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China’s US Embassy spokesperson:

• Both China and US have maintained communication over their respective concerns in the economic and trade fields on various bilateral and multilateral occasions at multiple levels.
• China has repeatedly raised concerns regarding US abuse of export control measures and semiconductor sector and other related practices.
• China urges US to cease discriminatory restrictions and jointly uphold the consensus reached at the high level talks in Geneva.

The comments are in reaction to/in response to the post from Pres. Trump this morning:

I am not sure there will ever be a solution. The US will not trust China. China will not give up all it does or its sovereignty. It might be that if Apple can’t produce in the US competitively, consumers go to Mexico or Canada to buy iPhones or gets them off smuggling boats off the coast of Florida. Drug runners will become iPhone runners. China will smuggle chips into its country.

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.

The AUDUSD started the week on a strong note, breaking above recent resistance to post a new high for 2025 on Monday. However, that bullish breakout proved short-lived. Price quickly reversed lower, falling back below the key swing area between 0.6493 and 0.6500 (see red numbered circles), and momentum accelerated as the pair broke below the 100-hour moving average (blue line).

Since then, sellers have remained in control. Attempts to correct higher on Tuesday and Thursday were capped at the 100-hour MA, reinforcing its role as a strong dynamic resistance. The inability to push back above this level keeps the bearish bias intact.

To the downside, the area around 0.6406 has emerged as a firm support zone, holding multiple tests dating back to last Thursday and Friday, as well as during trade yesterday and again today. The repeated bounces from this area suggest that buyers are defending the level, setting up a clear floor.

Key levels to watch:

• Support:
  • Key floor: 0.6406
  • Below that: 0.6387 to 0.6391 (swing area)

  Resistance:
  • 100-hour MA/200 hour/200 day MA (currently near 0.6445-48)
  • Swing zone: 0.6493–0.6500

As long as price holds below the 100-hour MA, sellers remain in control, with the downside risk building on a break of 0.6406. A move above the 100-hour MA and MA cluster near 0.6445 to 0.6448 would be needed to shift short-term sentiment.

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.

The Atlanta Fed GDPNow growth estimate rose sharply to 3.8% from 2.2% helped largely by the sharp rise in net exports. In their own words:

The GDPNow model estimate for real GDP growth (seasonally adjusted annual rate) in the second quarter of 2025 is 3.8 percent on May 30, up from 2.2 percent on May 27. After recent releases from the US Census Bureau and the US Bureau of Economic Analysis, the nowcast of the contribution of net exports to second-quarter real GDP growth increased from -0.64 percentage points to 1.45 percentage points, while the nowcasts of second-quarter real personal consumption expenditures growth and second-quarter real gross private domestic investment growth declined from 3.7 percent and -0.2 percent, respectively, to 3.3 percent and -1.4 percent.

The next GDPNow update is Monday, June 2. Please see the “Release Dates” tab below for a list of upcoming releases.

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.

Tech stocks struggle while healthcare gains: Today’s market overview

The US stock market is showcasing a dynamic landscape today, characterized by struggles within the semiconductor sector and encouraging growth in healthcare stocks. Let’s dive into the current trends, sector performances, and strategic insights to help investors navigate these volatile times.

📉 Semiconductor Struggles: A Red Day for Tech

• Nvidia (NVDA) leads the downturn in semiconductors, sliding 1.33%. Such declines might raise concerns over demand forecasts or recent earnings reports.
• Other semiconductor giants, including AMD (-1.48%) and Micron (-2.16%), are also under pressure, possibly indicating broader market skepticism in the tech space.

🚀 Healthcare Sector: Leading the Charge

• Eli Lilly (LLY) shines with a 1.74% increase, catapulting the healthcare sector into the spotlight. New drug approvals or favorable clinical trial results might be contributing factors.
• Other key players like Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) see modest gains, up 0.46%, signaling investor confidence in stable medical stocks.

🏢 Consumer and Financial Sectors: Mixed Reactions

• Amazon (AMZN) experiences a slight dip of 0.32%, reflecting nuanced sentiment amidst broader cyclicals, possibly weighed down by e-commerce competition.
• Financials show resilience with Visa (V) up 0.55%, steering the sector towards cautious optimism.

📚 Overall Market Analysis

• The market is emblematic of mixed signals, with challenges in tech offset by healthcare’s robust performance.
• Investors are displaying caution, potentially influenced by macroeconomic indicators or geopolitical tensions that might impact tech dependencies.

🌟 Strategic Recommendations

Considering today’s market environment, investors should:

• Monitor tech stocks closely as they adjust to market pressures; any positive news might offer rebound opportunities.
• Consider increasing exposure to healthcare sectors, where companies like Eli Lilly are capturing growth underpinned by innovation and regulatory success.
• Diversify across performing sectors to hedge against potential downturns within more volatile industries.

Stay engaged with Forexlive.com for comprehensive insights and analysis on the evolving market trends, ensuring your portfolio remains robust amidst fluctuating dynamics. Visit us regularly to keep abreast of real-time market updates and expert opinions. 📈

This article was written by Itai Levitan at www.forexlive.com.