Trump Endorses Japan’s Sanae Takaichi Ahead of Crucial Election Amid Market and China Tensions 
South Korea Assures U.S. on Trade Deal Commitments Amid Tariff Concerns 
Oil Prices Slide on US-Iran Talks, Dollar Strength and Profit-Taking Pressure 
U.S.-India Trade Framework Signals Major Shift in Tariffs, Energy, and Supply Chains 
Thailand Inflation Remains Negative for 10th Straight Month in January 
Russian Stocks End Mixed as MOEX Index Closes Flat Amid Commodity Strength 
Gold and Silver Prices Slide as Dollar Strength and Easing Tensions Weigh on Metals 
Trump Signs Executive Order Threatening 25% Tariffs on Countries Trading With Iran 
Dow Hits 50,000 as U.S. Stocks Stage Strong Rebound Amid AI Volatility 
RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% as India’s Growth Outlook Strengthens After U.S. Trade Deal 
China Extends Gold Buying Streak as Reserves Surge Despite Volatile Prices 
U.S. Stock Futures Slide as Tech Rout Deepens on Amazon Capex Shock 
Vietnam’s Trade Surplus With US Jumps as Exports Surge and China Imports Hit Record 
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Warns Inflation Risks Remain as Rates Stay Steady 
Gold Prices Slide Below $5,000 as Strong Dollar and Central Bank Outlook Weigh on Metals 
Dollar Near Two-Week High as Stock Rout, AI Concerns and Global Events Drive Market Volatility 
Overview of US Stock Futures
US stock futures were largely flat on Wednesday as investors prepared for a wave of quarterly earnings reports, including Tesla. As of 03:31 ET (07:31 GMT), the Dow futures were down 115 points (0.3%), while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures showed little movement.
Tesla Earnings Report Anticipated
Tesla's upcoming earnings report is anticipated to make waves in the market. The company's shares have struggled this month, especially after the recent unveiling of its robotaxi, which left investors wanting more details. Year-to-date, Tesla shares have declined by approximately 12%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500’s 23.4% increase.
Texas Instruments Surprises Investors
Texas Instruments reported a third-quarter profit exceeding expectations, with earnings per share at $1.47 on revenues of $4.15 billion. This positive outcome drove a rise in its share price during after-hours trading, highlighting growth in its automotive product segment, particularly in the electric vehicle market.
Starbucks Faces Challenges
Starbucks shares fell in after-hours trading after the company suspended its financial guidance for the upcoming fiscal year. Preliminary results indicated declines in same-store sales and net revenue, attributed to lower demand for premium items. New CEO Brian Niccol emphasized the need for a strategic overhaul to regain growth.
Conclusion
Amidst these developments, oil prices are also feeling the pressure, with Brent crude dropping 0.6% to $75.62 per barrel. Increased US crude inventories were reported, raising concerns about fuel demand, while Middle East tensions continue to exert influence on market conditions.
