Markets rally despite ongoing war, buoyed by tech stocks
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 22:00 UTC
- Sources: Financial Times
According to the Financial Times, global equity markets are climbing even as war continues to create supply‑chain shocks. Technology shares are leading the gains, lifting major indices higher, though analysts wonder if optimism is justified given heightened freight costs and geopolitical risk. The piece examines whether the rally can be sustained.
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