WS #6022

The dominant signal in this window is the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, with the suspect's manifesto now public, confirming he targeted Trump and the entire administration. This introduces significant political uncertainty but may have limited direct market impact. Separately, Trump signaled willingness to negotiate with Iran, suggesting the conflict could conclude soon, which could de-escalate geopolitical risks and lower oil prices. The attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner is now confirmed as targeting President Trump, with the suspect identified as a 31-year-old California teacher who traveled cross-country. The suspect's manifesto labeled Trump a 'pedophile, rapist, and traitor.' This event introduces political uncertainty but may have limited direct market impact. Additionally, EU consumer sentiment in the eurozone plunged to its lowest since December 2022, signaling potential economic weakness. On the positive side, Apple's MacBook Neo hit a new low price under $600, which could boost sales. The attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents' Dinner is now confirmed as targeting President Trump, with the suspect identified as a 31-year-old California teacher who traveled cross-country. The suspect's manifesto labeled Trump a 'pedophile, rapist, and traitor.' This event introduces political uncertainty but may have limited direct market impact.