US and European stock markets mostly rose on Tuesday as cool US inflation data reassured concerns about the economy. Data released on Tuesday showed US consumer inflation cooled slightly in April even as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs came into force.

The U.S. stock markets opened mixed due to varied investor reactions to the latest inflation figures and their potential influence on monetary policy. While inflation showed a moderate rise in April,

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closed higher on Tuesday for a second straight day after softer-than-expected inflation numbers added to investor optimism from Monday when the U.S. and China announced a trade truce.

US stock futures paused their rally as investors focused on a key inflation report and lingering economic concerns, even after the trade truce between the US and China.

U.S. stock index futures rose following a lower-than-expected inflation report, suggesting potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. Inflation rose 0.2% in April monthly and stood at 2.3% annually, under economist expectations.

Stocks rallied again Tuesday on easing inflation and tariff relief, pushing the S&P 500 into positive for 2025

Shelter costs rose 0.3% in April, contributing to over half of the total monthly increase in the overall consumer price index. Airline fares, used vehicles, communication services and apparel were among the key categories that saw price declines in April.

Markets this week face inflation data, retail sales, Powell’s speech, and key earnings—setting the tone for trading and rate expectations.

The rally in stock futures began following high-level trade discussions in Switzerland, which US officials described as 'productive.' Dow Jones Industrial Average (YM=F) futures rose by over 400 points,

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