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New Zealand Dollar consolidates around 0.5675 vs USD as bears await Trump-Xi summit
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New Zealand Dollar consolidates around 0.5675 vs USD as bears await Trump-Xi summit

The NZD/USD pair flatlines around the 0.5675 region, trading just above its lowest level since early July, set the previous day, as investors await a meeting between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Softens below 180.00, bearish bias persists below 100-day SMA
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EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Softens below 180.00, bearish bias persists below 100-day SMA

The EUR/JPY cross trades in negative territory around 179.85 during the early European trading hours on Thursday. Intervention risks from Japanese authorities provide some support to the Japanese Yen (JPY) against the Euro (EUR).

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Xi lands for Trump summit
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Xi lands for Trump summit

From 500 jets to salvage mode: Boeing's China hopes shrink ahead of summit Google readies Gemini 4 launch as it seeks to regain ground in the AI model race AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6%…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Canadian Dollar holds steady amid oil uncertainties, hawkish Fed sentiment
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Canadian Dollar holds steady amid oil uncertainties, hawkish Fed sentiment

USD/CAD steadies after three days of gains, trading around 1.4100 during Asian hours on Thursday. The USD/CAD pair has moved little as the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD) maintains its position amid cautious sentiment surrounding oil prices.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
United States Dollar Index holds gains slightly above 101 amid strong US growth prospects
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United States Dollar Index holds gains slightly above 101 amid strong US growth prospects

The US Dollar (USD) holds onto Wednesday’s strong gains in the Asian trade on Thursday. As of writing, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the Greenback’s value against six major currencies, trades firmly near a fresh eight week high of 101.23 posted the previous day.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Japanese Yen gathers strength amid surging 10-year JGB yields
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Japanese Yen gathers strength amid surging 10-year JGB yields

The USD/JPY pair attracts some sellers to around 157.85 during the Asian trading hours on Thursday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) strengthens against the US Dollar (USD) as traders remain on high alert for further intervention from Japanese authorities.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australian Dollar declines against Japanese Yen following mixed jobs data
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Australian Dollar declines against Japanese Yen following mixed jobs data

AUD/JPY extends its losses for the second successive day, trading around 110.80 during Asian hours on Thursday. The currency cross continues to trade under pressure as the Australian Dollar (AUD) remains subdued following the release of the latest domestic labor market data.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat
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AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat

The muted reaction in AUD/USD reflects a report that offers something for both sides: headline hiring was strong, but a higher jobless rate and a fall in full-time roles temper the hawkish read. Rates markets are likely to treat the unemployment rise as a supply-side story, driven by participation, which keeps the focus on…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australian Dollar hangs near August 7 low after weak jobs data, ahead of Trump-Xi summit
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Australian Dollar hangs near August 7 low after weak jobs data, ahead of Trump-Xi summit

The AUD/USD pair hits a fresh low since August 7, around the 0.7025 region, following the release of Australian monthly jobs data, though it lacks follow-through selling and defends the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) pivotal support.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Heads up: China markets shut Friday for Mid-Autumn Festival, with week-long Golden Week break ahead
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Heads up: China markets shut Friday for Mid-Autumn Festival, with week-long Golden Week break ahead

With mainland markets and Stock Connect shut on the final day of the Trump-Xi summit, Hong Kong equities and the offshore yuan become the main channel for pricing any China-related headlines. Thinner cross-border flows can amplify moves in Hong Kong-listed China names, since southbound mainland buying is absent.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6% (expected 4.5%, prior 4.5%)
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Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6% (expected 4.5%, prior 4.5%)

Australian Employment Change 39.5K expected 20K, prior -15.8K Full Time Employment Change -6.3K prior 6.3K Part-Time 45.8K prior -32.2K Participation Rate 67.1% expected 66.9%, prior 66.9% --- Background: Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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WTI slips below $91.00 despite rising US-Iran friction
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WTI slips below $91.00 despite rising US-Iran friction

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price depreciates after registering modest gains in the previous day, trading around $90.80 per barrel during Asian hours on Thursday. Crude oil prices may rebound as ongoing uncertainty surrounds the progress of the United States (US)-Iran diplomatic talks.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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British Pound bears retain control near July lows amid Fed-BoE divergence
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British Pound bears retain control near July lows amid Fed-BoE divergence

The GBP/USD pair sticks to a mildly negative bias for the fourth straight day, trading around the 1.3230-1.3225 region during the Asian session on Thursday, near its lowest level since early July, touched the previous day.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7489 vs. 6.7468 previous
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7489 vs. 6.7468 previous

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Thursday at 6.7489 compared to the previous day's fix of 6.7468 and 6.7184 Reuters estimate.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Euro weakens below 1.1400 as Fed rate hike expectations reinforce US Dollar strength
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Euro weakens below 1.1400 as Fed rate hike expectations reinforce US Dollar strength

The EUR/USD pair loses ground to near 1.1380 during the early Asian trading hours on Thursday. The major pair extends its downside as hawkish signals from the US Federal Reserve (Fed) boost the US Dollar (USD) against the Euro (EUR).

