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On Wednesday, July 2, U.S. markets closed mixed. The S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, buoyed by tech sector gains and a trade agreement between the U.S. and Vietnam that eased tariff concerns.
The Dow edged slightly lower. Nasdaq&#8217;s strength was led by Nvidia, Apple, and Tesla. Investors are now focused on Thursday&#8217;s non-farm payrolls report for signs of potential Fed rate cuts amid weak private payroll data and Centene&#8217;s withdrawn 2025 earnings forecast.
In economic data, U.S. private employers cut 33,000 jobs in June, the first drop since March 2023, raising expectations of a Fed rate cut. Economists now see Friday&#8217;s jobs report showing a slowdown to 110,000 gains. Markets have priced in a September cut and see a 25% chance of one in July, with a second cut expected by year-end.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose Wednesday, led by materials, tech, and energy, while health care and utilities declined.
The Dow fell 0.02% to 44,484.42, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.47% at 6,227.42, and the Nasdaq gained 0.94% to 20,393.13.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.16% lower at 39,699.50, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.02% at 8,595.80, led by losses in the Telecoms Services, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.17% at 25,410.70, and the Nifty 500 fell 0.08% to 23,529.35.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.18% at 3,461.15, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.62% to 3,968.07.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng index closed the session at 24,069.94, lower by 0.63%
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.26%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.01%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 slid 0.15%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.34%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 1.08% at $66.72/bbl, and Brent was down 1.06% at $68.38/bbl.
Oil prices fell as traders weighed potential U.S. tariff hikes, a likely OPEC+ output increase, weak Chinese demand, rising U.S. crude inventories, and pre-holiday caution ahead of key economic data.
Natural gas rose 1.01% to $3.523.
Gold traded lower by 0.11% to $3,355.92, Silver rose 0.72% to $37.005, and Copper gained 0.28% to $5.1640.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.04%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.07%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.06% to 96.83, USD/JPY was up 0.13% to 143.86, and USD/AUD rose 0.13% to 1.5209.
The U.S. dollar remained near 3.5-year lows on Thursday ahead of key jobs data and amid optimism over a U.S.-Vietnam trade deal. Rate cut expectations and fiscal concerns kept pressure on the greenback.
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Asia And Europe Markets Mixed, Dollar Near 3-Year Lows - Global Markets Today While US Slept

Gold may have dominated headlines during the first half of 2025, rising more than 25%, but it is no longer the sole shiny option for investors. While gold&#8217;s sharp growth is starting to raise valuation questions, a more subdued shift is underway in silver, platinum, and even palladium. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs that </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">track these</a> less-watched metals are gaining popularity, driven by a combination of macroeconomic tailwinds, a weakening U.S. dollar, and speculation surrounding the Fed&#8217;s next move.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Gold Standard, Still?</h2>
Gold&#8217;s rise has been impressive. The SPDR Gold Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), the biggest and most liquid bullion-backed ETF, increased almost 26% year-to-date, even touching all-time highs in April. Its rally has been driven by rate-cut hopes, geopolitical tensions, and a dollar that&#8217;s lost 11%—its worst first-half performance in over three decades.
But there&#8217;s a caveat. RBC Capital Markets warned in April that gold may now be overpriced from a macroeconomic perspective. The rally, the analysts contend, has been fueled more by fear than by fundamentals. And fear, unlike bullion, doesn&#8217;t come with an ounce measurement.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Platinum, Silver Step Into The Spotlight</h2>
While that&#8217;s happening, other precious metals are making their own comeback. Platinum leaped more than 26% in June alone. Constrained supply conditions and a jump in demand from Chinese jewelry markets have fueled the surge. Mix in speculative demand from both the U.S. and China, and you&#8217;ve got a metal playing catch-up.
Silver and palladium aren&#8217;t quiet either. The iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLV#NYSE">SLV</a>) and Sprott Physical Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSLV#NYSE">PSLV</a>) rose consistently as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/45847216/silver-supercycle-you-never-have-enough-of-it-hedge-fund-analyst-says-as-50-level-looms">investors search for discounted alternatives</a> to gold. Silver&#8217;s dual position as both an industrial metal and a precious metal lends it a unique appeal in the current climate, where inflation risk persists and economic statistics are mixed.
This volatile environment has generated a surge in interest in diversified and targeted metals ETFs. Prices of the Aberdeen Standard Physical Platinum Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPLT#NYSE">PPLT</a>) and Sprott Physical Platinum and Palladium Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPPP#NYSE">SPPP</a>) have shot up in the first half of this year, suggesting increased flows, while the Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBP#NYSE">DBP</a>), holding a blend of gold and silver futures, is growing in popularity among tactical asset allocators.
