Global equities finished mostly higher on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, as investors weighed upcoming macro events in the U.S. and digested a series of upbeat corporate earnings. Momentum was strongest in the Americas and Asia, while European markets also saw a broad but modest advance. Meanwhile, Tel Aviv’s indices maintained positive traction, reflecting optimism across local banks and blue-chip names.

United States: Stocks Edge Higher as Investors Await Key Policy and Corporate Updates

U.S. equities ended Wednesday’s session higher, with the S&P 500 gaining 0.37% to 6,796.29 and the Nasdaq climbing 0.65% to 23,499.80. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.48% to 47,311.00, supported by gains in financials and industrials. The Russell 2000, a key small-cap benchmark, surged 1.54% to 2,464.78, showing renewed investor appetite for riskier assets.

The positive momentum came as investors awaited the U.S. Supreme Court’s review of tariff-related cases that could influence import costs and corporate margins. Market participants also focused on Tesla’s upcoming shareholder meeting, with expectations that CEO Elon Musk may outline updates on AI-driven production and global factory expansion.

The U.S. Dollar Index slipped 0.16% to 100.04, reflecting cautious positioning ahead of new economic data releases. Meanwhile, the VIX volatility index fell sharply by 5.21% to 18.01, signaling declining hedging demand as equities extended their rebound.

Europe: Steady Gains as Investors Monitor Inflation and ECB Policy Trajectory

European markets posted modest but steady gains on Wednesday, underpinned by encouraging corporate earnings and easing energy prices. The FTSE 100 rose 0.64% to 9,777.08, while Germany’s DAX gained 0.42% to 24,049.74. The EURO STOXX 50 climbed 0.16% to 5,669.13, and France’s CAC 40 edged 0.08% higher to 8,074.23.

Investor sentiment in Europe was boosted by expectations that the European Central Bank will maintain a cautious policy stance, balancing inflation control with the need to support growth. The British Pound Index gained 0.20% to 130.49, while the Euro Index inched up 0.09% to 114.93. The MSCI Europe Index also advanced 0.14%, marking a steady midweek performance across the continent.

Asia: Hong Kong and Seoul Lead Regional Rally as Risk Appetite Improves

Asian equities rallied strongly on Wednesday, supported by improving liquidity conditions and easing concerns over U.S.-China trade friction. The Hang Seng Index jumped 1.69% to 26,373.86, its best session in two weeks, while South Korea’s KOSPI surged 1.56% to 4,066.98 on tech-led gains.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1.28% to 50,852.88, as exporters benefited from a weaker yen, which slipped 0.30% against the dollar. The SSE Composite Index in Shanghai rose 0.23% to 3,969.25, while India’s SENSEX climbed 0.27% to 83,682.29. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 closed 0.26% higher at 8,824.50, supported by energy and banking stocks.

Israel Market: Tel Aviv Indices Extend Gains Across Benchmarks

Tel Aviv’s stock market closed firmly higher on November 5, with the TA-35 advancing 1.02% to 3,350.98 and the TA-125 rising 0.82% to 3,410.08. The TA-90 added 0.42% to 3,617.30, driven by broad-based buying in technology and real estate shares. Trading volumes were strong, totaling over 3.8 billion shekels in equities and 4.1 billion shekels in bonds.

Bond markets were mixed, with the All-Bond General Index dipping 0.04%, while short-term bonds gained slightly by 0.03%. Investor sentiment in Israel remained upbeat, with market participants closely monitoring upcoming inflation data and global monetary policy cues.

Outlook for Thursday, November 6, 2025

As trading resumes Thursday, global markets will focus on the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, U.S. jobless claims, and commentary from Federal Reserve officials. Investors will also keep an eye on Tesla’s shareholder meeting for strategic announcements related to production efficiency and new product lines.

With global indices holding near multi-month highs, the next trading session may hinge on signals from central banks and corporate earnings guidance. While optimism remains, analysts caution that persistent inflation and geopolitical risks could trigger short-term volatility heading into mid-November trade.