Global Stock Market

Dow Soars 426 Points as Investors Shift to Healthcare; Tesla Plunges Amid Trump-Musk Feud The U.S. stock market opened the third quarter with mixed performance, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 426 points, a 1% gain, driven by a rotation from technology to defensive sectors like healthcare. The S&P …

The US Senate passed President Donald Trump’s ambitious legislative package, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” marking a significant milestone in his administration’s economic agenda. The 940-page bill, which narrowly cleared procedural hurdles over the weekend, survived a contentious “vote-a-rama” session to secure approval. Combining sweeping tax cuts, spending …

1. Market Overview and Trade SentimentU.S. stock futures slipped on Tuesday, retreating from recent record highs as investors digested the latest headlines on trade and fiscal policy. At 06:00 ET (10:00 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down by 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures fell 0.2%, and Nasdaq 100 Futures dropped 0.2%. …

Canadian Market GainsOn June 30, 2025, Canada’s S&P/TSX composite index rose 164.79 points to 26,857.11, with all sectors advancing. The rally followed Canada’s repeal of a digital services tax, defusing tensions after U.S. President Trump paused trade talks. Prime Minister Mark Carney tied the decision to ongoing trade negotiations, sparking …

Overview of the Legislative ProposalIn June 2025, President Donald Trump’s proposed tax and spending bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” has emerged as a cornerstone of his second-term economic agenda. This ambitious legislation aims to permanently extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which reduced corporate tax …

As global markets head into a holiday-shortened trading week in the U.S., several key developments are set to shape investor sentiment. The focus will be on the ongoing debate in the Senate regarding President Donald Trump’s signature tax-and-spending bill, crucial job market data due on Thursday, and Tesla’s upcoming second-quarter …

U.S. stock markets hit record highs, fueled by a newly ratified U.S.-China trade deal, as confirmed by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The agreement, aimed at strengthening supply chains, eased investor fears. The S&P 500, as shown in the finance card above, rose 0.5% to 614.91, while the Nasdaq matched that …

The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed readiness to strike a trade deal with the Trump administration, but with caveats. Facing U.S. threats of 50% tariffs by July 9, the EU is open to concessions, particularly on autonomous vehicle regulations, to protect key sectors like autos and steel. …

The upcoming release of the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index data for May is expected to provide valuable insights into inflationary pressures and influence market expectations about the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy. According to forecasts, the core PCE Price Index—considered the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation—will increase by …

French President Emmanuel Macron declared that Europe would counter a proposed 10% US tariff with equivalent levies on American firms. This bold stance highlights mounting friction between European leaders and the US, as markets reacted with the EUR/USD falling 0.18% to 1.1682. Macron’s warning signals Europe’s readiness to protect its …