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Global Markets Surge Following US-China Tariff Truce and India-Pakistan Ceasefire

A 90-day tariff pause between the US and China and the reopening of Indian markets after a ceasefire drive significant gains in global equities.

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Overview

  • The US and China agreed to a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, reducing rates from over 100% to 10% in a deal reached in Geneva over the weekend.
  • Indian stock markets reopened after a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, with Sensex and Nifty climbing over 2% in early trading.
  • US stock futures surged, with Dow E-minis up 1.99%, S&P 500 E-minis up 2.5%, and Nasdaq 100 E-minis up 3.31%, reflecting investor optimism.
  • Asian and European markets rallied, with indices like Japan's Nikkei and the Euro Stoxx 50 posting gains, buoyed by the trade truce and easing geopolitical tensions.
  • Indian investors now focus on upcoming inflation data, trade figures, and Q4 earnings, while volatility remains elevated as reflected by the India VIX.