At the same time, multi-metal mining ETFs, such as the iShares MSCI Global Metals &amp; Mining Producers ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PICK#BATS">PICK</a>), are gaining traction among investors seeking exposure to commodity prices indirectly through producers and refiners.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What&#8217;s Behind The Move?</h2>
Dollar Weakness: As the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/us-dollar">greenback </a>hits <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/06/46146713/trump-dollar-outlook-tariffs-debt">multi-decade lows</a>, dollar-denominated assets such as precious metals gain attractiveness.
Rate-Cut Buzz: Markets are expecting at least two Fed rate cuts this year, a situation that traditionally favors metal prices.
Valuation Catch-Up: Metals such as platinum remain significantly below all-time highs and are attractive on a relative basis.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From Gold to What's Next</h2>
If the first six months of 2025 belonged to gold, then the second half could be remembered for what comes after it. Whether it&#8217;s the breakout of silver, the rise of platinum, or a strategic blend of metals, ETF investors appear poised to diversify through uncertainty, one ounce at a time.
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Even as U.S. stocks trade at all-time highs, JPMorgan's new mid-year outlook suggests a quiet storm may be forming under the surface—one that could see gold soar, the dollar weaken, and markets reset in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">second half of 2025.</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500 May Cool Off—But Not Crash</h3>
In a report shared Tuesday, the investment bank forecasted the S&amp;P 500 — as tracked by the Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) — to finish the year at 6,000, implying a modest 3.5% pullback from current levels around 6,220.
That would still mark a positive year overall, underpinned by a 12% increase in earnings, with further growth expected in 2026.
"The economy and consumers have shown resilience, and corporates delivered healthy pre-Liberation Day growth of 12% despite the implied aggregate tariff rate surpassing 20%," said Dubravko Lakos-Bujas, head of Global Markets Strategy at JP Morgan.
Yet there are reasons for caution. "We remain open to the economy slowing in the second half of this year at a time when valuation is less supportive," he said, noting that the market may repeat the pattern seen in 2023–2024: narrow leadership and high concentration.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">US Growth Outlook Trimmed, Inflation Risks Rising</h3>
Inflation is expected to heat up again during the summer months. This could push the Fed's next rate cut to December, according to JPMorgan economists.
"We anticipate this [tariff] shock to generate a broad-based downshift in global growth and a rotation in inflation pressures toward the U.S.," said Bruce Kasman, chief economist. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gold Rally Not Over—Could Hit $4,000 By 2026</h3>
Gold's bullish trend is far from over, with JPMorgan forecasting the metal to average $3,675 per ounce in the fourth quarter of 2025 and potentially exceed $4,000 by the second half of 2026.
"For investors, we think gold remains one of the most optimal hedges for the unique combination of stagflation, recession, debasement and U.S. policy risks," said Natasha Kaneva, head of Global Commodities Strategy.
If JPMorgan&#8217;s gold forecast plays out, the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) could climb another 10% by year-end and gain up to 20% more through mid-2026, tracking bullion's surge toward $4,000.
Meanwhile, oil prices are likely to stay subdued due to a growing supply surplus. Kaneva said JPMorgan sees Brent crude trading in the low-to-mid $60s per barrel through the end of the year, barring a severe Middle East escalation.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Weaker Dollar Supports EM Currencies</h3>
JPMorgan remains bearish on the U.S. dollar amid shifting global dynamics. "The main anchors of our bearish USD view remain unchanged," said Meera Chandan, co-head of Global FX Strategy.
Chandan pointed to fading U.S. growth exceptionalism, expensive valuations, and a buildup of liabilities relative to the rest of the world. 
"Several key conditions seem to define the onset of a USD bear cycle&#8230; Plus, past experience indicates that once initiated, dollar bear cycles can persist for a while," she said.
This environment supports emerging market currencies, which are expected to outperform in the second half. 
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The U.S. labor market is flashing a rare warning sign after private sector payrolls fell in June for the first time in over two years, raising concerns about the economy&#8217;s health and increasing bets on Federal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">Reserve interest rate cuts.</a>
Private employers cut 33,000 jobs last month, according to the ADP National Employment Report released Thursday. 
That's a sharp drop from the downwardly revised 29,000 gain in May and far below economist forecasts for a 95,000 increase. 
The last time this data showed a monthly contraction was in March 2023, coinciding with the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, which triggered a brief banking crisis.
