Asia Market Mixed While Europe Climbs; Crude Oil Dips Below $75, Gold Above $2,070 - Global Markets Today While US Was Sleeping
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
U.S. stock markets closed higher on February 1st, driven by major earnings reports anticipation and positive employment data. Meta Platforms (META) announced its first dividend, leading to a stock rise, while Amazon (AMZN) shares increased after earnings. Apple (AAPL) shares fell due to underperforming China sales. Asian markets were mixed, with Australia hitting a record high. European markets climbed, and commodities saw mixed movements with crude oil dipping below $75 and gold trading above $2,070.
February 02, 2024 | 12:16 pm
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Amazon.com shares increased after reporting earnings that surpassed expectations.
Amazon's earnings beat is a positive signal to investors, likely leading to increased buying activity and a short-term positive impact on AMZN shares.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
Meta Platforms announced its first dividend and reported higher-than-expected revenue, leading to a stock rise in after-hours trading.
The announcement of Meta Platforms' first dividend and higher-than-expected revenue are significant positive developments, likely to boost investor confidence and demand for META shares in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 90
NEGATIVE IMPACT
Apple Inc shares fell due to China sales not meeting targets despite beating profit and revenue estimates.
Apple's underperformance in China sales, despite overall earnings beat, is a concern for investors, likely leading to a short-term negative impact on AAPL shares.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 85