On the afternoon of the 2nd (Korean time), the U.S. New York stock market saw its major indices all record gains, reflecting improving investor sentiment. This is interpreted as a continuation of risk-asset preference, driven by a combination of market expectations regarding the economy and monetary policy.

• As of mid-session, the major indices showed the following strength:
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: 52,735.32 (up 430.08 points / 0.82% from the previous trading day)
• Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 Index: 7,529.57 (up 46.34 points / 0.62%)
• Nasdaq Composite Index: 26,173.00 (up 132.97 points / 0.51%)
• Russell 2000 Index (centered on small- and mid-cap stocks): 3,024.29 (up 11.70 points / 0.39%)

In the market, there is an assessment that expectations surrounding recently released U.S. economic indicators—which could reduce the likelihood of further tightening by the Federal Reserve (Fed)—have led to an expansion in buying. The outlook that interest rate burdens will ease is serving as a key backdrop supporting investor sentiment.

However, trends by sector show some divergence. While tech stocks are maintaining an overall upward trend, some analysts note that profit-taking sell-offs in certain semiconductor stocks are triggering rotational buying within the sector.

Investors are on high alert for upcoming economic indicators and remarks from Fed officials. In particular, with trading volume likely to gradually decrease ahead of the U.S. Independence Day holiday weekend, this is cited as a variable that could amplify short-term market volatility.

[This article was written with the assistance of AI. This article is for reference in making investment decisions and does not recommend the purchase or sale of any specific stock. The final responsibility for investments lies with the investor.]