The ADP report precedes the more closely watched U.S. government jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, due on Thursday. Economists expect nonfarm payrolls to slow from 139,000 in May to 110,000 in June.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Where Job Losses Hit Hardest In June</h2>
The losses were concentrated in service-providing sectors, which collectively shed 66,000 jobs. Within that group, professional and business services lost 56,000 jobs, while education and health services dropped 52,000. Financial activities cut 14,000 positions.
There were modest gains in leisure and hospitality (+32,000), trade, transportation and utilities (+14,000), and information (+5,000). Meanwhile, goods-producing industries added 32,000 jobs, driven largely by manufacturing.
"Though layoffs continue to be rare, a hesitancy to hire and a reluctance to replace departing workers led to job losses last month," said Nela Richardson, chief economist at ADP. "Still, the slowdown in hiring has yet to disrupt pay growth."
&#8220;Though layoffs continue to be rare, a hesitancy to hire and a reluctance to replace departing workers led to job losses last month. Still, the slowdown in hiring has yet to disrupt pay growth,&#8221; Richardson added.
Despite the hiring freeze, wage growth held firm. Year-over-year pay for job stayers increased 4.4%, while those who changed jobs saw an average 6.8% boost in salaries, indicating underlying labor market tightness remains.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions: Traders Add Rate Cut Bets</h2>
Markets immediately responded to the surprise job contraction by ramping up bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. The odds of a July rate cut increased to 25%, up from 20% the previous day.
Traders now fully price in a rate cut by September and expect another 25-basis-point reduction by December.
Despite the weak labor print, U.S. equity futures remained steady. Contracts on the S&amp;P 500 hovered around 6,200 points in premarket trading in New York.
Gold futures – as tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) – spiked on the back of increased rate cut expectations. Bullion rose to $3,350 per ounce as investors sought safety amid labor market uncertainties.
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On Tuesday, July 1, U.S. markets closed mixed, the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq fell, pulled down by large-cap tech stocks, while the Dow gained. Volatility was high amid low liquidity. Investor optimism from potential stimulus was tempered by market concentration and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46213387/elon-musk-backs-trump-over-gaza-ceasefire-despite-public-spats-credit-where-credit-is-due" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tesla-Trump spat</a>. 
Economic data, including unexpectedly higher job openings, supported the Fed&#8217;s patient stance on rate cuts, shifting focus to Thursday&#8217;s nonfarm payrolls report.
In economic data, U.S. job openings increased to 7.769 million in May. The ISM manufacturing PMI for June rose to 49 compared to market estimates of 48.8. U.S. construction spending declined 0.3% in May to $2,138 billion annually.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors, including materials, healthcare, and energy, saw gains, but information technology and communication services ended lower.
The Dow rose 0.91% to 44,494.94, the S&amp;P 500 was down 0.11% at 6,198.01, and the Nasdaq declined 0.82% to 20,202.89.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.58% lower at 39,755.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.66% at 8,597.70, led by gains in the A-REITs, Materials, and Metals &amp; Mining sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.37% at 24,221.41, and the Nifty 500 fell 0.30% to 23,544.25.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.09% at 3,454.79, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.02% to 3,943.68.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng index closed the session at 24,221.41, higher by 0.62%
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.64%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.25%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 1.16%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.31%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI traded higher by 0.87% at $66.02/bbl, and Brent was up 0.88% at $67.69/bbl.
Oil prices held steady as markets balanced expected OPEC+ supply increases, a weaker dollar, and mixed U.S. economic signals, including a surprise crude inventory build. Geopolitical calm and macro policy ambiguity also influenced trading.
Natural gas fell 0.91% to $3.384.
Gold traded higher by 0.06% to $3,351.12, Silver rose 0.41% to $36.000, and Copper gained 1.59% to $5.1285.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.15%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.13%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.10%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.34% to 96.97, USD/JPY was up 0.51% to 144.61, and USD/AUD rose 0.28% to 1.5235.
The dollar index edged up slightly, supported by strong U.S. job openings data, moving away from its recent lows despite ongoing pressure from policy uncertainty and rate cut expectations.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Rises While Dollar Gains - Global Markets Today While US Slept

HSBC has raised its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gold">average gold price</a> forecast for 2025 to $3,215 an ounce, up from $3,015, citing "elevated geopolitical risks, economic uncertainty, and rising government debt." The bank also increased its 2026 estimate to $3,125 an ounce from $2,915, while projecting a turbulent path ahead.
"We anticipate a wide and volatile trading range of $3,600/oz to $3,100/oz for the rest of the year," HSBC said in a note, as reported <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/hsbc-raises-average-gold-price-forecasts-2025-2026-2025-07-01/">by</a> Reuters.
