July 09, 2025: Asian stocks are poised for a rally following a tech boost that lifted the S&P 500. In the U.S., Costco reported accelerating monthly sales growth, reversing earlier slowdowns. Meanwhile, Nutella's parent company saw its stock rise on news of a $3 billion deal. Senators are advocating for a 'light touch' regulatory approach to the crypto market, while discussions continue on the Federal Reserve's interest rate strategies. In commodity markets, copper traders are shipping metal to Hawaii to leverage tariff opportunities. Powered by LabCat AI research tools.