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US markets were buoyed by a surge in AI optimism and a rebound in futures, with Goldman even lifting its S&P 500 target to 8,000 as tech-led growth offsets broader uncertainty.

Entertainment stocks are drawing attention as one lesser-known company tries to break to new highs.
Micron’s huge rally has traders looking for other hedge fund favorites with similar upside.
Insurers are aggressively repurchasing their shares, but some analysts think the buybacks may be excessive.
Airline stocks could benefit if oil prices stay stable, creating a possible trading opportunity.
Major analyst calls this week focused on Apple, Microsoft, SanDisk, FedEx, Micron, and MGM.
JPMorgan says FedEx is attractive ahead of its freight business spinoff.
Barclays believes SanDisk could keep climbing after its massive yearlong surge.
A new software stock bull market may depend on an upcoming report that could confirm stronger demand.
Take-Two Interactive has officially confirmed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, energizing the gaming sector.
Markets are bracing for major moves as Fed policy, AI optimism, oil shocks, and geopolitical risks continue to drive volatility.

Hong Kong stocks fell as the Hang Seng Index dropped 271 points on heavy turnover, with Xiaomi sinking over 4% after its results and broader tech sentiment weakening.

Hong Kong and U.S. tech index news highlights a planned inclusion of SpaceX in the Hang Seng Hong Kong-U.S. Tech Index.
Kuaishou reported first-quarter adjusted net profit of RMB 3.37 billion, down 26.3% year on year, while revenue rose 3.4% to RMB 33.72 billion, broadly meeting expectations.
Xiaomi founder Lei Jun said the YU7 GT will begin deliveries on Friday.
CICC said the upcoming index review may bring positive fund-flow effects for companies such as BeiGene, J&T Express, Zhihu, and Minimax.
Reports suggest ByteDance may invest as much as US$70 billion this year into AI projects.
Tencent’s self-developed Canghai V2 chip has entered mass-production stage and is expected to support services in the second half of the year.
Hong Kong equities fell broadly, with the Hang Seng Index closing down 271 points and Xiaomi dropping more than 4% after earnings.
Banking scrutiny on mainland customers opening savings and investment accounts in Hong Kong appears to be tightening.
BCG said Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland to become the world’s largest cross-border wealth management center.
Mainland and Hong Kong market themes center on AI, advanced manufacturing, robotics, memory chips, and policy support, with stronger regulation also affecting sectors like pharmaceuticals, tourism, and offshore securities activity.

Tokyo stocks rebounded slightly and briefly hit a record high above 66,000 on the back of gains in U.S. tech shares and growing AI-related optimism.

Japan is moving toward a refundable tax credit system, but the benefit amount and funding source are still undecided, leaving many issues unresolved.
The government’s draft plan would provide support in four income-based tiers, with extra help for people facing the “income wall” and for households with children.
The Bank of Japan’s bond valuation losses reached a record 45 trillion yen as long-term interest rates rose, reflecting concerns about rate hikes and worsening public finances.
The yen traded in the low 159-yen range against the dollar, with markets waiting for more updates on Middle East tensions and U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks.
Tokyo stocks rebounded slightly, closing up 3 yen, after briefly topping 66,000 yen on the back of stronger U.S. tech shares.
Large companies’ wage increases exceeded 5% for the third straight year, marking one of the highest levels on record as firms try to retain and secure talent.
BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda said Japan is facing an oil price shock and that the impact on inflation still needs to be carefully assessed.
The Nikkei briefly crossed 66,000 yen for the first time, helped by enthusiasm for the AI market and gains in U.S. technology stocks.
The Dow fell for the first time in four sessions, signaling a modest pullback in U.S. equities.
Major corporate and industry news also included Dragon Quest 12’s development overhaul, EV plans by Autobacs and China’s Chery, a semiconductor smuggling probe, and several business and tourism-related moves in Japan.

The biggest crypto-market development is the accelerating institutional and regulatory push toward tokenization and stablecoins, highlighted by moves from major exchanges, Wall Street infrastructure firms, and consumer platforms like Cash App and Robinhood.

Bitcoin’s monetary premium was repriced after the GENIUS Act, highlighting how regulation can shift crypto valuations.
Tokenization is being viewed as a way to make cross-border payments faster, safer, and more efficient.
Tokenized assets could drive a huge new IPO market, with Jefferies estimating a potential $1 trillion opportunity.
Cash App is beginning a phased stablecoin rollout to reach nearly 60 million users, showing mainstream distribution of crypto payments.
The Senate is being urged to complete digital asset legislation to create a bipartisan framework for the industry.
Robinhood is testing AI-driven trading tools, allowing users to automate market decisions with less manual monitoring.
DTCC is planning to move tokenized assets onto Stellar, signaling continued Wall Street adoption of blockchain infrastructure.
Major crypto exchanges are supporting token disclosure standards to attract institutional investors and improve transparency.
Banca Sella received approval to offer crypto services in Italy, marking a notable banking first in the country.
Crypto exchanges are tightening transfer checks, including scrutiny involving HTX, as sanctions compliance becomes more important.

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