Asian, European stock market climb as China-US trade talks lloom, UK deal drives FTSE up
Thursday, 8 May 2025 () Asian and European markets experienced gains amid anticipation for US-China trade talks. London saw a boost from reports of a potential trade deal with Britain, hinted at by Donald Trump. However, concerns linger regarding the impact of Trump's trade policies, with the Federal Reserve cautioning about potential inflation and economic slowdown.
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