Global Markets Global markets were mixed, with gains in developed markets offset by weakness in Asia, as improving geopolitical sentiment contrasted with ongoing uncertainty in technology sectors. Equities: US, Australian, and European markets rose, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and broader sector strength. Asian markets declined, as technology weakness and cautious investor sentiment weighed on Hong Kong and Japan. Bonds: Bond yields declined globally (US, UK, Au

Global Markets Global markets weakened overall, impacted by rising US Treasury yields, strong economic data, and a global semiconductor sell‑off, while Asia showed mixed performance. Equities: US, European, and Australian markets declined, dragged down by higher yields and technology sector weakness. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan posting modest gains while Hong Kong declined due to cautious sentiment and tech weakness. Bonds: Global bond yields declined (US, UK, Austra

Global Markets Global markets were broadly positive, supported by strong corporate earnings, technology sector momentum, and easing geopolitical tensions, although performance was mixed across Asia. Equities: US, European, and Japanese markets advanced, driven by strong earnings, AI-related technology stocks, and improving sentiment surrounding Middle East diplomacy. Australian equities posted modest gains, supported by expectations of an interest rate pause and stronger glob

Global Markets Global markets were broadly positive, supported by strong earnings, technology sector momentum, and easing geopolitical risks, although regional differences persisted. Equities: US, European, and Japanese markets advanced, with the S&P 500 rising on strong corporate earnings and continued AI/technology momentum. Australia posted modest gains, supported by improving sentiment and expectations of a pause in interest rate hikes. Hong Kong declined, weighed down by

Global Markets Global markets adopted a cautiously positive tone, with gains in US equities offset by mixed performances elsewhere as investors balanced strong corporate earnings, rising energy prices, and geopolitical risks. Equities: US markets advanced, with the S&P 500 rising as strong earnings supported sentiment despite ongoing Middle East tensions. Australian equities declined, weighed down by inflation concerns, global uncertainty, and weaker offshore signals. Europea