Global stock indexes edged lower as semiconductor shares, particularly those of Micron Technology, fell. The decline in semiconductor stocks put pressure on the overall market. The Japanese yen strengthened slightly against the US dollar, although it remained near its weakest level in 38 years. Traders are awaiting the release of the US personal consumption expenditures (PCE) data, which is the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure and could impact the central bank's decision on interest rates. The yield on benchmark US 10-year notes declined, indicating a decrease in Treasury yields. In the commodities market, US crude oil and Brent crude both saw gains. [6e1b18fa]
