Markets in Turmoil: Inflation, Rates, and Geopolitics Take Center Stage
Last week, investors regained confidence thanks to U.S. inflation coming in lower than expected (3.0% year-over-year), reigniting hopes for a Fed rate cut as early as next week. Wall Street surged, with the $SPX500 hitting a new record at 6,807 points, while European markets held near their all-time highs. Meanwhile, the yen remains under pressure as the Bank of Japan maintains caution despite Japanese inflation rising to 2.9%.
On the corporate front, results were mixed: $CACI (CACI International Inc) and $APH (Amphenol Corporation) delivered strong performances, while $NEM (Newmont Mining Corp) disappointed despite gold-driven profits, due to declining production. Our portfolio (+0.40%) underperformed the S&P (+1.92%), but the upcoming earnings season could change the game.
This week is set to be pivotal: Fed rate cuts, the Trump-China meeting, and the BoJ’s decision will be closely watched. With monetary easing and geopolitical tensions in the balance, markets remain on edge, ready to react to the slightest shift. Stay tuned!
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