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Japan flash PMI: growth slows to four-month low as price pressures stay intense
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Japan flash PMI: growth slows to four-month low as price pressures stay intense

Sticky price pressures and the strongest hiring since February keep the inflation side of the Bank of Japan's case intact, even as activity growth slows. The survey's explicit link between cost pressures and the weak yen may add to policymakers' sensitivity to further currency weakness.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says US-China trade truce extended through January 10
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says US-China trade truce extended through January 10

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the United States (US) and China have agreed to extend a bilateral trade truce that was set to expire in November through January 10, Blomoberg reported on Wednesday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy says ready for energy ceasefire with Russia
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy says ready for energy ceasefire with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv remains ready for a bilateral “energy ceasefire” with Russia after holding separate talks with the leaders of the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK) in New York City, CNBC reported on Wednesday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Statistics on Securities Financing Transactions in Japan
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Statistics on Securities Financing Transactions in Japan

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Statistics on Securities Financing Transactions in Japan”.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Iran President sends defiant message to US over potential talks
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Iran President sends defiant message to US over potential talks

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the country won’t allow freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz while sanctions and a US blockade remain in place, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Gold falls below $4,300 on Fed hawkish signals
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Gold falls below $4,300 on Fed hawkish signals

Gold price (XAU/USD) tumbles to near $4,290 during the early Asian session on Thursday. The precious metal loses momentum as hawkish signals from Federal Reserve (Fed) policymakers bolstered rate hike expectations, weighing on non-yielding bullion.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Australian Dollar tumbles amid soaring US yields, ahead of jobs data
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Australian Dollar tumbles amid soaring US yields, ahead of jobs data

The Aussie Dollar stumbles over 1% against the US Dollar on Wednesday as US Treasury yields soar, with the US 5- and 10-year T-note yields surpassing the 5% threshold amid investor confidence in further Federal Reserve tightening. The AUD/USD trades at 0.7039 after peaking at 0.7118.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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New Zealand Dollar slides toward its range floor as US yields climb
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New Zealand Dollar slides toward its range floor as US yields climb

The bottom of NZD/USD's range since April is about 0.5600, and the pair is back in the lower part of it. It is trading just under 0.5700, its lowest since early July, which is about where it was before the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) began raising rates on July 8.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Japanese Yen gives back most of its rally as Fed hike talk grows
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Japanese Yen gives back most of its rally as Fed hike talk grows

Holding up the Yen is costing Japan more each time and working for less time. USD/JPY is trading above 158.00, on track for its first daily close above its 200-day average since September 2.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Euro extends its slide as US surveys top Europe's strong reading
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Euro extends its slide as US surveys top Europe's strong reading

Europe's September business surveys were the strongest since April 2023, and the Euro fell to its lowest since late July on the day they came out. The eurozone's flash Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) composite reading came in at 53.1 against a 51.5 forecast, with services at 53 against 51.7.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
US and China extend Busan trade truce to January 10 as Xi arrives for Trump summit
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US and China extend Busan trade truce to January 10 as Xi arrives for Trump summit

The extension removes a near-term cliff risk for Asian assets, with the truce otherwise due to expire in November, and should underpin the yuan and China-sensitive currencies such as the Australian dollar. Because an extension was widely signposted, the bigger swing factor is whether the summit produces the broader deal Beijing…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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British Pound sells off hard as US surveys outpace the UK's
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British Pound sells off hard as US surveys outpace the UK's

Wednesday's flash Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) surveys showed US business growing at its fastest pace since July 2021 and British business slowing.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call
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Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call

A dip to 4.4% would reinforce the view that Australia's labour market remains tight relative to RBA projections, likely supporting the Australian dollar and front-end yields as traders weigh the inflation trade-off the central bank has flagged. A steady 4.5% with modest job gains would largely match the RBA's own path and…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Bears press 209.00 as downtrend deepens
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GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Bears press 209.00 as downtrend deepens

The GBP/JPY pair extends its losses on Wednesday to two straight trading sessions, down over 0.17% and trading near the week's lows, with 209.40 seen as the first support level before sellers push prices lower.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australia’s Unemployment Rate rises to 4.6% in August, vs 4.5% expected
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Australia’s Unemployment Rate rises to 4.6% in August, vs 4.5% expected

Australia’s Unemployment Rate climbed to 4.6% in August from 4.5% in July, according to the official data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Thursday. The figure came in above the market consensus of 4.5%.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Mexican Peso selloff deepens as Fed hawks drive USD/MXN toward 17.50
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Mexican Peso selloff deepens as Fed hawks drive USD/MXN toward 17.50

The Mexican Peso (MXN) extends its depreciation against the Greenback as the USD/MXN pair rallies over 1.25% amid speculation that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will raise rates again, with Fed officials leaning hawkish and underpinning the US Dollar (USD).

