Asia-Pacific Markets Poised for Gains, Gold Hits Record High, Nvidia Surges: Key Economic Data Awaited

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Asia-Pacific markets are gearing up for a positive start to the week, with a focus on key economic data from China and India. Investors are eagerly awaiting updates on China’s official purchasing managers’ index and India’s fourth-quarter gross domestic product numbers.

Australia is also set to release its inflation data for April, with analysts predicting a slight decrease. Futures for the Australian S&P/ASX 200 suggest a strong opening, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 is expected to rise as well. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index also looks poised for a higher opening.

In the U.S., the Nasdaq Composite closed at a new record high, driven by gains in chipmaker Nvidia. Meanwhile, Bank of America has identified four ETFs offering exposure to precious metals, amid the soaring prices of gold and silver.

Investors are closely monitoring Nvidia’s continued growth, fueled by artificial intelligence technologies. Wall Street remains optimistic about the company’s performance, but investors are advised to diversify their portfolios to manage risk.

Moreover, there are signs of market broadening beyond big tech names, indicating a healthier economy with increased sector diversity. The approval by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for exchange-traded funds holding cryptocurrency ether has further stirred market dynamics.

As markets gear up for a data-heavy week, investors are bracing for potential impacts from economic indicators and corporate performances. Stay tuned for more updates as the week unfolds.

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