U.S. stocks inch up as trade talks with China start in London, aiming to avert a recession.

On June 9, 2025, U.S. stock indexes showed modest gains as trade talks between the U.S. and China began in London, aimed at avoiding a potential recession. The S&P 500 rose 0.1%, while the Dow Jones remained flat and the Nasdaq increased 0.3%. These gains come amid easing consumer expectations for future inflation and strong equity gains in Asia. Chinese stocks rose, but results were mixed in other global markets.