The Transformative Impact of AI and Insights into Xpeng's Earnings

Asian currencies look poised to benefit from a favorable mix of lower US Treasury yields, softer oil prices, and sustained downward pressure on the greenback. A cautious outlook from Walmart underscores lingering vulnerabilities that may cap gains in US assets. Stateside, traders priced in two Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.  Shares in South Korea and Australia climbed early Friday, while Japan's were mixed. US futures inched higher after the S&P 500 rose 0.4% Thursday. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says recession remains a possibility as tariff fallout continues to buffet global economies. We break down the day's market action with Michael Green, Chief Strategist at Simplify Asset Management.

Plus - we'll get earnings from Chinese EV maker XPeng in the week ahead. Linda Lew, China Autos Reporter for Bloomberg News, joins for a preview.

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