Wall street ticks higher as Trump vows 'comprehensive' US-UK trade deal
Thursday, 8 May 2025 () US stocks surged following President Trump's announcement of a comprehensive trade agreement with the UK, boosting global market sentiment. Gains were seen across major indices, fueled by tech and energy sectors, alongside optimism in commodity markets and potential US-China trade talks. Despite unchanged interest rates and tariff concerns, positive trade news drove market rallies in Europe and Asia.
President Trump is set to announce a major trade deal with a “highly respected” nation—confirmed by insiders to be the UK. The deal may include U.S. tariff cuts on British steel, autos, and aluminum in exchange for the UK scrapping its digital services tax. Trump teased the agreement on social...
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