Spot gold traded around $3,350 at 9:30 AM EST on Tuesday. The metal reached a record high of $3,500 in April, driven by surging demand from investors, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43512109/gold-extends-records-as-central-banks-rush-to-buy-bullion-miners-eye-sixth-straight-winning-week">central banks</a>, and geopolitical hedgers.
However, while prices remain historically high, HSBC warned that additional gains above $3,500/oz may reduce physical demand, particularly for jewelry, coins, and small bars in markets such as India and China. Consumers are highly price-sensitive, and even modest spikes tend to dampen gold buying.
The shift in demand and a search for substitution have been evident in a recent surge in platinum's popularity. With gold jewelry becoming increasingly expensive, platinum has reached <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/46138446/investors-seek-gold-alternative-platinum-hits-1400-as-supply-deficit-deepens">an 11-year high,</a> driven by rising consumer demand.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Safe-Haven Appeal</h3>
Ricardo Evangelista, senior analyst at ActivTrades, said gold's current trajectory remains supported by macro forces.
"The precious metal's safe-haven appeal is being boosted by concerns over the US fiscal outlook and ongoing tariff-related uncertainty," he <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/india/gold-rises-weaker-dollar-tariff-uncertainty-before-deadline-2025-07-01/">told Reuters</a>, referring to President Donald Trump's pending <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/46156587/trump-says-july-tariff-deadline-not-set-in-stone-we-can-do-whatever-we-want">July 9 tariff deadline</a>. "I expect prices to move higher in the near term&#8230; with the next significant resistance level around $3,370."
Global central bank demand, which surged over the last three years, remains a key pillar, although HSBC noted that buying may slow at prices above $3,300/oz. However, if gold retreats closer to $3,000, central banks could re-enter the market more aggressively, thereby reinforcing gold&#8217;s appeal as a reserve asset in uncertain times.
The combination of sticky inflation, a softening U.S. dollar, and deepening geopolitical divisions, especially in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, has also strengthened gold's position as a portfolio diversifier. HSBC clarifies that even if the rally pauses, gold's role as a long-term hedge remains intact.
In Canada, the gold rally has already had tangible market effects. The S&amp;P/TSX Composite Index surged 15% in U.S. dollar terms in the first half of the year, outpacing the S&amp;P 500, largely due to outsized gains in gold and silver miners.
"No doubt that it's been driven by gold. You need to have things that can bulletproof your portfolio, and gold is the one that does that the best,"&nbsp; Sadiq Adatia, chief investment officer at BMO Asset Management, said <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-01/gold-helps-canada-s-stocks-benchmark-outshine-the-s-p-500">per</a> Bloomberg.
Still, Adatia warns that the second half of 2025 may not replicate the stellar gains of the first.
"I don't think gold is going to have the same run&#8230; a lot of the ambiguity and uncertainty has subsided," he noted.
Price Watch: SPDR Gold Trusts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) is up 27.19% year-to-date.
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On Monday, June 30, U.S. markets closed higher, boosted by optimism over trade deals and possible rate cuts. Despite this strong finish, concerns about tariffs and fiscal policy weighed on overall performance. Investors reacted to soft economic data and shifting central bank expectations, while portfolio adjustments and rising bank stocks added momentum. Still, some analysts warned the rally may not last amid mounting economic and policy uncertainty.
In economic data, the Chicago PMI edged down to 40.4 in June from 40.5 in May, below the expected 42.7. Meanwhile, the Dallas Fed&#8217;s business activity index for Texas manufacturing rose to -12.7 from -15.3, signaling a slight improvement despite ongoing contraction.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Monday, led by tech, financials, and real estate, while energy and consumer discretionary declined.
The Dow rose 0.63% to 44,094.77, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.52% at 6,204.95, and the Nasdaq gained 0.47% to 20,369.73.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 1.43% lower at 39,908.00, led by losses in the Paper &amp; Pulp, Transport, and Communication sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.01% at 8,541.10, led by losses in the Industrials, Telecoms Services, and Materials sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.14% at 25,552.05, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.03% to 23,625.30.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.39% at 3,457.75, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.17% to 3,942.76.
The Hong Kong market was closed for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day holiday.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.52%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.70%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.62%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.26%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.17% at $65.00/bbl, and Brent was down 0.16% at $66.63/bbl.
Oil prices held steady as investors weighed expectations of an OPEC+ output hike in August and ongoing trade negotiations.
Natural gas fell 1.30% to $3.411.
