Global markets showed a muted response after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed planned actions, easing immediate investor concerns.
The Nasdaq entered correction territory, while the announcement offered only limited relief across equities, commodities, and currency markets.
Brent crude slipped less than 1%, holding near elevated levels, after a sharp overnight surge that reflected ongoing supply uncertainty.
Wall Street futures edged up 0.4%, far below earlier gains, suggesting investors are becoming less reactive to policy signals.
In Europe, EUROSTOXX 50 futures rose modestly, while U.S. Treasuries and the dollar remained largely unchanged in cautious trading.
Across Asia, equities declined, with regional indexes posting notable weekly losses, highlighting persistent investor unease.
Central banks are increasingly warning of stagflation risks, with policymakers balancing stubborn inflation against slowing global growth.
Recent comments from Federal Reserve officials point to heightened inflation concerns, as markets reassess interest rate expectations and future policy direction.
