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02/06/2025

🌐 Geopolitical Tensions Intensify: What It Means for Global Markets 📉📈

As the U.S. and China exchange accusations over tariffs, critical minerals, and trade violations, global markets are bracing for potential ripple effects.

Despite a 90-day truce agreement, both countries are escalating their rhetoric. President Trump accuses China of breaching the deal by withholding access to essential industrial materials, while China claims the U.S. is undermining negotiations with new semiconductor export controls and visa restrictions.

📊 The outcome of this standoff—if and when Presidents Trump and Xi speak—could have far-reaching consequences on the supply chain, global trade stability, and investment flows.

At Cosme Futures, we closely monitor these developments to make informed portfolio decisions and manage risk for our clients.

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05/05/2025

This Monday, May 5, 2025, markets opened the week with cautious gains as investors digested new trade measures, falling oil prices, and continued geopolitical tensions.

📉 Market Movements:

- New Tariffs Hit Media Stocks

President Trump announced a 100% tariff on foreign-made films, triggering sharp declines in entertainment giants:

- Netflix (NFLX): –6%
- Disney (DIS): –3%

This unexpected move raised concerns across the broader consumer discretionary sector.

- Oil Drops 2%

Crude prices fell after OPEC+ announced plans to ramp up production**, easing supply fears but reflecting ongoing demand uncertainty.

- Indexes Hold Gains

Despite the volatility, U.S. equities managed modest gains:

- S&P 500: +0.3%
- Dow Jones: +0.4%
- Nasdaq: +0.2%

🌐 Geopolitical Developments:

- Taiwan Strait Tensions Continue

China extended its live-fire military exercises near Taiwan for a fifth consecutive day, keeping pressure on global markets and defense sectors.

🧭 Looking Ahead:

- Federal Reserve Watch

Fed Chair Jerome Powell reinforced the central bank's cautious stance. With inflation and trade friction rising, the Fed is maintaining flexibility before adjusting rates.

- Upcoming Data Releases

This week brings reports on U.S. services sector activity, consumer credit, and trade balance, all of which could influence short-term market direction.

Sources:
1 - https://www.investopedia.com/5-things-to-know-before-the-stock-market-opens-may-5-2025-11728003
2 - https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/global-markets-view-usa-2025-05-05/

02/05/2025

This Friday, May 2, 2025, markets rebounded after a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report helped ease fears following Wednesday’s economic contraction and geopolitical volatility.

📈 Market Movements:

- U.S. Jobs Report: The economy added 177,000 jobs in April, beating expectations of 133,000. Unemployment held steady at 4.2%, with gains led by healthcare and logistics.

→ Markets reacted with relief:
- S&P 500: +0.8%
- Dow Jones: +0.8%
- Nasdaq: +0.8%

- Tech & Financials Lead: Stocks like Microsoft (MSFT), Nvidia (NVDA), JPMorgan Chase (JPM), and Visa (V) helped power today’s gains.

🌐 Geopolitical Developments:

- Taiwan Strait Tensions Continue: China’s military continues large-scale drills around Taiwan. The U.S. has reiterated its concern over these exercises, which simulate attacks on regional infrastructure.

→ Analysts warn of ongoing supply chain and defense sector impact.

- Trade Policy Uncertainty: Tariffs imposed earlier this year remain in place — up to 145% on Chinese imports, with 125% retaliatory tariffs from Beijing still affecting multiple industries.

🧭 Looking Ahead:

- Federal Reserve Outlook: Jerome Powell’s comments this week reinforced a “wait-and-see” stance from the Fed. Analysts are watching inflation data and consumer spending trends for the next policy cues.
- Earnings Season Continues: With big tech names reporting strong results, investors are closely tracking forward guidance as macroeconomic risks persist.

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Sources:

1 - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/may/02/us-april-jobs-report
2 - https://www.ft.com/content/6a5fb114-1d9e-4633-8bb6-2372c1574a17
3 - https://apnews.com/article/stocks-market-rates-trump-tariffs-7849168ab82e0abfb26c6b6ed18267f9

30/04/2025

📰 Market Drop Deepens as U.S. GDP Contracts and Taiwan Tensions Escalate

This Wednesday, April 30, 2025, markets are under pressure after economic data confirmed a contraction in the U.S. economy and geopolitical tensions surged in East Asia.

📉 Market Movements:

- U.S. GDP: The economy contracted by 0.3% in Q1, the first negative growth since 2022. The drop was driven by a surge in imports ahead of expected tariffs, which widened the trade deficit.

→ Markets responded sharply:
- S&P 500: –2%
- Dow Jones: –702 pts (–1.7%)
- Nasdaq: –2.5%

- Tech Stocks: AI-related stocks like Nvidia (NVDA) and Super Micro Computer (SMCI) fell steeply on valuation concerns.

