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Wall Street stocks surged on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq nearing record highs, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US jobs data. Despite ongoing Middle East tensions and oil price concerns, positive corporate earnings from companies like Monster Beverage and Akamai Technologies also fueled the rally, indicating economic resilience.

Michael Burry, famed for predicting the 2008 crash, warns the stock market's AI obsession mirrors the dot-com bubble. He believes markets are ignoring economic data, driven solely by momentum. Burry cautions that massive AI investments by tech giants may yield no lasting returns, potentially leading to significant market corrections and tech job stagnation.

Asian markets showed a mixed performance today. Japan's Nikkei 225 reached new record highs, boosted by technology stocks amid the AI boom. However, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning Iran, tempered investor sentiment across other regions. Investors are now keenly awaiting key central bank decisions this week.

Indian markets rallied Tuesday, buoyed by hopes of a US-Iran ceasefire extension and strong economic data. Retail sales exceeded expectations, while corporate earnings from UnitedHealth and Quest Diagnostics boosted sentiment. Despite some tech sector jitters, investor optimism prevailed, pushing indices higher and oil prices lower.

Asian markets faltered after touching record highs, weighed down by surging oil prices and lingering US-Iran peace talk uncertainties. Japan's Nikkei briefly crossed 60,000 before retreating. Escalating Middle East tensions, including shipping disruptions, fueled oil price spikes, impacting investor sentiment across the region. Despite a Wall Street rally, regional markets succumbed to geopolitical anxieties.

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty ended flat in trade on Monday on weak global cues as the closure of Strait of Hormuz led to an increase in oil prices. While opening in red, the market quickly reversed losses to move in green territory.

Asian markets showed a mixed performance Tuesday, with Tokyo and Seoul indices climbing on tech strength. Investors are closely watching potential US-Iran peace talks, which are offering some optimism, but geopolitical risks and high oil prices are keeping markets cautious. Developments around the Strait of Hormuz remain a key concern for global oil supply.

Asian markets saw a slight dip Friday after a strong rally, as investors braced for a crucial weekend potentially impacting the Middle East conflict. Despite ceasefire hopes and easing oil prices, caution persists. Wall Street's record highs offered some support, while currency markets reflected reduced risk aversion, though the Strait of Hormuz closure remains a concern.

Intel's stock experienced a significant surge, gaining over $100 billion in market capitalization within ten days, driven by a $14.2 billion plant buyback and partnerships with Tesla and Google. Despite this rally, Wall Street remains cautious, with a majority of analysts recommending holding or selling the stock.

Indian markets opened with caution. Global markets saw a dip on Monday. This was due to the breakdown of US-Iran peace talks. Geopolitical worries resurfaced. A US military blockade added to the pressure. Oil prices surged above $100. This impacted financial stocks. Energy stocks saw gains. Investors moved towards safer assets.

Asian stocks rose Thursday, mirroring Wall Street's gains, on hopes of a US-Iran ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomatic talks are ongoing in Islamabad, with both sides exploring de-escalation, though Iran has warned of further disruptions if a naval blockade isn't lifted.

India remains one of the strongest long-term growth stories in the world, but investors should consider diversifying their investments into other markets.

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty50 rallied strongly in trade on Wednesday after optimism surrounding renewed US-Iran peace talks led oil prices to drop. While Nifty50 went above 24,200, BSE Sensex rose over 1,200 points.

Asian markets surged Tuesday, led by a strong performance in Seoul's KOSPI, as lower oil prices and renewed hopes for US-Iran diplomatic talks boosted investor sentiment. Despite a breakdown in weekend negotiations, communication channels remain open, with both sides indicating a willingness to continue dialogue. Oil prices also declined, further supporting the positive market reaction.