India, July 23 -- Global market sentiment got a boost following the announcement of the trade deal between the U.S. and Japan. Prospect of more deals on the trade front buoyed sentiment.

Wall Street Futures are trading in the green amidst positive developments on the trade tariffs. Major benchmarks in Europe are also trading with strong gains. Asian markets also finished trading on a positive note.

The six-currency Dollar Index has firmed up. Bond yields hardened across regions. Crude oil prices retreated as trade tensions eased. Gold declined amidst ebbing safe haven demand. Cryptocurrencies are trading on a mostly negative note. Here is a snapshot of the major world markets at this hour.

Stock Indexes:

DJIA (US30) at 44,753.50, up 0.5...