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US markets showed slight pre-market dips as earnings season winds down. Home Depot exceeded sales expectations, contrasting with other retailers impacted by Trump's tariffs. Uncertainty remains regarding the tariffs' effects, highlighted by JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon's comments on geopolitical risks. Conversely, global markets rallied after China's interest rate cut to combat economic slowdown caused by trade friction. CATL, the world's largest electric battery maker, saw a strong Hong Kong IPO. Asian markets showed mixed results, while European markets rose. Oil prices fell, and the US dollar weakened slightly.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.