🌐 Geopolitical Developments:

- Taiwan Strait Tensions: China conducted large-scale military drills near Taiwan, simulating attacks on key infrastructure. The U.S. has called the actions “dangerous and destabilizing.”
- Trade War Escalates: Existing U.S. tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese imports remain in place, while China has responded with 125% tariffs on key U.S. goods.

🧭 Looking Ahead:

- Fed Chair Jerome Powell: Scheduled to speak tomorrow in Chicago, where investors expect insight into the Fed’s response to the GDP contraction.
- U.S. Jobs Report (Friday): A key release that could further shape rate expectations and market sentiment.

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Sources:
1 - https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-autos-tariffs-trump-earnings-bbad7ca16bceb8c35822d906b195f5d2
2 - https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/chinese-military-says-it-is-conducting-exercises-around-taiwan-2025-03-31/
3 - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/02/us-says-china-military-drills-targeting-taiwan-put-regions-security-at-risk

29/04/2025

📰 Big Tech Earnings & U.S.–China Tensions Stir Markets as Investors Await Key Economic Data

This Tuesday, April 29, 2025, global markets are experiencing heightened volatility due to a combination of corporate earnings reports and escalating geopolitical tensions.

📉 Market Movements:

- Tesla (TSLA): Reported better-than-expected profitability in its automotive division for Q1. However, revenue fell short due to declining electric vehicle sales. Shares rose 0.5% in premarket trading.
- Meta Platforms (META): Set to report Q1 earnings tomorrow, with analysts expecting an EPS of $5.22, up 11.5% year-over-year. Investors are keen on updates regarding AI investments and advertising revenue.
- General Motors (GM): Posted strong earnings but refrained from providing full-year guidance due to trade uncertainties. Shares dipped 2% in premarket.

🌐 Geopolitical Developments:

- U.S.–China Trade Tensions: The U.S. has imposed tariffs up to 145% on Chinese imports, prompting China to retaliate with 125% tariffs on U.S. goods. These measures have disrupted global supply chains and increased market uncertainty.
- China's Yuan Internationalization: Amid trade disruptions, China is accelerating efforts to promote the yuan's global use, including expanding cross-border payment systems and currency swaps.

🧭 Looking Ahead:

- Federal Reserve: Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak tomorrow at the Economic Club of Chicago, where he is expected to address the economic outlook and monetary policy.
- U.S. GDP Report: The advance estimate for Q1 GDP will be released tomorrow, with forecasts suggesting a significant slowdown to 0.3% growth, down from 2.4% in the previous quarter.

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Sources:

1 - https://www.reuters.com/world/china/china-ramps-up-global-yuan-push-seizing-retreating-dollar-2025-04-29
2 - https://www.reuters.com/world/us/tesla-earnings-call-quarterly-results-musks-forecasts-analyst-reactions-2025-04-22
3 - https://www.tipranks.com/news/meta-platforms-meta-is-about-to-report-q1-earnings-tomorrow-here-is-what-to-expect

Social media company Meta Platforms ($META) will report its Q1 2025 earnings on April 30. META stock has declined 6% in 2025 so far due to slowing advertising reven...

24/04/2025

The Dot-Com Bubble: When speculation inflated and burst the dream of the internet age

In the late 1990s, the world was mesmerized by a new frontier: the internet. Startups were popping up daily, promising to revolutionize everything from shopping to news, and investors were eager to ride the wave of the digital future.

Tech companies with little to no revenue - sometimes without even a product — were reaching billion-dollar valuations. Venture capital flooded Silicon Valley. The Nasdaq soared, more than doubling between 1998 and 2000. But the euphoria had a fragile foundation.

In March 2000, reality set in. As companies failed to meet expectations, confidence eroded. Stock prices crashed. The Nasdaq lost almost 80% of its value in two years. Thousands of businesses went bankrupt. Trillions in market value vanished.

The Dot-Com Bubble taught the markets a timeless lesson: innovation is not immunity. Fundamentals matter. And when investment is driven by hype rather than value, the fall can be catastrophic.

At Cosme Futures, this historical episode reinforces our conviction: successful investing requires more than vision - it demands structure, risk control, and transparency. That’s why we focus on the Nasdaq-100 with a disciplined, data-driven strategy and guaranteed capital protection for our investors.

Sources
1 - https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dotcom-bubble.asp
2 - https://www.britannica.com/money/dot-com-bubble

23/04/2025

📰 Big Tech Earnings & U.S.-China Tensions Rattle Nasdaq as Fed Holds Firm

This Wednesday, April 23rd, markets reacted sharply to a combination of weak guidance from major tech companies and rising geopolitical friction.

