On Friday, U.S. stock markets closed lower as producer prices rose, impacting possible Fed rate cuts. Asian markets mixed, European markets down, US futures down.
China's Hainan province reduces down payment for first-time homebuyers to 20%, aiming to stabilize slumping housing market. Goldman Sachs predicts prolonged downturn.
Hyundai's Business Research Center auto group leader noted that the price cuts by Tesla and the rise of BYD have triggered a global price war in the EV market.