S&P 500 on knife's edge: de-escalation or bear trap?

The US market is showing renewed signs of instability. Positive signals about a potential de-escalation in the trade conflict with China are fueling hope, but experts warn against excessive optimism. The "bear market trap" scenario remains relevant in the face of persistent volatility and ongoing uncertainty.

The S&P 500 index remains highly sensitive to news flow, especially regarding tariff policy and recession risks. Analysts see room for short-term downside, but progress in negotiations could trigger a reversal and a new move higher. Follow the link for details.

Trump's softer tone lifts global markets

The softening of US President Donald Trump's rhetoric on China provided a fresh boost to global markets. Asian markets in particular rallied, and the US dollar also gained on improved expectations.

On Wall Street, strong corporate earnings have provided support, but the fundamental threats to the economy remain in place. Trade barriers continue to weigh on growth prospects, and policy uncertainty stands out as the key risk for investors.

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