📉 Premarket volatility shook confidence as:

- Tesla beat earnings but warned of a slowdown in deliveries → Shares +3.2%
- Meta reported strong ad revenue but increased spending in VR → Shares -2.1%

At the same time, pressure mounted between the U.S. and China:

- Tariffs on AI chips remain in place
- China appointed a new trade negotiator in response
- Hong Kong halted some U.S. shipments

🧭 Investors are now closely watching:

- Thursday’s speech by Fed Chair Jerome Powell
- Friday’s U.S. GDP release, expected to reshape interest rate forecasts

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Sources
1 - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/tesla-misses-earnings-cash-flow-rises
2 - https://www.ig.com/en/news-and-trade-ideas/meta-platforms_-1q-earnings-preview--what-to-expect-2504233
3 - https://www.nasdaq.com/market-activity/index/ndx

22/04/2025

The 2008 Financial Crisis: when trust collapsed and leverage imploded the system

In September 2008, the collapse of Lehman Brothers marked the beginning of what many call the biggest financial crisis since 1929. But, much like in 1987, the crash didn’t happen in a single day - it was the result of years of risky practices, blind confidence, and unchecked leverage.

For years, the U.S. housing market seemed like a safe bet. Banks created complex financial products - the infamous CDOs (Collateralized Debt Obligations) - based on high-risk mortgages often granted to borrowers with little ability to repay. These assets were sold as “safe”, stamped with AAA ratings, but built on weak foundations.

When defaults began to rise, the house of cards collapsed. Trust between institutions evaporated. Banks stopped lending to each other. And in a highly globalized and interdependent financial system, that was enough to freeze the world economy.

The 2008 crash taught us something profound: greed, when paired with complexity and lack of transparency, becomes explosive. It showed that even the largest financial institutions are not invincible - and that markets are never immune to collective error.

At Cosme Futures, this episode reinforces our core belief: a solid investment strategy must not rely on hype, unrealistic promises, or market euphoria. We focus on active risk management, total transparency with investors, and a disciplined reading of market cycles.

Sources
1 - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2018/sep/12/lehman-collapse-what-has-happened-to-the-markets-since
2 - https://www.investopedia.com/articles/economics/09/financial-crisis-review.asp

21/04/2025

This Monday, April 21st, global markets opened the week under heavy pressure. Investors reacted to controversial remarks by President Donald Trump, who publicly criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and suggested he should be replaced. The situation has renewed market discussions around the role and independence of U.S. monetary policy.

📉 Major indices opened in the red:

- S&P 500 futures fell by 1.1%
- The Dow Jones dropped 0.9%

At the same time, the U.S. dollar hit a 15-month low, while investors shifted into safe-haven assets:

- Gold surged past $3,400 per ounce, setting a new all-time high.

Looking ahead, investors are awaiting quarterly earnings reports from tech giants like Tesla and Alphabet, which could reveal how trade tensions and currency instability are affecting corporate performance.

Why does this matter?

In a world where politics, economics, and markets are deeply interconnected:

- Institutional instability can have immediate market consequences.
- Gold's sharp rise is a clear sign: investors are seeking protection against uncertainty.
- A flexible and informed strategy is essential to navigate periods of high volatility.

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Sources:
1 - https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-rates-inflation-trump-68a6a7f7765d78d46329abbecfbe0797
2 - https://blockchain.news/flashnews/gold-price-surges-above-3-400-oz-historic-market-implications
3 - https://www.reuters.com/business/us-stock-futures-drop-trump-takeszaim-powell-2025-04-21/
4 - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1089359603029689

16/04/2025

Today, Wednesday, April 16, global markets are experiencing heightened volatility due to recent trade measures between the US and China:

- The US government has imposed new export restrictions on AI chips to China, impacting companies like Nvidia, which anticipates a $5.5 billion loss due to limitations on its H20 chip exports.
- In retaliation, China has suspended imports of Boeing aircraft, further intensifying the trade dispute.
- Investors are turning to safe-haven assets, pushing gold prices above $3,300 per ounce, reaching a historic high.

These developments underscore the need for investors to stay informed about geopolitical events and their potential market impacts.

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Sources
1 - https://apnews.com/article/ai-nvidia-amd-chips-trump-controls-0e6fbdc1ad8b54d8ecc704393c2a1558
2 - https://www.investopedia.com/nvidia-to-record-usd5-5b-charge-as-us-cracks-down-on-chip-exports-to-china-11716119
3 - https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-issues-export-licensing-requirements-nvidia-amd-chips-china-2025-04-16
4 - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/indices/DOWI/pressreleases/31904359/world-shares-slip-as-tech-shares-are-hit-by-fresh-ai-chip-controls/