Today Fundamental Analysis: US Indices Rebound As Nvidia Reports Earnings Beat and Oil Prices Slide

On Wednesday, U.S. stocks rebounded after a three day decline, supported by falling oil prices and lower bond yields. Sentiment also improved after Donald Trump said U.S.-Iran negotiations were nearing completion.

Investors remain focused on persistent concerns about inflation and slowing demand, despite a strong earnings season. Markets are now watching key U.S. economic data including jobless claims, housing, and manufacturing reports.

Although Nvidia beat earnings and guidance expectations and raised its dividend, the market reaction was muted, with shares falling about 1% in after-hours trading as investors had already priced in strong results.

Asia-Pacific markets rose sharply on Thursday, following Wall Street gains and easing oil prices as investors grew optimistic about a possible end to Middle East tensions. Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumped 3.5% after stronger than expected trade data showed exports rising 14.8% in April, driven by strong semiconductor demand. Imports also exceeded expectations, while Japan’s trade deficit narrowed.

South Korea’s .KS11 climbed 7%, supported by gains in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Samsung rose over 6% after avoiding a major worker strike through successful wage negotiations, while SK Hynix gained 11%.

Minutes from the Federal Reserve April meeting revealed a more hawkish stance than markets expected, with many policymakers favoring the removal of the Fed’s easing bias altogether. Officials expressed growing concern that inflation could remain elevated due to rising oil prices, Middle East tensions, and ongoing tariff pressures. Most members indicated that additional rate hikes or a longer period of restrictive policy could be needed if inflation stays above the Fed’s 2% target.

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Ghassan Albohtori 

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Ghassan Albohtori is a financial market analyst with experience in macroeconomics, investing, and currency trading. He conducts in-depth market research covering fundamental and technical analysis of different instruments to find major changes in market trends. Mr. Ghassan's main focus is the effects of economic data on different asset classes and how this affects prices.

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