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Asian stock markets traded in a mixed-to-lower range on Monday as U.S. trade tariffs and high interest rates continued to weigh on investor sentiment. While Japan’s GDP data came in stronger than expected, it failed to significantly boost equities. Meanwhile, China’s AI-driven tech rally took a breather after weeks of strong gains, adding to regional uncertainty.

Gold prices have been on a record-breaking rally, surging towards the $3,000 per ounce mark. This historic uptrend is driven by inflation fears, trade tensions, and increasing demand for safe-haven assets. With the Federal Reserve’s policies and global economic instability fueling market volatility, traders and investors are closely watching gold’s next move.

The global stock market rallied, with the S&P 500 nearing record highs as investors responded positively to President Trump’s tariff delays. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 342 points, driven by strong gains in tech stocks like Tesla, Nvidia, and Apple.