As Wall Street continues its rally to record highs, stock futures remain unchanged amid an ongoing government shutdown. Investors are encouraged to 'buy the dip' despite delays in key economic data. Experts predict a strong finish for the S&P 500 this year.
Asian equities experienced their largest gain in two weeks, driven by Wall Street's rally and increased expectations for lower interest rates from the Federal Reserve. Technology stocks in Hong Kong surged by 2.7%, while Shanghai shares reached a decade high.
