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27.06.2025 12:24 PM
Nike lifts Adidas, Puma, JD Sports: The report that changed the day

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Wall Street rallies as investors bet on Fed rate cuts

U.S. stock markets closed Thursday on a strong note, with both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq edging closer to their all-time closing highs. A continued lull in tensions between Israel and Iran, along with fresh economic indicators, has raised hopes that the Federal Reserve might ease borrowing costs later this year.

Broad-based gains across major indexes

The day saw widespread gains across the three major U.S. stock indexes, placing them firmly on track for a positive weekly performance. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were especially buoyant, coming within striking distance of their previous record closes as the trading session drew to an end.

Banks lead the way

Financial stocks were among the top performers, after the Federal Reserve proposed relaxing leverage requirements for large banks. The move would allow these institutions to hold less capital against lower-risk assets, freeing up additional resources. The S&P 500 bank index climbed by 1.6 percent in response.

Fed remains cautious amid uncertainty

Thomas Barkin, President of the Richmond Federal Reserve, emphasized the need to maintain flexibility given the prevailing economic uncertainties. However, he also noted that tariffs are unlikely to drive inflation as significantly as some fear.

Markets eye September for first rate cut

According to CME's FedWatch tool, markets are currently pricing in a roughly 21 percent chance of a rate cut in July. More notably, there's now over a 75 percent likelihood that the Fed will implement its first rate reduction of the year in September.

Markets gain ground amid positive sentiment and easing trade tensions

U.S. stocks closed with strong gains on Thursday, as investors responded to favorable earnings expectations and a rally in commodity prices. Technology, communication services, and raw materials led the charge, while real estate lagged behind.

Key U.S. Index Moves:

  • Dow Jones Industrial Average added 404.41 points, a gain of 0.94 percent, closing at 43,386.84;
  • S&P 500 rose by 48.86 points or 0.80 percent, ending the session at 6,141.02;
  • Nasdaq Composite increased by 194.36 points, up 0.97 percent, finishing at 20,167.91.

Communication stocks shine, real estate underperforms

Out of the eleven main sectors in the S&P 500, communication services posted the highest percentage gain. Conversely, real estate stocks saw the weakest performance, struggling to keep pace with the broader market.

Micron surprises with forecast, but stock slips

Chipmaker Micron delivered a stronger-than-expected revenue outlook for the upcoming quarter. However, this bullish forecast failed to lift its shares, which fell by 1 percent by the close of trading.

Copper rally boosts miners

Copper prices surged to a three-month high, igniting a rally in mining stocks. Freeport-McMoRan rose 6.8 percent, while Southern Copper gained 7.8 percent — a sign of renewed appetite for commodity-driven investments.

European stocks rise on hopes of trade thaw

European markets started Friday's session on an upbeat note, led by automakers benefiting from signs of easing trade friction between the United States and China. The STOXX 600 index gained 0.9 percent to reach 542.27 by 08:25 GMT, setting the stage for what could be its first weekly advance in three weeks. Other major regional indexes were also trading higher.

US and China strike deal to boost rare earth supplies

Washington and Beijing have reached a new agreement aimed at accelerating the delivery of rare earth materials to the United States. The move is seen as a strategic effort to secure critical resources and reinforce supply chain resilience.

Investors shift focus from geopolitics to trade talks

As tensions in the Middle East begin to subside, investors are turning their attention to signs of progress in trade negotiations. With a deadline looming in early July that could trigger new US tariffs, markets are on alert for any signals of compromise or diplomatic breakthrough.

EU keeps options open as trade talks unfold

During a summit in Brussels on Thursday, European Union leaders reviewed Washington's latest trade proposals. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that a breakdown in discussions remains possible, stating that all options remain under consideration.

Automakers and media stocks drive European rally

European carmakers led sector gains with a 1.8 percent rise, followed closely by media companies, which advanced 1.6 percent. The rally reflects renewed investor confidence in consumer-oriented industries.

Sporting goods stocks surge on Nike's strong forecast

Shares of JD Sports in the UK jumped 7.6 percent, while Germany's Puma and Adidas gained 4.1 and 3.9 percent respectively. The surge came after US-based Nike released a quarterly revenue outlook that exceeded market expectations, boosting sentiment across the sector.

Spanish defense firm gains favor with analysts

Indra, a Spanish defense technology group, rose 4.8 percent after Morgan Stanley upgraded its rating from equal weight to overweight, signaling growing confidence in the company's near-term performance.

Knorr Bremse falls after downgrade

Shares in German truck parts manufacturer Knorr Bremse fell 4.7 percent following downgrades from both JP Morgan and Citi. The investment banks revised their recommendations downward, citing weaker outlooks for the sector.

Thomas Frank,
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