The AI-driven tech rally has entered a volatile phase, with market liquidity now influenced by interest rate policies, geopolitical developments, and inflation data. Recently, US-Iran peace talks have made progress, leading to a pullback in energy prices. However, major tech stocks remain under pressure, prompting a more cautious global investment sentiment. As the market awaits the release of PCE inflation data, investors are actively seeking more flexible and diversified cross-market allocation strategies. Meanwhile, Gate Stocks has completed a global market upgrade, making it easier for digital asset users to participate in international equity investments.
Market Turns Cautious Ahead of PCE Release, Tech Sector Faces Adjustments
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On Monday, the market showed clear divergence. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed slightly higher, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both declined. This was mainly due to selling pressure on major tech stocks and investors reassessing future interest rate policies. The market generally believes that the Federal Reserve’s hawkish stance may bring forward the timing of the first rate hike, and the upcoming PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index) release will be a key indicator shaping market direction. If inflation data comes in higher than expected, it could further boost rate hike expectations, putting additional pressure on high-valuation tech companies.
Progress in US-Iran Talks Eases Energy Prices
Meanwhile, markets continue to monitor the situation in the Middle East. The latest reports indicate that US and Iranian officials have agreed to finalize a deal within 60 days. The US Treasury has also approved the resumption of Iranian oil exports for the next 60 days, raising expectations for improved global energy supply. As of press time, these developments have driven Brent crude down to $77.66 per barrel and WTI crude to $74.07 per barrel. Lower oil prices help ease inflationary pressures, but the market is still waiting for PCE data to confirm whether this will be enough to shift the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.
AI Stocks Volatile, Divergent Performance Among Companies
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Although the overall tech sector has weakened, there are still bright spots in the AI supply chain. Micron Technology announced a partnership with Anthropic to develop AI memory and storage infrastructure, sending its stock up more than 6% in a single day. However, most large tech companies are still facing profit-taking pressure, with SpaceX plunging over 16%. This reflects a market reassessment of AI valuations and growth prospects. For investors, the long-term AI trend remains intact, but diversifying across industries and markets will be a key strategy in the next phase.
Gate Stocks Officially Upgraded, Building a Global Three-Market Investment Platform
As markets change rapidly, the convenience of investment tools and efficiency of asset allocation have become increasingly important. Gate has officially launched its web-based stock trading service, adding Korean equities to build a global investment system covering US, Hong Kong, and Korean stocks.
Gate Stocks now supports over 12,500 stocks and ETFs, including:
US Market
The platform offers access to more than 10,000 stocks and ETFs across major exchanges such as Nasdaq, NYSE, NYSE Arca, NYSE American, and BATS. This enables investors to target AI, semiconductors, finance, consumer, and major tech companies.
Hong Kong Market
Gate provides over 1,500 Hong Kong-listed stocks, including leading companies like Tencent Holdings, HSBC Holdings, CATL, China Mobile, Xiaomi Group, Meituan, BYD, Ping An Insurance, AIA Group, and Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing.
Korea Market Now Available
With the addition of Korean equities, Gate now supports the top 1,000 listed companies by market cap on the Korea Exchange (KRX), covering popular KOSPI and KOSDAQ stocks such as Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, NAVER, Hyundai Motor, and Celltrion. This allows investors to tap into opportunities in Asia’s semiconductor, AI, advanced manufacturing, and new energy sectors.
Trade Directly with USDT, Lowering Barriers for Cross-Market Investing
Compared to traditional overseas brokers, Gate Stocks offers a streamlined global investing experience. Users simply transfer USDT to their stock account to trade global equities directly—no need to open an overseas brokerage account or handle USD, HKD, or KRW currency exchanges.
Additional platform features include:
- Support for fractional share trading as low as 0.01 shares
- Pre-market and after-hours trading for US stocks
- Unified account for stocks and digital assets
- Centralized management of holdings, P&L, and fund flows
- Full integration with the Gate VIP system for stock products
- Enjoy the lowest 0.023% trading fee and dedicated 1-on-1 account manager service with just $2,000 in assets
These features make global asset allocation more flexible and efficient.
Conclusion
Global markets are currently shaped by a combination of Fed policy, PCE inflation data, progress in US-Iran talks, and developments in the AI industry, with short-term volatility likely to remain elevated. However, market turbulence often presents opportunities to rebalance portfolios. With Gate Stocks now covering US, Hong Kong, and Korean markets and supporting over 12,500 stocks and ETFs, investors can participate in global capital markets more efficiently through a single account and USDT funding. For those seeking exposure to AI, semiconductors, tech innovation, and Asia’s growth, this one-stop cross-market investment platform offers more flexible and diversified asset allocation options.
FAQ
Q1: Why is the market paying special attention to the upcoming PCE data?
The PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index) is one of the Federal Reserve’s most closely watched inflation indicators. Markets typically use PCE results to forecast future interest rate policy. If the data exceeds expectations, it could increase the likelihood of rate hikes; if it falls short, it may improve risk appetite.
Q2: Which markets does Gate Stocks currently support?
Gate Stocks now supports trading in US, Hong Kong, and Korean markets, with over 12,500 stocks and ETFs available. This includes more than 10,000 US-listed securities, over 1,500 Hong Kong stocks, and the top 1,000 companies by market cap on the Korea Exchange (KRX), offering a comprehensive range of global asset allocation choices.
Q3: What are the key features of Gate Stocks?
Gate Stocks allows users to trade stocks and ETFs directly with USDT, eliminating the need for additional overseas brokerage accounts or currency exchange. It also supports fractional share trading as low as 0.01 shares, pre-market and after-hours trading for US stocks, unified account asset management, and exclusive VIP trading fees—helping investors participate in global stock markets more conveniently.
