Market Summary Markets look stuck between oil-driven inflation risk and improving growth signals. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow traded with a cautious tone as Strait of Hormuz reopening hopes faded and crude stayed volatile. Investors are watching the next CPI print for confirmation on whether inflation is cooling—while sectors tied to AI and semiconductors keep drawing support. Separately, the U.S. SEC is moving toward a first major regulatory framework for crypto offerings via an upcoming Reg Crypto vote. Kazakhstan launches crypto amnesty to bring digital assets onto licensed platforms In fintech and capital markets, crypto and payments expansion continues, while banks and exchanges adjust infrastructure and oversight.