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Mixed economic recovery in France and rising unemployment in Germany raise concerns ahead of key U.S. market indicators and potential tariff impacts.
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(XLF) has seen a daily return of approximately 0.36%, bolstered by a U.S. federal court ruling that blocked former President Trump's proposed 'Liberation Day' tariffs, reducing uncertainty in international trade policies.
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A U.S. federal court ruling against President Trump's tariffs is anticipated to ease trade tensions and bolster market sentiment within technology sectors represented by the ETF.
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U.S. Court Blocks Trump's Tariffs, Boosting Global Markets Amid Mixed Economic Data and Rising Jobless Claims.
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Key contributors to XLY's performance included Tesla, Amazon, and General Motors, with Tesla recently integrating its Cybertruck into Jalisco's police fleet ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while GM announced an $888 million investment in its Tonawanda facility for V-8 engine production.
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Mixed economic recovery in France and rising unemployment in Germany raise concerns ahead of key U.S. market indicators and potential tariff impacts.
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(XLF) has seen a price increase of 0.7% since Friday. President Trump’s announcement to delay the implementation of 50% tariffs on European Union imports until July 9 has eased trade tensions, contributing to the rise in U.S. stock futures, including financial sectors represented by XLF.
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Additionally, key contributors to VGT's performance include Nvidia, which is launching a new, cheaper AI chip for the Chinese market amid U.S. export restrictions; Apple, expanding manufacturing in India and increasing trade-in values in China; and Microsoft.
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Among the ETF's holdings, significant contributors included Amazon, Tesla, Home Depot, Lowe's, and Nike, with Tesla experiencing strong growth in new insured registrations in China, despite a notable decline in sales in Europe
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U.S. Tariff Delay Boosts Equity Markets Amid Concerns Over Declining Durable Goods Orders and Global Bond Yields.
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(VGT) is currently down by 2.3%, reflecting a broader market trend as the S&P 500 Index has also declined significantly. The U.S. House of Representatives passed a substantial tax bill, projected to add approx to the national debt over the next decade, raising concerns about fiscal health.
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U.S. fiscal concerns and Trump's proposed $3.8 trillion tax bill spark market volatility amid mixed global economic data and rising Japanese bond yields.
