美股在通胀数据利好下攀升，Gildan收购HanesBrands引起市场关注

Market Overview - U.S. futures pointed to new highs before the market opened, driven by recent inflation data that bolstered hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut next month [2] - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rose by 0.2%, while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures increased by 0.3%. Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached new highs on Tuesday [3] Economic Factors - Market gains were partly attributed to relief over a potential trade truce between President Trump and China, alongside optimism regarding lower borrowing costs in the U.S. [4] - A rate cut would make borrowing cheaper, potentially boosting investment and reducing costs for households and businesses [4] - The Federal Reserve remains cautious, concerned that Trump's tariff policies could reignite high inflation [5] Corporate Developments - Gildan Activewear announced a $2.2 billion acquisition of HanesBrands, which will give HanesBrands shareholders nearly 20% of the new company [6] - Following acquisition rumors, HanesBrands' stock fell over 9% in pre-market trading after a 28% rise on Tuesday [7] Asian Market Performance - The Nikkei 225 index in Tokyo rose by 1.3%, continuing its upward trend after reaching a new high [8] - The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong surged by 2.6%, while the Shanghai Composite Index increased by 0.5% [8] - South Korea's KOSPI index rose by 1.1%, and Taiwan's index gained 0.9% [10][11] European Market Performance - In Europe, the DAX index in Germany rose by 0.9%, and the CAC 40 index in Paris increased by 0.6% [12] Energy Market - U.S. benchmark crude oil prices fell by $0.52 to $62.65 per barrel, while Brent crude prices dropped by $0.44 to $65.68 per barrel [13] Currency Exchange - The USD/JPY exchange rate decreased from 147.84 to 147.51, while the EUR/USD rate increased from 1.1677 to 1.1713 [14]