%, ending the session at 23,462.65.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.11%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX declined 0.03%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.07%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.45%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.52% at $67.32/bbl, and Brent was down 0.41% at $70.67/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices held steady Thursday after a sharp rise on falling U.S. gasoline stocks. Strong demand outlook balanced recession fears, trade tensions, and rising OPEC+ output keeping markets uncertain.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.02% to $4.086.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.34% at $2,956.74, Silver was down 0.31% to $33.635, and Copper fell 0.40% to $4.8300.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were down 0.06%, S&amp;P 500 futures fell 0.12% and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.21%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.11% to 103.69, USD/JPY was down 0.08% to 148.12, and USD/AUD gained 0.15% to 1.5903.
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Asia Market Slip, Europe Mixed, Gold Nears Record High - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, March 11, U.S. markets closed lower, extending steep losses amid escalating tariff threats from President Trump, which fueled concerns over a global economic slowdown.
The S&amp;P 500 briefly entered correction territory, down 10% from recent highs. Volatility was driven by mixed trade signals and geopolitical developments, including a potential Ukraine-Russia ceasefire and suspended Canadian energy surcharges.
In economic data, U.S. job openings unexpectedly rose by 232,000 to 7.74 million in January, up from a revised 7.51 million in December and surpassing the forecast of 7.63 million—signaling continued labor market strength amid broader economic uncertainty.
All 11 major S&amp;P sectors ended in the red, though technology and consumer discretionary—this year&#8217;s weakest performers—recorded the most modest losses.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.14% to close at 41,433.48, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.76% to 5,572.07, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.18% to 17,436.10.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 rose 0.03% to 36,782.50, led by gains in the Power, Rubber, Chemical, Petroleum, and plastic sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 1.32%, closing at 7,786.20, led by losses in the Consumer Discretionary, Industrials and Financials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.16% at 22,462.00, and the Nifty 500 slid 0.24% to 20,255.50.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.23% to 3,371.92, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.36% to 3,927.23.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng slid 0.76%, ending the session at 23,600.31.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 1.13%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 1.55%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 1.14%.</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.55%</li>
<li>European stocks rose as the EU announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports. Sentiment was boosted by Ukraine ceasefire talks, a steady euro, and rising oil prices despite ongoing trade tensions.</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.68% at $66.70/bbl, and Brent was up 0.63% at $70.00/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices edged higher Wednesday on a weaker dollar, though gains were capped by U.S. slowdown fears and tariff concerns.</li>
<li>Natural Gas declined 2.76% to $4.330.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.06% at $2,922.21, Silver was up 0.94% to $33.458, and Copper gained 1.16% to $4.4215.</li>
<li>Gold held steady as investors awaited U.S. inflation data and weighed trade tensions. Trump&#8217;s metal tariffs took effect, but a proposed hike on Canadian imports was dropped. Copper rose on China stimulus hopes.</li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.38%, S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.56% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.68%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.15% to 103.55, the USD/JPY rose 0.57% to 148.61, and the USD/AUD gained 0.15% to 1.5901.
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Asia Markets Down, Europe Advances, Gold Holds Steady - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, March 10th, U.S. markets closed sharply lower as the ongoing stock sell-off intensified. Investor confidence was shaken by growing uncertainty around Trump&#8217;s tariff policies, recession fears, and the threat of a government shutdown.
Major tech stocks like Tesla and Nvidia continued to slide. With key inflation data ahead, Wall Street faces a sharp shift in sentiment amid rising economic and political risks.&nbsp;
Economic data showed that U.S. consumer inflation expectations for the year ahead rose to 3.1% in February, up from 3% over the previous three months.
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Most S&amp;P 500 sectors fell Monday, led by losses in consumer discretionary, tech, and communication services, while utilities and energy ended higher.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 2.08% to close at 41,911.71, the S&amp;P 500 declined 2.70% to 5,614.56, while the Nasdaq Composite plummeted 4.00% to 17,468.32.
President Trump sidestepped recession concerns in a Sunday Fox News interview and later with reporters. While denying an imminent downturn, he referenced a &#8220;period of transition&#8221; tied to tariffs and workforce cuts. Emphasizing long-term gains from his policies, he avoided making definitive comments about <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44222440/financial-crime-weekly" rel="noreferrer noopener">a possible 2025 recession</a>.
Asia Markets Today
<ul>
<li>On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 fell 0.32% to 36,770.50, led by losses in the Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Services sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.91%, closing at 7,890.10, led by losses in the IT, Gold and Industrials sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.16% at 22,495.20, and the Nifty 500 gained 0.17% to 20,300.30.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite gained 0.41% to 3,379.83, and the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.32% to 3,941.42.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng slid 0.01%, ending the session at 23,782.14.</li>
</ul>
Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The European STOXX 50 was up 0.39%.</li>
<li>Germany&#8217;s DAX gained 0.58%.</li>
<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 0.32%.</li>
<li>Spain&#8217;s IBEX 35 traded lower by 0.11%</li>
<li>U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.10%</li>
</ul>
Commodities at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.71% at $66.50/bbl, and Brent was up 0.75% at $69.80/bbl.</li>
<li>Oil prices inched higher Tuesday despite early losses amid recession fears, tariff uncertainty, and OPEC+ plans to raise supply.</li>
<li>Natural Gas gained 0.60% to $4.518.</li>
<li>Gold was trading higher by 0.56% at $2,915.69, Silver was up 1.28% to $32.943, and Copper gained 1.07% to $4.7160.</li>
<li>Gold prices rose in Asia as a weaker dollar and rising U.S. recession fears boosted safe-haven demand. </li>
</ul>
U.S. Futures at 05:45 AM ET
Dow futures were up 0.27%, S&amp;P 500 futures rose 0.33% and Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.44%.
Forex at 05:45 AM ET
<ul>
<li>The U.S. Dollar Index slipped 0.54% to 103.37, USD/JPY was up 0.07% to 147.38, and USD/AUD declined 0.20% to 1.5893.</li>
<li>The yen hit a five-month high Tuesday as investors sought safety amid U.S. recession fears driven by Trump&#8217;s tariffs. U.S. stocks slumped, signaling slowing growth, while the dollar weakened against major currencies.</li>
</ul>
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44222440/financial-crime-weekly" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trump Says Economy Faces A &#8216;Period Of Transition&#8217;: Is A Recession Ahead?</a>
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