Wall Street indexes reached record highs for a second day, fueled by optimism for a U.S.-China trade deal and anticipation of tech earnings and an expected Fed rate cut. Investors await confirmation of AI-driven growth from “Magnificent Seven” companies, while cooler inflation data solidifies expectations for a Wednesday rate reduction.
Japan’s Nikkei hits record high as chip-related shares jump
Japan’s Nikkei stock index reached a new record high today. Chip-related stocks drove the gains, overshadowing declines in financial and other sectors. This surge mirrors