Gold traded higher by 1.56% to $3,359.40, Silver rose 1.81% to $36.500, and Copper gained 1.40% to $5.1455.
Gold prices rose on safe-haven demand amid trade uncertainty and a weaker dollar as investors braced for Trump&#8217;s tariff deadline. Broader metal markets also gained on improved sentiment and China data.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures fell 0.13%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.24%, and the Nasdaq 100 was down 0.30%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.34% to 96.46, USD/JPY was down 0.78% to 142.91, and USD/AUD slid 0.07% to 1.5185.
The U.S. dollar fell, hit by fiscal concerns, trade uncertainty, and expectations of faster Fed rate cuts. Trump&#8217;s criticism of the Fed added pressure while investors await key U.S. data.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Slips, Dollar Weakens Further As Tariff Deadline Looms - Global Markets Today While US Slept

With only days remaining until President Donald Trump&#8217;s self-imposed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/46156587/trump-says-july-tariff-deadline-not-set-in-stone-we-can-do-whatever-we-want">July 9 tariff deadline</a>, the world trade scene resembles more of a geopolitical roulette table than a negotiation process. Although Trump&#8217;s return to tariff diplomacy has reignited diplomatic turmoil and corporate jitters, ETF investors seem to be playing it cool, at least for now.
In typical Trumpian style, the U.S. President has threatened broad new tariffs for dozens of nations that don&#8217;t come to framework deals within a week. But the frameworks unveiled so far, such as with the UK and China, have been short on substance and long on optics, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-deals-poised-fall-short-200000167.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9maW5hbmNlLnlhaG9vLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAEULTOijSzPIUaM76ZtXMwuZstTO6Gs_v7AfYKLFpUVM4Steqh_vRi2Rov9Y-iYtoQCOXC3Y-OqA4Jw69CatX_-Dm8eeHYOkjbQGpOtqF7n8HfztsM-BX-_bexkQJ4DrwPmsmyKLDRwBseGfLZCVVRY921fP07UjhmhAjeZfj14t">according</a> to Bloomberg. And while volatility typically follows trade tensions, the markets are responding with an unusual resilience. So are ETF performances.
As it happens, investors might be putting their money on the &#8220;TACO&#8221; theory, short for &#8220;Trump Always Chickens Out,&#8221; a sarcastic acronym that has gained traction on trading desks to characterize his style of issuing bold threats and then backing down.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Global Trade In The Crosshairs&#8230;Again</h2>
The stakes are high. From Canada and the EU to Taiwan and India, a broad swath of nations is at risk of getting their tariffs increased unless they negotiate deals or are considered to be &#8220;negotiating in good faith.&#8221; Trump has warned that tariffs could climb from the 10% baseline to as much as 25%. He has even suggested he might act before the July 9 deadline.
The White House has been sending mixed signals. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claimed the administration is aiming for "top 10 deals" with key partners. Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that nearly 20 countries may face immediate tariff hikes. Canada, for its part, has already blinked—backing off a digital services tax to get back to the table.
However, even as Trump ignites the trade universe with 280-character warnings, the ETF universe has remained relatively calm.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ETF Investors: Not Panicked, But Cautious</h2>
Here&#8217;s what the ETF market action indicates:
Nation-specific ETFs that are correlated to stalled negotiations like iShares MSCI India ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INDA#BATS">INDA</a>), iShares MSCI Taiwan ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWT#NYSE">EWT</a>) and Global X FTSE Southeast Asia ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASEA#NYSE">ASEA</a>) have experienced a combination of speculative investments and defensive holding based on Trump&#8217;s rhetoric. Nonetheless, all three prices are in the green so far this year.
China&#8217;s exposure is still delicate. KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KWEB#NYSE">KWEB</a>) is up more than 3% in June, but has been volatile amid speculation about whether tariffs on rare earths and digital products will be reinstated.
Safe havens and commodities are in style again. SPDR Gold Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) has recorded some of its most significant monthly advances since February, indicating investors are hedging against policy misfires.
If Trump follows through on blanket tariff increases, the shakeout would be rapid.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Potential ETF Winners</h2>
Domestic-centric ETFs, such as iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) and Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>), may benefit from a rotation away from export-oriented companies.
Gold and bond ETFs, such as GLD, may experience inflows as investors scramble for safety following a policy shock.
India and Southeast Asia ETFs, such as INDA and ASEA, could become popular if the U.S. solidifies its relationships with these countries as part of its &#8220;friendshoring&#8221; initiative.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Likely Losers</h2>
Export-oriented ETFs, such as the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>) and the Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>), are heavily dependent on cross-border supply chains.
