Finance

Investors are preparing for a high-stakes week as five of the seven largest U.S. technology companies, including Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon, are scheduled to report quarterly results. Simultaneously, the Federal Reserve begins its two-day policy meeting on Tuesday, with expectations leaning toward holding interest rates steady at 3.50% to 3.75%.

U.S. government bond yields rose sharply on Monday, with the 2-year Treasury yield exceeding 4% for the first time since mid-2025. This surge is largely driven by rising energy costs and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which have reignited fears that inflation will remain above the Federal Reserve's target.

Bitcoin remained resilient near the $78,000 to $79,000 range as the annual Bitcoin 2026 conference began. The sector is closely monitoring upcoming appearances from regulatory figures, including the SEC Chair, for potential shifts in U.S. digital asset policy while the broader market consolidates recent monthly gains.

The corporate landscape saw significant movement as Organon shares surged 16% after agreeing to an $11.75 billion acquisition by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. While healthcare and semiconductor design sectors showed pockets of strength, other companies like ServiceNow faced downward price target adjustments due to growth concerns.