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European Stocks Fall as Bond Yields and Geopolitical Risks Weigh 
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Japan Private-Sector Growth Slows as Domestic Demand Weakens 
Mexico-US Trade Talks Delayed to October as Tariff Negotiations Continue 
Dollar Holds Near Two-Month High as Yen Approaches 160 
Australia Unemployment Hits Five-Year High Despite Strong Jobs Growth 
Gold Holds Near $4,275 as Rising Treasury Yields Fuel Fed Rate Hike Bets 
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U.S. stock markets closed sharply higher on Thursday, driven by solid corporate earnings, easing oil prices, and steady economic data that boosted investor confidence. The S&P 500 rose 1% to a record-breaking 7,210.24, marking its first close above the 7,200 level. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.6% to 49,651.95, and the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.9% to 24,892.31, reflecting strong momentum across major indices.
April proved to be a standout month for Wall Street, with the S&P 500 climbing 10.4% and the Nasdaq jumping 15.3%, making it their best monthly performance since 2020. The rally followed March losses triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Improved sentiment was supported by easing conflict concerns and optimism surrounding corporate earnings, particularly from leading technology companies.
Big Tech played a significant role in market gains, as companies continued investing heavily in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Alphabet shares surged after strong cloud revenue growth, while Amazon also hit record levels due to expansion in its cloud business. However, performance was mixed, with Microsoft shares declining slightly and Meta dropping after announcing increased capital expenditure plans. These developments highlight growing competition in the AI sector, with companies investing billions to secure long-term growth.
Oil prices showed volatility amid geopolitical developments but eventually declined, helping ease inflation concerns. At the same time, the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates between 3.50% and 3.75%, signaling caution amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Inflation data showed moderate increases, while U.S. GDP grew at an annual rate of 2% in the first quarter, indicating steady economic expansion.
Overall, the combination of strong earnings, resilient economic growth, and easing global tensions has reinforced bullish sentiment in the stock market. Investors remain focused on AI investments, inflation trends, and geopolitical developments, which are expected to shape market direction in the coming months.