European nation ETFs, like iShares MSCI Germany ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWG#NYSE">EWG</a>), iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWU#NYSE">EWU</a>), and iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZU#BATS">EZU</a>), may experience volatility if the EU fails to reach an agreement by the deadline.
Global exposure tech sector ETFs, such as the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>), could come under increased pressure if digital services taxes persist as an ongoing obstacle.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Playing Chicken?</h2>
Equity markets have not yet fully priced in the possibility of Armageddon. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/06/46124290/sp-500-hits-record-highs-and-history-says-the-best-is-yet-to-come">S&amp;P 500 is still at record levels</a>. Volatility is low (VIX at 16.74). And ETF investors appear to be hedging, not running for the hills.
As the tariff countdown continues, ETF investors are closely monitoring, though not yet bailing out. Whether Trump adheres to the deadline or drags out the anarchy into late July is anybody&#8217;s guess.
For the time being, the smart money is wagering on still more &#8220;deal theater,&#8221; tastefully staged for maximum political impact. But as always with Trump, a single tweet could upend everything.
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On Friday, June 27, U.S. markets closed higher, with the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record highs amid optimism over trade deals and expected Fed rate cuts. Despite U.S.-Canada tensions, investor momentum remained strong, particularly in tech stocks. Economic data showed mixed signals, but consumer sentiment improved.
Nvidia and Nike led gains, while Micron boosted AI stock confidence. Overall, market resilience and bullish sentiment continued to drive gains.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher Friday, led by communication services, consumer discretionary, and industrials, while energy and health care declined.
The Dow rose 1.00% to 43,819.27, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.54% at 6,173.07, and the Nasdaq gained 0.52% to 20,273.46.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Monday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.80% higher at 40,472.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.33% at 8,542.30, led by gains in the Healthcare, Industrials and Consumer Discretionary sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was down 0.44% at 25,524.95, and the Nifty 500 rose 0.01% to 23,621.90.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 0.59% at 3,444.43, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 0.37% to 3,936.08.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.87% lower at 24,072.28.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.30%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.09%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 fell 0.19%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.30%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.40% at $65.26/bbl, and Brent was down 0.24% at $66.65/bbl.
Oil prices held steady as Middle East tensions eased, but potential OPEC+ output hikes and global demand uncertainty kept gains limited. Bearish pressure is expected to persist amid weak outlooks.
Natural gas fell 3.56% to $3.606.
Gold traded higher by 0.33% to $3,298.52, Silver fell 0.13% to $35.990, and Copper gained 0.52% to $5.0530.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.47%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.41%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.61%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.17% to 97.23, USD/JPY was down 0.30% to 144.24, and USD/AUD gained 0.05% to 1.5320.
The U.S. dollar slid near multi-year lows on hopes for trade deals and expected Fed rate cuts. Easing tariff risks, dovish Fed signals and euro strength further pressured the greenback.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Edges Lower, Dollar Weakens On Rate Cut Bets - Global Markets Today While US Slept

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Benzinga Market Summary: S&P Pulls Back As Trump Says US Is Terminating Trade Discussions With Canada, Gold And Silver Pull Back

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Gold and silver are trading lower amid US-China trade hopes and Israel-Iran ceasefire efforts, which have eased macro uncertainty.

Benzinga Market Summary: S&P Rises On US-China Trade Framework, Gold Pulls Back, Nike Rises On Earnings Report

On Thursday, June 26, U.S. markets closed higher as easing geopolitical tensions and supportive economic data boosted hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. Major indexes advanced in a broad rally, edging the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq closer to record highs.
Bank stocks led gains after a regulatory proposal, while Fed officials signaled openness to easing. Mixed economic signals, including weak consumer spending and strong orders, fueled speculation about the timing of rate cuts.
According to economic data, the U.S. first-quarter GDP was revised down to -0.5% from -0.2%, driven by a larger trade deficit from weaker exports. However, May factory orders jumped 16.4% to $343.6 billion, the biggest monthly gain since 2014, far exceeding expectations. Weekly jobless claims dropped by 10,000 to 236,000, defying forecasts of no change and signaling ongoing strength in the labor market.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors rose, led by communication services, consumer discretionary, and energy. Real estate and consumer staples declined.
The Dow rose 0.94% to 43,386.84, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.80% at 6,141.02, and the Nasdaq gained 0.97% to 20,167.91.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Friday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 1.42% higher at 40,145.50, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.43% at 8,514.20, led by losses in the Financials, Healthcare, and A-REITs sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.37% at 25,640.40, and the Nifty 500 gained 0.44% to 23,621.45.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.70% at 3,424.23, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.61% to 3,921.76.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.17% lower at 24,284.15.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.97%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.83%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 1.41%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.54%.
