Amazon Tariff Drama Unfolds

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💰Amazon Tariff Drama Unfolds

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Markets climbed for a sixth straight session as easing tariff pressures, lower Treasury yields, and a full slate of earnings helped lift investor sentiment. Amazon found itself at the center of a political firestorm over tariff transparency, while consumer confidence and manufacturing data signaled uncertainty. With trade negotiations underway and crypto gaining regulatory momentum, investors are navigating a complex but opportunity-rich landscape.

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BIG IDEA 1💡
Tariffs, Tech Tensions, and a Market on the Move

Wall Street Pushes Higher

• Dow Gains 300 Points: Markets rose for a sixth straight session, helped by easing trade concerns.

• S&P 500 Climbs 0.6%: Broad-based buying returned as Treasury yields moved lower.

• NASDAQ Tracks Broad Gains: Tech participated in the rally as earnings anticipation outweighed tariff tensions.

• Auto Sector Gets a Break: Trump’s temporary relief on auto part tariffs signaled a more flexible stance.

Confidence Dips, Yields Drop

• Consumer Confidence Hits 86.0: The lowest level since May 2020, driven by economic uncertainty.

• Expectations Index Plunges: A 12.5-point drop in future outlook raised growth concerns.

• Bond Yields Slide: Weak data and cautious sentiment sent yields lower across the curve.

Amazon in the Crosshairs

• Shares Fall on Tariff Display Rumors: Reports that Amazon planned to break out tariff costs spooked investors.

• White House Responds: Press Secretary Leavitt called the idea “hostile” and politically motivated.

• Amazon Denies Main Site Involvement: The company clarified the plan only applied to its discount Amazon Haul store.

• Stock Ends Down 1%: After early losses, Amazon regained some ground following the clarification.

BIG IDEA 2💡
Global Weakness, Crypto Momentum, and Trade Repositioning

China and Japan Show Signs of Strain

• China Manufacturing PMI Falls to 49.0: A surprise return to contraction territory amid falling export demand.

• Japan Industrial Output Drops 1.1%: Sharp decline tied to new U.S. auto tariffs and supply chain disruptions.

• Markets Flat: Asian equities mostly held flat as traders awaited further economic data.

Crypto Pushes Ahead on Policy Buzz

• Bitcoin Nears $95K: Continued ETF inflows and hopes of crypto-friendly U.S. regulation under Trump gave BTC a lift.

• MicroStrategy Buys $1.4B More BTC: The firm now holds over 553,000 coins, solidifying its spot as the largest corporate holder.

• Mastercard Eyes Stablecoin Integration: A new partnership with OKX and Nuvei signals further mainstream adoption.

Some investors are looking beyond Bitcoin and exploring alternative digital assets.

Trade Talks Fuel Speculation

• Officials Hint at New Deals: Progress reported with India, Japan, South Korea, and the U.K.

• China Faces Pressure: U.S. officials warn current tariffs could cost millions of Chinese jobs.

• IMF Mood Cautious: Citi analysts flagged “extreme pessimism” toward U.S. growth at recent global meetings.

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