U.S. markets are set to close the week lower as investors react to Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments, which dampened expectations for a December rate cut. Despite a post-election rally, concerns over inflation and interest rates have overshadowed market enthusiasm, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all declining. Meanwhile, Japan's economy showed signs of recovery with a 0.3% GDP increase, while China's retail sales rose 4.8% in October, despite ongoing real estate challenges.
Asia-Pacific markets are set to rebound following comments from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who indicated a cautious approach to lowering interest rates amid strong economic growth. Investors in the region are focused on upcoming economic data from Japan and China, including Japan's GDP and China's retail sales and industrial output figures. Meanwhile, U.S. markets experienced declines, with the Dow Jones falling 0.47% and Tesla shares dropping 5.8%, reflecting a cooling of the so-called "Trump trades."
Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed results following Donald Trump's election victory, with Taiwan's economy minister indicating support for companies relocating production from China due to anticipated tariffs. The Philippines' GDP growth slowed to 5.2% in Q3, while China's exports surged 12.7% in October, despite a decline in imports. Electric vehicle stocks faced pressure, particularly after Trump's win, with analysts noting potential benefits for traditional automakers like Ford and GM under a less stringent regulatory environment.
Stock futures dipped as investors prepared for the U.S. presidential election, with Dow futures down 0.2% and S&P 500 futures slightly lower. The election's outcome could significantly impact market direction, particularly regarding congressional control, while traders anticipate a 96% chance of a Federal Reserve rate cut. Earnings season continues, with about 70% of reported results exceeding estimates.
U.S. markets showed mixed results, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rising due to a 21.9% surge in Tesla shares after positive earnings and growth projections, while the Dow fell, impacted by Boeing and IBM. Asia-Pacific stocks mostly rose, though Japan's Nikkei slipped as inflation hit a six-month low. Major airlines are cutting flights to China amid rising costs and lower demand, while analysts predict a decline in Chinese steel exports due to new tariffs starting in 2025.
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