Global Stocks Edge Higher Amid Anticipation of Inflation Data

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Global shares mostly rose, with European and Asian markets gaining momentum ahead of the U.S. Memorial Day holiday. Semiconductor stocks, particularly in Taiwan and South Korea, saw significant gains due to strong demand driven by AI, cloud computing, and 5G technology. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also saw gains, bolstered by Nvidia's strong performance. Oil prices increased, while the U.S. dollar slightly weakened against the yen. Concerns about inflation and potential interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve continue to influence market sentiment.
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