Global markets closed mostly higher on Monday, October 27, 2025, as investors digested strong corporate earnings and easing macroeconomic concerns. Wall Street extended its upward momentum, Europe posted mild gains despite thin volume, and Asia traded mixed. Meanwhile, Tel Aviv’s market showed resilience with balanced performance across major indices. All eyes now turn to Tuesday, October 28, as inflation data and central bank commentary are set to shape near-term sentiment.

Americas: Tech Momentum Pushes U.S. Indices Higher

Wall Street kicked off the week with solid gains, led by technology and growth sectors. The Nasdaq jumped 1.86% to 23,637.46, while the S&P 500 added 1.23% to 6,875.16. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.71% to 47,544.59, and the Russell 2000 climbed 0.28%. Investor optimism was fueled by upbeat earnings from leading software and semiconductor companies.

The VIX index dropped 3.54% to 15.79, signaling lower volatility expectations. The U.S. Dollar Index dipped 0.13% to 98.66, reflecting moderate risk appetite. In Latin America, Brazil’s IBOVESPA rose 0.55% to 146,969.09, supported by financial and energy shares, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite slipped 0.25% to 30,275.76.

Europe: Gains Amid Partial Holiday Closures

European markets edged higher in subdued trading, as several exchanges were closed for national holidays. The EURO STOXX 50 climbed 0.64% to 5,711.06, and the DAX in Germany rose 0.28% to 24,308.78. France’s CAC 40 gained 0.16%, while London’s FTSE 100 advanced 0.09%. The MSCI Europe index added 0.31%.

Trading activity was lighter than usual as Cyprus observed National Day, the Czech Republic celebrated Independence Day, and Greece marked Ohi Day. The Euro Index increased 0.22% to 116.47, while the British Pound Index gained 0.21% to 133.35. European traders focused on the upcoming inflation releases and ECB comments expected later this week.

Asia: Mixed Performance Ahead of Economic Data

Asian markets displayed mixed sentiment on Monday as investors weighed corporate earnings against macroeconomic caution. Japan’s Nikkei 225 slipped 0.15% to 50,437.18, while South Korea’s KOSPI declined 1.16% to 3,996.13. China’s Shanghai Composite gained 0.21% to 4,005.44, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 0.07% to 26,452.84. India’s S&P BSE SENSEX advanced 0.10% to 84,865.58.

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 dropped 0.36% as energy and mining shares weighed on sentiment, while the Australian Dollar Index strengthened 0.67% to 65.54. The Japanese Yen Index was nearly unchanged at 65.42. Türkiye’s Istanbul Stock Exchange closed early at 12:30 local time in observance of Republic Day, capping off a shortened but active session.

Israel Market: Flat Close as Trading Volumes Stay Strong

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange ended Monday’s session mixed to slightly negative, reflecting balanced investor sentiment. The TA-35 index rose 0.15% to 3,236.46, while the TA-90 slipped 0.39% to 3,567.87. The broader TA-125 edged down 0.02% to 3,310.27, with total equity trading volume reaching approximately 3.17 billion shekels.

Bond market activity was similarly active, with turnover reaching 4.35 billion shekels. Short-term bond indices recorded marginal gains, while the All-Bond General Index slipped 0.02%. Among sector indices, the TA-Banks & 90 fell 0.11%, while the TA-Value 125 declined 0.22%. Market breadth was evenly split, with 51 gainers, 72 decliners, and 2 unchanged listings across major indices.

Outlook for Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Global investors are preparing for a data-heavy Tuesday that could influence near-term sentiment. Inflation releases in the U.S. and Eurozone will be closely watched, along with corporate earnings from major technology and consumer firms. In Asia, traders expect cautious moves ahead of key economic reports from Japan and China, while European markets are set to resume full trading following Monday’s holiday closures.

In Israel, attention will remain on foreign market direction and domestic macro data, as local indices consolidate recent gains. With volatility at multi-month lows and investor optimism rising, global and regional markets are poised for another day of steady, data-driven trade on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.