Tech Rally Drives Markets After Maduro Ouster

Global stock markets surged on Monday as investors prioritised the ongoing artificial intelligence boom and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts over geopolitical instability.

Despite the recent US-led ouster of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, tech-heavy indices in Tokyo, Seoul, and Taipei saw significant gains, with major firms such as Samsung and TSMC reaching record or near-record highs.

While Asian equities enjoyed their strongest start to a year since 2012, analysts warned of high valuations reminiscent of the dot-com era.

Markets (News Central TV) — Tech rally drives markets after Maduro ouster. Credit: WFXG

Meanwhile, oil prices dipped as the market anticipated a potential increase in supply from Venezuela.

Although President Donald Trump announced plans to overhaul Venezuela’s oil infrastructure, experts noted that restoring production from the nation’s crumbling facilities will require massive, long-term investment.

Investors are now turning their attention to upcoming US employment data and the search for a successor to Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose term concludes in May.

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Abisoye Adedoyin Adeyiga holds a PhD in Languages and Media Studies and a Master’s in Education (English Language). Trained in digital marketing and investigative journalism, she is passionate about new media’s transformative power. She enjoys reading, traveling, and meaningful conversations.