Key Takeaway: Global markets are opening on a cautiously optimistic note: US indices closed at record highs, European equities are extending gains, and forex markets show a resilient US dollar. Crypto is under pressure after a volatile session, while commodities are mixed. Market leadership is broadening beyond tech, with cyclicals and select altcoins in focus. Investors are watching for central bank decisions, earnings, and trade headlines to set the tone for the day.
1. Global Indices: US Close, Asia Overnight, Europe Opening
Region
Index
Latest Price
% Change
Notes
US
S&P 500
6,791.69
+1.23%
Record close
Dow Jones
47,544.59
+1.00%
Record close
Nasdaq Composite
23,637.46
+1.86%
Tech-led surge
Asia
Nikkei 225
50,357.15
–0.19%
Pullback from highs
Shanghai Composite
3,990.00
–0.16%
Slight dip
Hang Seng
26,451.08
+0.10%
Modest gain
Sensex (India)
84,690.00
–0.10%
Subdued
Jakarta Composite
8,144.42
–2.14%
Volatile
Europe
FTSE 100
9,653.82
+0.09%
Record high open
DAX
24,308.78
+0.28%
Near resistance
CAC 40
8,239.18
+0.16%
Steady gains
IBEX 35
16,000.20
+0.87%
Strong open
STOXX 600
577.04
+0.22%
Broad-based gains
FTSE MIB
42,911.57
+1.00%
Outperforming
US indices hit new records on strong earnings and cooling inflation. Europe is opening higher, led by Spain and Italy. Asia was mixed, with Japan and China pulling back after recent rallies.
2. Forex Market – Latest Rates
Pair
Rate
Trend
EUR/USD
1.1655
Dollar firm
GBP/USD
1.3350
Dollar firm
USD/JPY
152.20
Yen weak
The US dollar remains resilient, especially against the yen and pound, as investors seek safety and yield.
3. Cryptocurrency Market – Top Movers
Cryptocurrency
Price (USD)
24h Change (%)
Bitcoin (BTC)
114,275.58
–1.31%
Ethereum (ETH)
4,122.06
–2.15%
Binance Coin (BNB)
1,134.37
–1.92%
Solana (SOL)
202.51
–0.47%
XRP
2.6446
+0.16%
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.20091
–3.00%
Cardano (ADA)
0.66562
–2.54%
Hedera (HBAR)
0.12
+15.75%
MemeCore (M)
0.09
+5.87%
Zcash (ZEC)
27.10
–6.96%
Crypto market cap: $3.86T (–1.52% 24h). Hedera and MemeCore are standout gainers, while most majors are under pressure.
4. Commodities – Key Prices
Commodity
Price
24h Change
Gold Spot
$3,934,00/oz
–1.2%
WTI Oil Future
$61.44/bbl
+7.5% (week)
Brent Oil Future
$64.10/bbl
+7.2% (week)
Silver Future
$49.18/oz
+1.0%
Gold is near all-time highs after a brief pullback. Oil is steady after a strong week, supported by new US sanctions on Russia.
5. Performance Dashboard
Figure: Morning Market Dashboard – Asset Class Performance, Top/Bottom Movers, and Market Statistics (Oct 28, 2025)
6. Performance Highlights & Analysis
Asset Class Performance Summary
Asset Class
Mean Daily %
Top Performer
Bottom Performer
European Equity
+0.44%
FTSE MIB (+1.00%)
FTSE 100 (+0.09%)
Asian Equity
–0.50%
Hang Seng (+0.10%)
Jakarta (–2.14%)
Cryptocurrency
–0.38%
HBAR (+15.75%)
PIPI (–16.42%)
Top 5 Performers
Asset
Class
% Change
HBAR
Cryptocurrency
+15.75%
MemeCore
Cryptocurrency
+5.87%
LEO
Cryptocurrency
+4.53%
LTC
Cryptocurrency
+3.70%
FTSE MIB
European Equity
+1.00%
Bottom 5 Performers
Asset
Class
% Change
PIPI
Cryptocurrency
–16.42%
ZEC
Cryptocurrency
–6.96%
DOGE
Cryptocurrency
–3.00%
ADA
Cryptocurrency
–2.54%
ETH
Cryptocurrency
–2.15%
US Equity Weekly Performance
Index
Weekly %
YTD %
Dow Jones
+2.2%
+11.0%
S&P 500
+1.9%
+15.5%
Nasdaq
+2.3%
+20.2%
7. Key News & Market Drivers
US Equities: Record closes on cooling inflation and robust earnings; “Magnificent 7” tech giants in focus this week.
Europe: Indices open higher on ECB/BoE rate cut optimism and US-China trade progress.
Asia: Mixed session as investors await central bank decisions; Japan and China pull back after strong rallies.
Crypto: Market cap slips as majors correct, but select altcoins (HBAR, MemeCore) surge.
Commodities: Oil holds gains on new US sanctions; gold near record highs.
Macro: US government shutdown delays some data, but markets remain resilient.
8. Market Outlook for Today
Earnings Watch: 60% of S&P 500 companies report this week; tech and cyclicals in focus.
Central Banks: Fed, ECB, and BoJ meetings could drive volatility.
Crypto: Watch for further altcoin rotation and volatility in majors.
Summary Box: Markets are at record highs, with Europe and the US leading. Crypto is mixed, and commodities are steady. Focus today: central bank meetings, earnings, and trade headlines.
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