US strikes Iranian targets as markets await Federal Reserve decision
The US has launched new strikes against Iran as investors await the Federal Reserve's rate decision and corporate earnings from Apple and Amazon.
The United States has conducted fresh military strikes against Iranian targets, adding geopolitical tension to an already cautious session across global financial markets. Investors remain focused on the upcoming interest rate decision from the US Federal Reserve, alongside quarterly financial results from technology giants Apple and Amazon.
Wall Street futures pointed to a hesitant opening following volatility in Asian trading earlier in the day. In European corporate developments, commercial vehicle manufacturer Daimler Truck announced a recall of 131,000 vehicles due to a battery flaw. Meanwhile, European Union officials are preparing new regulatory measures aimed at short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb. On Nordic markets, appliance manufacturer Electrolux surged following strong quarterly earnings, while audiobook publisher Storytel also posted gains.
Sources: Dagens Industri
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