Investors are expected to closely track the release of the U.S. Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting minutes and the start of the second-quarter earnings season this week, as they assess whether the recent rally in U.S. equities can extend further despite growing uncertainty over interest rates, Reuters reported.
The second half of 2026 has begun on a volatile note, mirroring the choppy trading seen in recent weeks. Large-cap technology stocks, particularly semiconductor companies, have continued to drive sharp swings in major U.S. indices. While the benchmark S&P 500 delivered a robust 14.9% gain in the second quarter—its strongest quarterly performance since 2020—the sector has recently witnessed increased volatility.
