Global Markets React to Inflation, Trade Talks, and BOJ Rate Decision | JQJO

The Bank of Japan is expected to maintain interest rates at 0.5%. Australia's inflation rose to 2.4%, exceeding expectations, while China's manufacturing activity contracted. Positive trade talks between the U.S. and India, Japan, and South Korea were reported. US stock markets closed higher, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posting gains, marking their longest winning streaks in months.