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Nasdaq Leads Best-Quarter Run While China Internet Funds See Bullish Options Flow

Jul 1, 2026, 7:21 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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US momentum supports near-term upside for S&P 500; China-driven risk-on bets via KWEB options could provide incremental upside if Chinese data continuity improves. Historical parallels show US indices often lift on resilient PMI data and strong earnings, though China exposure adds higher event- and sentiment-driven volatility.

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US equities extended gains with the Nasdaq posting its strongest quarter since 2020, while Chinese ETFs FXI and KWEB remain under pressure. However, a surge in KWEB call activity signals near-term upside potential for China internet names as PMI data improves. The catalyst is better Chinese manufacturing and services data alongside ongoing US momentum, implying a mixed but cautiously constructive global risk tone for S&P 500 stocks in the near term.

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