European stocks rose on U.S.-China trade progress and Middle East ceasefire optimism.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 0.72% at $65.71/bbl, and Brent was up 0.61% at $67.10/bbl.
Oil prices increased Friday but were on track for their biggest weekly drop since March 2023, as easing geopolitical tensions erased risk premiums. Focus shifted back to supply-demand fundamentals, with support from falling inventories and strong Chinese imports.
Natural gas rose 2.75% to $3.623.
Gold traded lower by 1.47% to $3,298.62, Silver fell 2.26% to $35.755, and Copper declined 1.34% to $4.9955.
Gold fell to a near four-week low as the Israel-Iran ceasefire reduced safe-haven demand and investors awaited key U.S. inflation data.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.24%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.31%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.04% to 97.26, USD/JPY was up 0.01% to 144.44, and USD/AUD gained 0.10% to 1.5290.
The U.S. dollar neared multi-year lows as markets priced in deeper rate cuts and a possible dovish Fed chair replacement.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Advances, Gold And Dollar Slip Further - Global Markets Today While US Slept

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<li>AAPL</li>
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On Wednesday, June 25, U.S. markets closed mixed, with the Nasdaq lifted by tech shares while the S&amp;P 500 remained flat. Fed Chair Jerome Powell&#8217;s second day of congressional testimony reiterated the central bank&#8217;s wait-and-see approach to rate cuts.
Nvidia&#8217;s market value surged, making it the world&#8217;s most valuable company. Economic uncertainty weighed on corporate guidance, with notable declines from Tesla, FedEx, and General Mills. BlackBerry and Micron saw strong gains.
According to economic data, U.S. new home sales fell by 13.7% to 623,000 units in May, while building permits dropped by 2% to 1.394 million.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors closed lower, with real estate, consumer staples, and utilities posting the largest losses, while information technology and communication services stocks ended higher.
The Dow slid 0.25% to 42,982.43, the S&amp;P 500 was flat at 6,092.16, and the Nasdaq gained 0.31% to 19,973.55.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Thursday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 1.66% higher at 39,588.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was down 0.10% at 8,550.80, led by losses in the IT, Gold, and A-REITs sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 1.26% at 25,562.60, and the Nifty 500 gained 0.99% to 23,527.80.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was down 0.22% at 3,448.45, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 fell 0.35% to 3,946.02.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 0.61% lower at 24,325.40.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 0.18%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 0.76%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 0.24%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.18%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 0.03% at $64.90/bbl, and Brent was up 0.09% at $66.50/bbl.
Oil prices steadied after erasing earlier gains as investors focused on market fundamentals amid cautious optimism over the Iran-Israel ceasefire.
Natural gas fell 0.90% to $3.537.
Gold traded higher by 0.32% to $3,354.10, Silver rose 1.40% to $36.608, and Copper gained 2.77% to $5.0523.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.19%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.27%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.40%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.56% to 97.15, USD/JPY was down 0.77% to 144.09, and USD/AUD slid 0.39% to 1.5293.
The dollar fell to multi-year lows against the euro and Swiss franc, driven by concerns over the Fed&#8217;s independence and Trump&#8217;s criticism of Powell.
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Asia Markets Mixed, Europe Gains, Dollar Hit by Fed Concerns And Cooling Inflation - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Tuesday, June 24, U.S. markets closed higher as investors responded positively to a ceasefire between Israel and Iran and awaited signals from the Federal Reserve. The Nasdaq 100 reached a record close, and the S&amp;P 500 neared its previous peak.
Tech shares led the rally, while energy stocks slipped on lower oil prices. Fed Chair Powell emphasized a cautious approach to rate cuts, with weakening consumer confidence adding to expectations for future easing.
In economic data, the U.S. current account deficit jumped 44% to $450.2 billion in Q1, above the prior $312 billion and slightly above forecasts. Meanwhile, home price growth slowed, with the S&amp;P Case-Shiller Index rising 3.4% in April, down from 4.1% in March.
Most S&amp;P 500 sectors ended higher on Tuesday, led by tech, communication services, and financials. Energy stocks declined, bucking the trend.
