08-08-2025

Global Markets React to US Tariffs and Earnings

Date: 08-08-2025
Sources: cnbc.com: 6
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Summary

The week saw significant movements in global stock markets, driven by US President Donald Trump's tariff announcements and corporate earnings reports. Apple's stock surged 13% after a White House visit, while Asia-Pacific markets were mixed, and US markets rose on the last day of the week.

Key Points

  • Apple's stock rose 13% following CEO Tim Cook's White House visit and a $100 billion investment announcement
  • Asia-Pacific markets were mixed, with Japan's Nikkei 225 rising over 2% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index falling
  • US stock markets rose on Friday, with the Nasdaq Composite hitting a new all-time high driven by tech stocks
  • US tariffs imposed by Trump's administration had a mixed reaction from markets
  • Earnings reports from companies like SoftBank Group, Toyota Motor, and Under Armour impacted their stock prices

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Apple has best week since July 2020 after Tim Cook's White House visit

Apple's stock rose 13% this week, its largest weekly gain in over five years, following CEO Tim Cook's appearance with President Donald Trump at the White House, where Apple announced a $100 billion investment in American companies and parts over the next four years.
Entities: Apple, Tim Cook, Donald Trump, White House, United StatesTone: positiveSentiment: positiveIntent: inform

Asia stock markets today: live updatesStock Chart IconStock Chart IconStock Chart IconStock Chart IconStock Chart Icon

Asia-Pacific stock markets were mostly lower on Friday, following mixed performance on Wall Street. Japan's Nikkei 225 rose over 2% due to strong quarterly earnings from SoftBank Group and other companies, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index and mainland China's CSI 300 index fell. Indian stocks also declined in early trade, reacting to U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of 50% duties on India. Ethereum cryptocurrency hit a 7-month high, and Toyota Motor's shares ended the day 3.47% higher after its earnings announcement.
Entities: Asia-Pacific, Wall Street, Japan, Nikkei 225, SoftBank GroupTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

CNBC Daily Open: Of markets, tariffs and TACO

The article discusses the recent imposition of U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries and the mixed reaction of the markets. It also highlights other news, including SoftBank Group's record high shares, OpenAI's launch of GPT-5, and the impact of China trade talks on air freight.
Entities: U.S., Donald Trump, China, SoftBank Group, OpenAITone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

CNBC Daily Open: Tariffs have come — but 'TACO trade' seems to be still on

The article discusses the recent imposition of U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries by President Donald Trump's administration, and the mixed reaction of the markets. It also covers other news, including the nomination of a new Fed governor, Stephen Miran, and the impact of trade talks with China on air freight. Additionally, it mentions Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan coming under fire from Trump and the launch of OpenAI's new GPT-5 model.
Entities: Donald Trump, U.S., China, Intel, Stephen MiranTone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

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The US stock market rose on Friday, August 8, 2025, with the Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all closing higher. The Nasdaq hit a new all-time high, driven by a surge in tech stocks, particularly Apple, which rose 4.2% after Trump's tariff announcement. The major averages posted a winning week, with the Nasdaq up 3.9%, S&P 500 up 2.4%, and Dow Jones up 1.4%. Analysts from Piper Sandler and Goldman Sachs upgraded their ratings for Monster Beverage and Peloton, respectively, citing positive earnings and growth prospects.
Entities: Apple, Donald Trump, Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial AverageTone: neutralSentiment: positiveIntent: inform

Stock market today: Live updatesStock Chart Icon

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced its second loss in three days. The move comes as President Donald Trump's 'reciprocal' tariffs took effect, with some countries facing steep duties. Investors are watching Trump's trade policies and their impact on companies and consumers. The major averages are on pace for weekly gains, with the S&P 500 up 1.6% and the Nasdaq poised for a 2.9% climb. Earnings from Under Armour, AMC Networks, and Wendy's are expected on Friday.
Entities: Donald Trump, Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, New York Stock ExchangeTone: analyticalSentiment: neutralIntent: inform