US stock markets fell Wednesday after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged but signaled a possible hike by year-end. The Fed cited economic expansion despite Middle East conflict uncertainty and elevated inflation, with nine members projecting at least one rate increase.
US stocks traded near record levels Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average hitting an intraday all-time high. Falling oil prices and optimism over a US-Iran peace deal boosted investor sentiment, while SpaceX shares rallied significantly.
US stocks surged Monday on hopes that a tentative deal to end the US-Iran conflict will stabilize energy supply chains. The S&P 500 neared an all-time high, the Nasdaq jumped 3.1%, and the Dow closed at a record. Brent crude fell nearly 5%.
US stocks surged Monday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting near all-time highs, driven by hopes that a tentative US-Iran deal will stabilize energy supply chains disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz conflict. Brent crude futures fell nearly 5%.
Major crypto exchanges like Binance, Kraken, Bybit, and Gemini are integrating direct trading of US stocks and ETFs into their platforms. This move challenges Wall Street's century-old dominance in retail brokerage, offering 24/7 trading, stablecoin settlement, and a unified app experience for both crypto and equities.
US stocks rose Thursday, led by tech and AI shares, as investors assessed valuations amid geopolitical tensions and inflation worries. The S&P 500 gained 0.5%, Dow Jones 0.7%, and Nasdaq 0.7%. Oil prices remained volatile due to the Iran conflict.
US stocks saw a mixed performance with AI-related stocks leading gains, while oil prices fluctuated due to geopolitical tensions. The European Central Bank raised interest rates to combat inflation, and markets await the Federal Reserve's decision.
US stocks declined Wednesday, with the tech sector leading the fall. Traders are assessing potential losses, with options markets pricing in a 21% chance of the S&P 500 hitting a bear market level and a 32% chance for the Nasdaq 100.
US stocks declined on May 10th as military tensions between the US and Iran escalated, leading to a decrease in risk appetite. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed lower.
Pyth Network has launched new pricing indexes for US stocks and commodities to support 24/7 trading on crypto exchanges. Major platforms like Coinbase and Kraken are already using these indexes for perpetual futures and tokenized assets, addressing the need for continuous pricing outside traditional market hours.
The US added 172,000 jobs in May with an unchanged unemployment rate of 4.3%, indicating a resilient labor market. Despite this, US stocks fell sharply due to a sell-off in AI chip stocks, with the Nasdaq down 4%.
US stocks recovered from early losses, with the Dow Jones Index closing up 1.7%. Hopes for an end to the Iran conflict and falling oil prices boosted the market, though tech stocks faced headwinds from Broadcom's outlook.
China's securities regulator is tightening scrutiny on offshore brokerages, restricting retail investors' access to US stocks. This move aims to redirect domestic capital and companies towards Hong Kong, seen as a more controllable financial hub.
US-Iran peace talks have stalled, leading to a rise in international oil prices. Meanwhile, US stock markets closed higher, driven by optimism in AI-related tech stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all saw gains, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index experiencing a significant surge.
Crude oil prices surged Monday as Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz amid suspended talks with the US. WTI crude rose 7.69% to $94.08, Brent crude 6.43% to $97.07. US stocks were mixed, with SAIC jumping 12.3% on strong earnings.
Asian stocks, led by South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's benchmark, surged due to AI-driven demand for tech and chipmakers, while oil prices fell amid hopes for improved flow despite ongoing Iran conflict, influencing US markets and global commodity prices.
US stock markets saw gains, with the S&P 500 extending its winning streak to eight weeks, driven by progress in Iran talks and strong corporate earnings. Tech stocks were particularly active, with Lenovo reporting better-than-expected revenue.
Bitcoin (BTC) dipped below $77,000 on Friday, diverging from US stock markets like the Dow Jones, which reached new record highs. Weak US demand on platforms like Coinbase contrasts with stronger buying activity on Binance, suggesting potential accumulation opportunities for whales.
US stocks closed more than one percent higher on Wednesday, snapping a three-day losing streak. Investors focused on Nvidia's quarterly results, which showed a significant revenue increase, though the company's outlook slightly disappointed.
US stocks edged lower Tuesday, moving away from recent record highs. Global markets showed mixed performance, with oil prices volatile due to the Iran conflict. Investors await Nvidia's earnings report, which could influence tech stocks.
US stocks saw a slight decline on Tuesday, moving away from recent record highs. Global markets showed mixed performance, with oil prices volatile and concerns rising over the Iran conflict's impact on inflation and economic growth. Investors await Nvidia's quarterly results.
Bitcoin (BTC) rebounded to $80,000 as US stocks (S&P 500, Dow Jones) ignored high inflation data, reaching new all-time highs. Risk appetite is described as "skyrocketing" with record leveraged ETF AUM. Analysts predict BTC could head to $85,000 next if key support levels hold.
Wall Street stocks surged on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq nearing record highs, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US jobs data. Despite ongoing Middle East tensions and oil price concerns, positive corporate earnings from companies like Monster Beverage and Akamai Technologies also fueled the rally, indicating economic resilience.
Bitcoin is trading above $82,000 on May 6, while oil, Treasury yields, the dollar, and US stocks shift around the same volatile geopolitical and macro backdrop that has left investors exhausted after the last few months. The move reopens the inflation-hedge debate while leaving it unresolved. It also puts pressure on the claim that BTC […] The post Can Bitcoin break a new 2026 high this week – or will geopolitics cause weekend reset again? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
