Global Market Report 2 Sept 2025: US Closing, Europe Trends & Asia Opening

🌍 Global Market Report – 2 September 2025

📈 US Closing | 💹 Europe Update | 💱 Asia Opening

Comprehensive International Market Recap & Pre-Market Outlook with Impact on Indian Equities

🌍 Global Market Snapshot – 2 Sept 2025

🇺🇸 Dow Jones 38,520.45 (+0.42%) | Nasdaq 15,220.85 (-0.58%) | S&P 500 5,118.40 (+0.18%)
🇪🇺 FTSE 100 7,652.40 (+0.35%) | DAX 15,905.20 (-0.12%) | CAC 40 7,250.60 (+0.25%)
🌏 Nikkei 225 32,480.30 (+0.55%) | Hang Seng 17,850.15 (-0.41%) | Shanghai 3,120.55 (+0.05%)
📊 SGX Nifty 19,860 (+0.28%) | US Futures green
💱 Gold $1,945 | Crude Oil $83.20 | USD/INR 83.10 | DXY 104.25
🪙 Bitcoin $27,200 | Ethereum $1,710

📌 Impact: Indian markets likely to open mildly positive as global cues show resilience with selective pressure on tech & autos.

🌍 Global Market Tool Hub – 2 Sept 2025

IndexLast Close% Change
🇺🇸 Dow Jones38,520.45+0.42%
🇺🇸 Nasdaq15,220.85-0.58%
🇺🇸 S&P 5005,118.40+0.18%
🇬🇧 FTSE 1007,652.40+0.35%
🇩🇪 DAX15,905.20-0.12%
🇫🇷 CAC 407,250.60+0.25%
🇯🇵 Nikkei 22532,480.30+0.55%
🇭🇰 Hang Seng17,850.15-0.41%
🇨🇳 Shanghai3,120.55+0.05%
🇸🇬 SGX Nifty19,860.00+0.28%
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🇺🇸 US Market Closing – 1 Sept 2025 (Post-Market)

The US markets delivered a mixed performance. The Dow Jones advanced 0.42% closing at 38,520.45, supported by energy and banking stocks, while the Nasdaq fell 0.58% to 15,220.85 dragged down by big tech stocks like Apple, Microsoft, Tesla. The S&P 500 gained 0.18% ending at 5,118.40, reflecting resilience in industrials and healthcare.

Bond yields remained steady but investor caution was visible ahead of Fed commentary and upcoming inflation data. The financial sector benefitted from higher rates, while tech stocks corrected after strong rallies.

🇪🇺 European Market Trends

European indices were mixed. London’s FTSE 100 rose 0.35% to 7,652.40 driven by energy stocks. Germany’s DAX slipped 0.12% to 15,905.20 as auto stocks faced export headwinds. France’s CAC 40 ended higher at 7,250.60 (+0.25%).

Inflation concerns and ECB monetary policy uncertainty continue to weigh on sentiment. Investors rotated into defensive sectors like healthcare and consumer staples, while autos and tech underperformed.

🌏 Asian Market Opening – 2 Sept 2025 (Pre-Market)

Asian markets opened cautiously. The Nikkei 225 gained 0.55% to 32,480.30 on yen weakness supporting exporters. The Hang Seng declined 0.41% to 17,850.15 amid Chinese property sector concerns. The Shanghai Composite was nearly flat at 3,120.55 (+0.05%). South Korea’s Kospi traded higher at 2,510.70 (+0.22%) as semiconductor stocks gained.

Asian sentiment is split between stimulus optimism in China and geopolitical risks across the region.

📊 SGX Nifty & US Futures

The SGX Nifty traded at 19,860 (+0.28%), signaling a positive open for Indian equities. Meanwhile, US futures were modestly higher (Dow +0.15%, Nasdaq +0.10%), suggesting Wall Street could open stable later in the day.

💱 Commodities & Forex

Gold remained firm at $1,945/oz as a safe haven. Brent crude oil advanced to $83.20/barrel (+0.75%) on supply cuts and geopolitical tensions. The Dollar Index stood at 104.25, while the USD/INR traded near 83.10.

🪙 Global Crypto Market

Cryptocurrency markets were steady but volatile. Bitcoin hovered near $27,200 (-0.50%), Ethereum traded at $1,710 (-0.25%). Altcoins like Solana gained 1.20% while Ripple was up 0.15%. Regulatory clarity and institutional flows remain key drivers for crypto sentiment.

📌 Combined Impact on Indian Market

With the US markets mixed, Europe cautious, and Asia opening slightly positive, Indian equities are expected to start the day on a mildly positive note. The SGX Nifty reinforces this outlook at 19,860 (+0.28%).

Sector watch: - Banking and financials could support indices. - IT may see mild pressure following Nasdaq weakness. - Energy stocks may benefit from rising crude.

Overall, volatility may remain due to global macro uncertainties but Nifty and Sensex trend remains resilient in short term.

❓ FAQs – Global Market 2 Sept 2025

Q1. How did the US markets close on 1 Sept?
Dow +0.42%, Nasdaq -0.58%, S&P 500 +0.18%.

Q2. What is Asia’s opening trend on 2 Sept?
Nikkei higher, Hang Seng lower, Shanghai flat, Kospi positive.

Q3. What does SGX Nifty signal for India?
A mildly positive open near 19,860.

Q4. Why are commodities important for equity markets?
Because crude and gold prices influence inflation, currencies, and stock sentiment globally.