International Stock Market News Today (July 1, 2026)
Here are the key developments affecting global markets today:
- Asian markets opened cautiously as investors reacted to renewed uncertainty over U.S.–Iran negotiations. Japan’s Nikkei 225 gained around 1%, while South Korea’s market declined after a strong AI-driven rally in the previous quarter. (Reuters)
- Wall Street finished the first half of 2026 strongly. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all ended June higher, supported by semiconductor and AI-related stocks such as Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. (The Economic Times)
- Technology and AI remain market leaders. Investors continue to favor AI infrastructure, chipmakers, and data-center companies. Bloom Energy surged in after-hours trading after announcing a major financing partnership for AI projects. (Investor’s Business Daily)
- Oil prices remain above $73 per barrel after Iran rejected direct peace talks with the United States, increasing geopolitical concerns and supporting crude prices. (The Economic Times)
- Bond yields and the U.S. dollar are rising. Markets are watching for signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve, with traders increasing expectations of possible interest-rate hikes in the coming months. (Reuters)
- ETF investing is at record levels. Investors have poured more than $1 trillion into U.S.-listed ETFs during the first half of 2026, with AI, robotics, and technology funds attracting the largest inflows. (MarketWatch)
Global Market Themes to Watch
- AI and semiconductor earnings
- U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate outlook
- Middle East geopolitical developments
- Crude oil price movement
- Upcoming corporate earnings season (Reuters)
If you’re an intraday trader, I can also provide a daily pre-market summary covering:
- Global indices (Dow, Nasdaq, S&P 500, Nikkei, Hang Seng, FTSE)
- SGX GIFT Nifty
- Crude oil, Gold, Silver
- USD/INR
- FIIs & DIIs
- Stocks to watch for the Indian market.