To The Moon

Overall Markets

Global markets were mixed on 10 September 2025, with Wall Street buoyed by optimism over AI-led corporate growth and easing inflation pressures, while Europe lagged on cautious investor sentiment. Asia followed Wall Street’s lead, posting mostly higher closes on renewed hopes of a US rate cut next week.

US: S&P 500 Hits Fresh High

The S&P 500 $S&P 500(.SPX)$  climbed 0.3% to another record close at 6,532.04, powered by Oracle’s $Oracle(ORCL)$  upbeat revenue forecast, which reignited AI enthusiasm. A surprise drop in wholesale inflation strengthened expectations of a Fed rate cut next week. The Dow $DJIA(.DJI)$  slipped 0.3%, weighed by cyclical sectors, while the Nasdaq $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$  finished flat after recent rallies.

Europe: Investors Stay Guarded

European equities saw a mixed session as traders weighed fresh inflation data, corporate earnings, and global trade developments. France’s CAC 40 added 0.1%, the UK’s FTSE 100 dipped 0.1%, and Germany’s DAX lost 0.3%, signaling cautious sentiment ahead of upcoming ECB policy signals.

Asia: Rate Cut Optimism Boosts Sentiment

Asian markets tracked Wall Street gains, as US monetary easing hopes fueled optimism. Japan’s Nikkei jumped 0.8% on tech strength, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng $HSI(HSI)$  advanced 1.0% on property and tech rebound, while China’s Shanghai Composite inched 0.1% higher amid continued policy support signals from Beijing.

Outlook and Insights

Investor focus now shifts to the Federal Reserve’s meeting next week, where a rate cut could further support risk assets. AI-driven earnings strength continues to be a key driver in US markets, while Europe remains cautious. In Asia, optimism is building, but sustained momentum will depend on both Fed action and China’s economic recovery.