Financial news summaries

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, driven by optimism over trade deals and potential interest rate cuts.

Indian equity markets declined as profit booking interrupted a four-day rally, with both Sensex and Nifty down.

European shares edged higher amid cautious investor sentiment due to ongoing trade deal uncertainties.

Japan's Nikkei index fell over 1%, ending a five-day winning streak amid concerns over U.S.-Japan trade talks.

The Dow Jones outperformed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, influenced by Fed Chair Powell's comments on interest rates.

Global dividend funds are seeing increased inflows as investors seek stability amid market jitters.

Tech stocks, particularly Tesla, experienced a decline, contributing to a slip in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq from their all-time highs.

Investors are showing renewed interest in previously overlooked stocks, raising questions about the sustainability of this trend.