The Dow rose 1.19% to 43,089.02, the S&amp;P 500 was up 1.11% to 6,092.18, and the Nasdaq gained 1.43% to 19,912.53.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 0.40% higher at 38,946.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.04% at 8,559.20, led by gains in the Financials, Consumer Discretionary and Utilities sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.80% at 25,244.05, and the Nifty 500 gained 0.79% to 23,295.80.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 1.01% at 3,455.97, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 1.44% to 3,960.07.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 1.23% higher at 24,474.67.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was down 0.13%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index declined 0.33%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 slid 0.06%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded lower by 0.01%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Commodities at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
Crude Oil WTI was trading higher by 1.27% at $65.19/bbl, and Brent was up 1.12% at $66.92/bbl.
Oil prices rose over 1% as U.S. demand remained firm, and a fragile ceasefire eased supply fears. Expectations of Fed rate cuts also supported the market&#8217;s demand outlook.
Natural gas fell 0.03% to $3.654.
Gold traded higher by 0.11% to $3,337.12, Silver slid 0.21% to $35.658, and Copper gained 0.24% to $4.8840.
Gold prices inched higher Wednesday as a weaker dollar offered support, offsetting pressure from easing geopolitical tensions after the Israel-Iran ceasefire. Other metals also rose slightly on a softer dollar.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Futures</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures fell 0.07%, the S&amp;P 500 declined 0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 0.06%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forex</h2>
At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index gained 0.12% to 98.10, USD/JPY was up 0.50% to 145.66, and USD/AUD slid 0.08% to 1.5398.
The dollar hovered near a four-year low against the euro as easing oil prices and a shaky Middle East truce reduced inflation fears, boosting rate-cut hopes and risk appetite.
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Asia Up, Europe Markets Slip, Dollar Under Pressure On Increased Risk Appetite - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Monday, June 23, U.S. markets closed higher as investors were relieved by Iran&#8217;s measured response to American airstrikes, easing fears of wider conflict.
The major indexes ended higher, while oil prices plunged sharply after traders bet that global crude supplies would remain stable. Analysts pointed to Iran&#8217;s limited military capabilities and lack of strong allies as reasons for the market&#8217;s calm reaction despite heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East.
In economic data, S&amp;P Global&#8217;s U.S. services PMI dipped to 53.1 in June from 53.7, slightly above expectations of 52.9. The manufacturing PMI remained unchanged at 52, indicating a steady expansion in factory activity.
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Consumer and real estate stocks led broad S&amp;P 500 gains Monday, while energy shares fell as oil prices dropped.
The Dow rose 0.89% to 42,581.78, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.96% to 6,025.17, and the Nasdaq gained 0.94% to 19,630.97.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Asia Markets Today</h2>
On Tuesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 closed 1.16% higher at 38,800.00, led by gains in the Real Estate, Banking, and Textile sectors.
Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 was up 0.95% at 8,555.50, led by gains in the Metals &amp; Mining, Materials, and Financials sectors.
India&#8217;s Nifty 50 was up 0.26% at 25,037.10, and the Nifty 500 gained 0.48% to 23,110.60.
China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite was up 1.15% at 3,420.57, and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 rose 1.20% to 3,904.03.
Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng closed the session 2.06% higher at 24,177.07.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eurozone at 05:45 AM ET</h2>
The European STOXX 50 index was up 1.77%.
Germany&#8217;s DAX index gained 2.15%.
France&#8217;s CAC 40 rose 1.45%.
U.K.&#8217;s FTSE 100 index traded higher by 0.38%.
European shares jumped as Trump announced an Iran-Israel ceasefire, boosting travel stocks. Energy lagged on falling oil; the STOXX 600 rose, led by airlines and leisure.
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At 05:45 AM ET, the Crude Oil WTI was trading lower by 3.20% at $66.29/bbl, and Brent was down 3.29% at $68.21/bbl.
Oil prices dropped to two-week lows after Israel accepted Trump&#8217;s ceasefire plan with Iran, easing fears of supply disruption and erasing the recent risk premium in crude markets.
Natural gas fell 1.52% to $3.752.
Gold traded lower by 1.85% to $3,332.90, Silver slid 0.50% to $36.005, and Copper gained 0.87% to $4.8920.
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At 05:45 AM ET, the Dow Jones futures rose 0.77%, the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.89%, and the Nasdaq 100 was up 1.17%.
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At 05:45 AM ET, the U.S. Dollar Index declined 0.41% to 97.99, USD/JPY was down 0.81% to 144.97, and USD/AUD slid 0.78% to 1.5361.
The U.S. dollar fell as ceasefire optimism between Iran and Israel boosted risk appetite. The Dollar Index dropped while the euro, sterling, and yen gained on improving sentiment.
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