Global Stocks Surge Amidst Earnings Season and Tariff Uncertainty

Global stock markets rallied for a fifth consecutive session, setting intraday records, driven by robust U.S. earnings and escalating tariff threats from President Trump. Investors are focused on earnings from major corporations, although some stocks fell due to weak forecasts and government proposals impacting healthcare. Precious metals also gained amid geopolitical tensions.

Global stock markets continued their upward trajectory for the fifth consecutive session, achieving intraday records amid a bustling U.S. earnings season. President Donald Trump's latest tariff threats further propelled gold and silver prices upward, providing a safe haven amidst geopolitical uncertainties.

On Wall Street, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq experienced gains as investors analyzed significant earnings, including those from Boeing and the United Parcel Service. While the Dow Industrials saw declines due to performance issues in Boeing and UnitedHealth, overall market sentiment remained optimistic with high expectations for upcoming earnings reports from giants like Microsoft and Apple.

Tensions with South Korea and fluctuating currency values add layers of complexity to the global economic environment. The dollar index saw fluctuations, while precious metals like gold and silver rallied significantly. As markets await the Federal Reserve's policy statements, uncertainty looms over potential changes in leadership, impacting investor strategies.

(With inputs from agencies.)