Feng Huang Wang Cai Jing·2025-06-30 23:15Market Performance - US stock indices rose collectively due to progress in trade negotiations, easing Middle East tensions, and increased expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts, with the Dow Jones up 0.63%, Nasdaq up 0.47%, and S&P 500 up 0.52% at market close [1] - Technology stocks saw collective gains, with Microsoft, Meta, and Netflix slightly rising and reaching intraday historical highs, while Apple rose by 2%. Robinhood closed up 13%, marking its best single-day performance since April 9 [1] Trade Negotiations - The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index fell by 0.49%, with stocks like Xpeng and JD.com dropping over 1%, while Tiger Brokers and NetEase rose over 2% and 1% respectively [2] - As the July 9 "tariff deadline" approaches, the Trump administration appears increasingly anxious due to unresolved agreements with most countries. However, concessions from Canada have boosted Trump's confidence, as Canada announced the cancellation of its digital services tax to advance trade talks [2] - Trump has also targeted Japan, threatening new tariffs due to Japan's refusal to accept US rice exports, despite Japan facing a rice shortage [2] Economic Policy - Kevin Hassett, head of the White House National Economic Council, indicated that agreements with several governments are expected to be announced after Independence Day, with a focus on pushing Trump's tax and spending bill through Congress before the holiday [3] - Despite Trump's threats, negotiations with Japan are expected to continue, as Japan is viewed as a priority for reaching an agreement rather than being a direct target for tariffs [4] - Ongoing negotiations between the US and Japan have yet to resolve key issues such as tariff levels and trade barriers, with Japan seeking exemptions from the 25% auto tariff imposed by Trump, which has significantly impacted its key industries [5]