Asia Markets Up, Europe Opens Higher, Crude Advances 2.6% - Global Markets Today While US Slept
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
Global markets showed mixed results with U.S. indices closing mixed, Asian markets rising, and European markets opening higher. Crude oil prices advanced by 2.6% due to geopolitical tensions. Key U.S. stocks like Microsoft and Nvidia saw declines due to earnings and growth concerns.
July 31, 2024 | 10:42 am
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Microsoft fell 0.89% before releasing its quarterly results and dropped about 5% post-market as Azure’s growth missed expectations.
Microsoft's stock declined due to disappointing Azure growth, which is a significant part of its business. This will likely impact investor sentiment negatively in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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Nvidia, a key AI growth beneficiary, fell 7%, dragging other chip stocks down.
Nvidia's significant drop is likely due to broader concerns in the chip sector, affecting investor confidence in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 100