Asian stock markets saw a slight dip as investors are cautious. Everyone is waiting for the United States Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision. Shares in Japan and South Korea decreased. Gold prices are holding steady. Attention is also on a Japanese government bond auction. Investors are keen to understand the future direction of interest rates.
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.