Futures rise; U.S.-U.K. trade deal reports; Fed decision - what’s moving markets By Investing.com
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Investing.com
U.S. Stock Market and Trade Agreement: U.S. stock futures have risen amid reports of an impending trade agreement between the U.S. and the U.K., while the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady but warned that tariffs could lead to inflation and unemployment risks.
Impact of Tariffs on Companies: Toyota has cautioned that its profits may decline significantly due to U.S. tariffs, reflecting broader concerns among businesses about the uncertainty surrounding trade policies, while oil prices have increased in anticipation of upcoming U.S.-China trade talks.
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About TM
Toyota Motor Corp is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the automotive business, as well as financial services and other businesses. It operates through three business segments. The Automotive segment designs, manufactures, and sells automobiles, including sedans, minivans, compact cars, sport utility vehicles (SUVs), and trucks, as well as related parts and accessories. The Financial Services segment provides financing and vehicle leasing services to complement the sales of automobiles and other products manufactured by itself and its affiliates. The Other segment engages in information and communications services. It also oversees manufacturing and sales companies, conducts public relations and research activities, oversees financial companies, and develops various mobility products, primarily software.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
