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Global Markets Rally as U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Tariff Cuts

by Team Lumida
May 12, 2025
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Key Takeaways:

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  • Tariff Agreement: The U.S. and China agreed to reduce tariffs on each other’s goods to 10% (from 125%) for 90 days while trade talks continue.
  • Market Reaction:
    • U.S. Stocks: Futures surged, with S&P 500 futures up 2.75%, Nasdaq futures up 3.79%, and Dow Jones futures up 2.2%.
    • Asian Markets: Chinese stocks led gains, with Nikkei up 0.4% and South Korea’s Kospi rising 1.2%.
    • European Markets: The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 1.2%, Germany’s DAX gained 1.7%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 added 0.7%.
  • Currency and Bonds:
    • The dollar hit a one-month high (DXY index at 101.414), while the euro fell to $1.1132.
    • U.S. Treasury yields rose, with the 2-year yield up 8 basis points to 3.96% and the 10-year yield up 6 basis points to 4.43%.
  • Bitcoin: Bitcoin climbed to $105,645, continuing its bullish momentum.
  • Commodities:
    • Brent crude rose 2.7% to $65.61 per barrel, and WTI crude climbed 2.9% to $62.79.
    • Gold fell 3.25% to $3,235.30 per troy ounce, reflecting reduced demand for safe-haven assets.
  • Pharma Stocks: Pharmaceutical shares dropped after President Trump announced plans to cut U.S. prescription drug prices, with AstraZeneca (-4.2%), GSK (-2.4%), and Novo Nordisk (-7.7%) leading losses.

What Happened?

Global markets rallied after the U.S. and China announced a temporary reduction in tariffs, signaling progress in de-escalating their trade war. The agreement, which lowers tariffs to 10% for 90 days, boosted investor confidence and drove gains across equities, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.

U.S. stock futures surged, with tech-heavy Nasdaq futures leading the rally. Asian and European markets also posted strong gains, reflecting optimism about the potential for a longer-term resolution to the trade conflict.

Meanwhile, the dollar strengthened to a one-month high, while safe-haven assets like gold and the Swiss franc declined. Crude oil prices rose sharply, supported by improved trade sentiment and expectations of stronger global demand.

However, pharmaceutical stocks faced pressure after President Trump announced plans to lower prescription drug prices, raising concerns about potential profit impacts for major pharma companies.


Why It Matters?

The temporary tariff cuts mark a significant step toward resolving the U.S.-China trade war, which has disrupted global supply chains, raised costs for businesses and consumers, and dampened economic growth. The agreement provides a 90-day window for further negotiations, offering hope for a more comprehensive deal.

The market rally underscores the importance of trade stability for global economic confidence. Gains in equities, oil, and Bitcoin reflect improved risk sentiment, while the decline in gold and other safe-haven assets signals reduced investor anxiety.

However, the pharmaceutical sector’s losses highlight the potential for policy-driven risks in other areas, as Trump’s focus on lowering drug prices could have far-reaching implications for the industry.


What’s Next?

Key areas to watch include:

  1. Trade Negotiations: Progress in U.S.-China talks during the 90-day tariff reduction period.
  2. Market Sentiment: Continued reaction to trade developments and Trump’s domestic policy announcements.
  3. Pharma Policy: Details of Trump’s plan to lower drug prices and its impact on the healthcare sector.
  4. Commodities and Currencies: The trajectory of oil, gold, and the dollar as trade tensions ease.

The temporary tariff cuts provide a much-needed boost to global markets, but the path to a lasting resolution remains uncertain. Investors will closely monitor developments in trade talks and policy changes in the coming weeks.


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