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Coherent received a $50 million grant for production expansion, which should support shares in the short term. However, the amount is only 0.5% of the company's market cap, so the reaction will be muted. The main risk is the overall volatility of the semiconductor sector.
The trade conflict and retaliatory tariffs create significant pressure on European markets. Falling exports and the threat of tariff expansion could reduce the STOXX50 by 2-4% in the coming month. The main risk is the prolongation of the conflict and US retaliatory measures.
The EU Court ruling sets a precedent for increased regulatory pressure on US corporations in Europe, raising the legal risk discount for Apple shares. The direct financial impact of the fine is insignificant, but the negative narrative could increase volatility in the short term amid uncertainty around Apple's AI strategy. The main risk is investors reassessing long-term growth potential due to tighter fiscal conditions.
USD/JPY will continue to rise towards 161-162 amid negative real rates in Japan and hawkish Fed rhetoric. Record short positions and lack of interventions strengthen the uptrend. The main risk is a sudden currency intervention by the Japanese Ministry of Finance if 162 is breached.
Moderate euro strengthening is expected with potential of 0.5-1.5% over 30 days, but growth is limited by the fact that markets have already priced in the current hike, and the ECB's refusal to give clear signals and the stagflation forecast cap the upside. The main risk is if the geopolitical situation improves and oil prices drop sharply, which could ease inflationary pressure and reduce the likelihood of a second hike, hitting the euro.
The US dollar is expected to strengthen amid aggressive Fed monetary policy and risk premium repricing. Rising Treasury bond yields make the dollar attractive for carry trade, and the regulator's hawkish stance supports demand for the asset. The main risk is an unexpected slowdown in inflation, which could ease pressure on the Fed.