<h1>US-China Trade Talks Cause Mixed Market Moves; Fed Rate Hold Expected Under Section 102</h1> Asian and US financial markets showed mixed performance amid ongoing trade negotiations between US and Chinese officials in Stockholm. Key Asian indices experienced slight declines or modest gains, reflecting investor caution. US stock indexes remained near record highs with minimal changes, while oil prices edged upward. The US agreed to impose a 15% tariff on certain European imports, lower than initially threatened. Market participants anticipate a Federal Reserve interest rate decision, expected to maintain current rates until September despite potential dissent. Technology and chip companies saw notable stock increases linked to major investment announcements. Despite some positive earnings reports, concerns persist about companies meeting profit growth expectations following recent stock price surges driven by hopes of tariff reductions. Currency trading showed slight fluctuations in the US dollar against the yen and euro.