
Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 7 PM ET: Fed Minutes Reveal Support for Rate Hikes if Inflation Proves Persistent | EU ...

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The Fed minutes indicate support for rate hikes if inflation persists, influenced by the Middle East conflict and an AI boom. The EU has reached a provisional trade deal with the U.S. to remove some tariffs. Stocks rallied as the Nasdaq led gains, while U.S. crude oil stockpiles fell by 7.9 million barrels. Moody's downgraded Mexico's credit rating, citing fiscal weaknesses. Additionally, Indonesia raised rates for the first time in years, and China agreed to purchase Boeing jets and resume U.S. beef imports.

