Bank of Japan Poised for Historic Rate Hike as Inflation Pressures Persist 
Gold and Silver Prices Dip as Markets Await Key U.S. Economic Data 
Asian Stocks Slide as AI Valuation Fears and BOJ Uncertainty Weigh on Markets 
Gold Prices Slip Slightly in Asia as Silver Nears Record Highs on Dovish Fed Outlook 
Australian Consumer Sentiment Slumps in Early December as Inflation Fears Resurface 
South Korea Extends Bond Market Stabilization Measures Amid Rising Financial Risks 
Oil Prices Slip in Asia as 2026 Supply Glut Fears and Russia-Ukraine Talks Weigh on Markets 
Bank of Korea Downplays Liquidity’s Role in Weak Won and Housing Price Surge 
Fed Near Neutral Signals Caution Ahead, Shifting Focus to Fixed Income in 2026 
Dollar Struggles as Markets Eye Key Central Bank Decisions and Global Rate Outlooks 
China’s Small Bank Consolidation Struggles as Profits Fall and Risks Persist 
New Zealand Budget Outlook Shows Prolonged Deficits Despite Economic Recovery Hopes 
S&P 500 Slides as AI Chip Stocks Tumble, Cooling Tech Rally 
U.S. Stock Futures Mixed as Tech and AI Stocks Face Pressure Ahead of CPI Data 
Asian Technology and Chipmaking Stocks Slide as AI Spending Concerns Shake Markets 
Ireland Limits Planned Trade Ban on Israeli Settlements to Goods Only 
U.S. stock index futures climbed on Monday evening after President Donald Trump postponed his proposed 50% tariffs on the European Union until July 9, easing market tensions. The move followed a constructive call with EU President Ursula von der Leyen and promises of renewed trade negotiations. While trading volumes remained low due to the Memorial Day holiday, investor sentiment improved after Friday’s selloff.
S&P 500 Futures rose 1.1% to 5,879.25, Nasdaq 100 Futures gained 1.3% to 21,236.50, and Dow Jones Futures advanced nearly 1% to 42,069.0 by 19:11 ET (23:11 GMT). The relief rally came after sharp declines last week, with the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Dow Jones losing 0.7%, 1%, and 0.6%, respectively.
Despite the positive news, markets remain cautious. Trump also threatened to impose tariffs on Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) and other smartphone imports, pushing Apple shares down 3% on Friday. His push for domestic manufacturing and “reciprocal” tariffs continues to inject uncertainty into global trade dynamics.
Meanwhile, investor focus shifts to Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA), set to release its Q1 earnings after the bell on Wednesday. Nvidia, seen as a leading indicator for AI industry trends, is expected to post strong results, fueled by continued spending from major AI hyperscalers. The earnings will be closely watched for insights into the AI chip market’s momentum and Nvidia’s strategy amid tightening U.S. export controls affecting its China operations.
Nvidia’s report could provide direction for the broader tech sector, already heavily influenced by AI-related optimism. Traders are eyeing whether the chip giant can maintain its growth trajectory amid rising geopolitical and regulatory challenges.
