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20.10.2025 11:27 AM
US Market News Digest for October 20

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US-China trade talks spark market unease

Ahead of the US-China trade negotiations, Donald Trump outlined three core demands: restrictions on rare earth metals, control over fentanyl, and increased purchases of soybeans.

Rising tensions are once again putting the fragile trade truce at risk, with investor sentiment turning cautious ahead of the outcome of the talks.

Analysts note that any sharp statements from either side could trigger volatility in equity and commodity markets.

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Upward trend persists despite political uncertainty

Despite a negative week for the S&P 500 index, investors continue to allocate capital into US equity funds, signaling that the broader upward market trend remains intact.

The decline in the index has been exacerbated by political uncertainty and the escalating trade war with China.

Experts believe that the current environment is creating opportunities for short-term speculation against a backdrop of heightened volatility.

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Equity markets rise amid post-talk optimism

US equity indices, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, closed higher due to improved sentiment following negotiations between the US and China.

However, economists warn of deep-rooted structural issues in trade relations that may hinder the prospects of achieving long-term resolutions.

Investors continue to monitor key economic indicators to assess how trade policy may impact corporate earnings.

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