<h1>Global Markets Mixed: US Tariffs Impact Shares, European Indices Up, Asia Stable, Dollar Strengthens, Energy Prices Rise</h1> Global shares showed mixed performance amid concerns over US tariffs imposed by President Trump. European markets saw slight gains, with France, Germany, and the UK indices rising. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei remained stable, while China's markets increased despite tariffs on Chinese imports, buoyed by hopes for stimulus measures. The US dollar strengthened against the yen, and Nippon Steel's stock fell due to opposition to its acquisition of US Steel. Trump announced 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, affecting Asian economies. South Korea's Kospi and Australia's ASX saw minor declines, while energy prices rose slightly. Markets are also anticipating upcoming earnings reports from major Japanese automakers.