S&P 500 Inches Up, Dow Jones Dips: US-China Trade Talks in Focus

S&P 500 Edges Up Amidst US-China Trade Talks; Dow Jones Falls Slightly Kuala Lumpur, MY – June 10, 2025 - Global markets experienced mixed results yesterday, with the S&P 500 index in the United States registering a modest increase of 0.092%. This slight uptick was largely attributed to strong performances by technology giants Amazon and Alphabet, whose shares experienced significant gains. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average showed a contrasting trend, falling by 0.0026%. "Investors are closely watching the trade negotiations between the US and China," reported a news anchor from Astro AWANI. These talks, aimed at easing global market tensions, are considered a key factor influencing current market volatility. The negotiations follow a preliminary trade agreement reached last month that had briefly calmed tensions between the world's two largest economies. Despite the positive movement in the S&P 500, analysts remain cautious, pointing to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the US-China trade relationship. The report also noted that the Nasdaq composite gained 0.31%, ending at 19,591.24 points. Further economic data releases this week, including consumer price indices and jobless claims, will likely provide additional insights into market trends. The overall market sentiment seems to be one of cautious optimism, with investors hopeful that the US-China talks will lead to a more stable global economic environment.