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Monday, June 01

Noteworthy macro moves today: Copper +2.8%. Bitcoin -2.2%. US 2Y Treasury Bond Index -0.1%. Noteworthy US mega-cap moves today: Microsoft Corp (MSFT) +4.0%. NVIDIA Corp (NVDA) +2.2%. Broadcom Inc (AVGO) +2.0%.

Global equity markets are trading mixed following the release of various economic data and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The S&P Global Eurozone Manufacturing PMI fell to 51.6 in May from April's near four-year high of 52.2 but was slightly above expectations; this indicates that while the sector is still expanding, growth is faltering under rising costs and supply chain disruptions.

In the U.S., the ISM Manufacturing PMI for May is set to be released later this morning with expectations of a reading at 53.0. Market sentiment remains cautious as analysts weigh recent mixed global manufacturing data against potential impacts from geopolitical developments and inflationary pressures stemming from rising energy prices due to conflicts in the Middle East.

Additionally, Germany's retail sales declined by -0.3% year-on-year in April but outperformed market expectations of a larger drop; however, this marks the fourth consecutive month of contraction amid ongoing consumer caution influenced by external factors such as inflation and geopolitical uncertainties affecting overall economic stability.

iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (EWY) [+3.8%]
The South Korean stock market reached a new record high today, with the KOSPI index closing above 8,475 points, driven by gains in financial and technology shares amid optimism regarding easing oil prices and potential progress in U.S.-Iran relations. This backdrop is contributing positively to the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF, which is trading higher in pre-market hours. The ETF has seen notable contributions from its holdings, particularly SKM, which returned 11.69%. Earlier in the session, the ETF peaked with a cumulative return of 4.18% before slightly retracing. The S&P 500 Index also moved up, reflecting a historical correlation with the iShares MSCI South Korea ETF, further indicating that macroeconomic sentiment is influencing both assets similarly.

iShares TIPS Bond ETF (TIP) [-0.8%]
The iShares TIPS Bond ETF is experiencing a decline in pre-market trading, reflecting broader market sentiment affecting fixed-income assets. The ETF has dropped from a session high earlier in the session, aligning with a 0.57% decrease in the correlated iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF, which may indicate increased pressure on fixed-income investments. Overall, the iShares TIPS Bond ETF has fallen since Friday's close, contributing to a notable pre-market weakness as it trades near the lower end of its one-month range.

SFTBY |+15.9% | +6.4B
SoftBank Group Corp | Wireless Telecommunication Services
SoftBank Group Corp announced plans to invest up to $88 billion in an AI data hub in France, focusing on developing 5 gigawatts of AI data center capacity. This includes an initial €45 billion investment for 3.1 gigawatts, revealed during the 2026 Choose France summit. The announcement has generated heightened global investor interest in AI and technology, contributing to SoftBank surpassing Toyota as Japan's largest company by market value. Following this significant investment announcement, shares are trading sharply higher in pre-market hours.

QCOM | -8.7% | -22.4B
Qualcomm Inc | Semiconductors
Qualcomm Inc's stock is facing significant downward pressure following Nvidia's launch of its new PC chip, the N1X, at the Computex conference. This event overshadowed Qualcomm's introduction of its Dragonfly AI data-center brand, which aimed to enhance its position in the AI infrastructure market. The strong media focus on Nvidia's advancements has led to negative sentiment surrounding Qualcomm, raising concerns about competitive pressures in the AI and PC chip sectors. Shares are down notably in pre-market trading, reflecting this shift in investor attention. Additionally, despite reports of Qualcomm securing an AI chip deal with ByteDance, the overall market reaction remains unfavorable, contributing to a decline in the stock's value.

ARM |+11.0% | +45.3B
Arm Holdings PLC | Semiconductors
Analyst upgrades are driving interest in Arm Holdings PLC. Wells Fargo raised its price target to $410 from $255, maintaining an Overweight rating. Mizuho increased its target to $425 from $360, affirming an Outperform rating. Barclays also raised its target to $360 from $250 while keeping an Overweight rating. These revisions coincide with increased option activity, reflecting heightened investor interest. Additionally, discussions on social media highlight a significant spike in Arm's price following Nvidia's announcement of its RTX Spark, which is seen as beneficial for Arm due to the integration of its technology. Reports indicate a notable increase in pre-market trading, attributed to the positive sentiment surrounding Nvidia's advancements and the analyst optimism regarding Arm's future performance.

INTC | -5.4% | -24.7B
Intel Corp | Semiconductors
Intel Corp's stock is sharply lower in pre-market trading, reflecting competitive pressure from Nvidia's recent launch of its RTX Spark chip, designed for AI capabilities in personal computers. This development has contributed to a decline of approximately 6.2% for Intel, following a broader trend where shares have faced significant losses alongside peers in the semiconductor sector. Despite plans to introduce its own AI data center chip by year-end, analysts from Mizuho and Barclays have maintained a Neutral or Equal Weight rating on Intel, with price targets raised to $128 and $100, respectively. The mixed market sentiment includes skepticism regarding Intel's competitive position relative to Nvidia and AMD, particularly as discussions emerge around Intel's Crescent Island GPU, aimed at disrupting the AI chip market.

MGM |+10.2% | +1.5B
MGM Resorts International | Casinos & Gaming
Reports indicate that Barry Diller's People Inc. is preparing a cash offer of $48.30 per share for MGM Resorts International, targeting the 73.9% of the company it does not already own. This potential acquisition values MGM at over $18 billion and has led to significant upward movement in the stock price amid takeover discussions. The news has captured investor attention, contributing to a sharp increase in shares during pre-market hours. The strong market reaction follows a recent trend of positive sentiment surrounding MGM, including improving performance on the Las Vegas Strip and growth in its digital and China segments.

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