Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and a crude oil shock, global markets face heightened uncertainty. Investors are advised to diversify 10-20% of their portfolio globally, favoring emerging markets and Japan, with a staggered approach to fresh investments due to currency fluctuations and macro shifts.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.