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Economic and event calendar in Asia Thursday, September 24, 2026: Australian jobs report
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Economic and event calendar in Asia Thursday, September 24, 2026: Australian jobs report

Previews of the Australian jobs data are here: Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000 gain, unemployment steady at 4.5% Australia jobs preview: employment seen rebounding in August, jobless rate at 4.5% AUD looks ready for a bounce back if the jobs data is strong. I'll have more to come on this separately.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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investing Live Americas market news wrap: Strong US services PMI leads to a big breakdown in bonds
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investing Live Americas market news wrap: Strong US services PMI leads to a big breakdown in bonds

US September S&P Global flash services PMI 58.7 vs 56.0 expected US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033% Iranian president says Iran is open to diplomacy but will defend its interests in Hormuz Iranian official says reopening the Strait of Hormuz was discussed in U. S.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
USD/CHF Price Forecast: Bulls retake control, eye 0.8300 break
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USD/CHF Price Forecast: Bulls retake control, eye 0.8300 break

The USD/CHF pair climbs some 0.5% on Wednesday as the uptrend resumes following a retracement after hitting a yearly high on September 16 at 0.8263, which dragged the exchange rate below 0.8200, before recovering some ground. At the time of writing, the pair trades at 0.8244.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Gold buckles as 5% yields and Fed hawks take control
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Gold buckles as 5% yields and Fed hawks take control

Gold sank by over 1.5% during the North American session on Wednesday as investors grew confident that the Federal Reserve (Fed) would raise rates at the October meeting. That confidence stems from hawkish remarks made by several officials.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Silver Price Forecast: Fed hawks knock XAG/USD toward $64 support
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Silver Price Forecast: Fed hawks knock XAG/USD toward $64 support

Silver (XAG/USD) price tumbles over 3.67% on Wednesday as investors increase Federal Reserve (Fed)-hawkish bets, following remarks by several officials supporting last week’s rate hike and penciling in further tightening. XAG/USD trades at $64.59, after reaching a high of $67.52.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Forex Today: Australia’s jobs report comes to the fore
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Forex Today: Australia’s jobs report comes to the fore

There was no respite for the US Dollar’s (USD) march north on Wednesday. In fact, the Greenback has clinched its third consecutive day of gains, hitting at the same time fresh two-month highs.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Japanese Yen declines as upbeat US PMI lifts the US Dollar and yields
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Japanese Yen declines as upbeat US PMI lifts the US Dollar and yields

The Japanese Yen (JPY) extends its decline against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, with USD/JPY climbing to a three-week high as the hawkish Federal Reserve (Fed) outlook keeps the Greenback in demand. At the time of writing, the pair trades around 158.18, up 0.50% on the day.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033%
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US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033%

The Treasury sold $70 billion of five-year notes at a high yield of 5.033%, compared with a when-issued (WI) yield of 5.002% just before the auction. That is a 3.1-basis-point tail, well above the six-auction average of 0.6 basis points.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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US 10-year yield hits a 19-year high as Fed Governor Barr backs hikes
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US 10-year yield hits a 19-year high as Fed Governor Barr backs hikes

Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Michael Barr made on Wednesday the case for more rate increases, saying the risks to getting inflation back to 2% have grown while the risks to jobs have eased.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Dow Jones Industrial Average keeps sliding as yields climb on a strong PMI
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Dow Jones Industrial Average keeps sliding as yields climb on a strong PMI

The strongest S&P Global flash Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) readings since 2021 have done nothing for the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Manufacturing came in at 57 against a 53.5 forecast and services at 58.7 against 56.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
New Zealand Dollar tumbles as strong US PMI data lifts USD
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New Zealand Dollar tumbles as strong US PMI data lifts USD

NZD/USD tumbles on Wednesday, losing 1% to trade around 0.5670 at the time of writing. The pair faces strong selling pressure as the US Dollar (USD) benefits from stronger-than-expected United States (US) activity data, reinforcing expectations of further interest-rate hikes.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
British Pound cracks as US growth burst boosts USD
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British Pound cracks as US growth burst boosts USD

The Pound Sterling (GBP) tanks over 0.70% against the Greenback on Wednesday as US economic data showed business activity is picking up, while fears of a US diesel export ban pushed crude prices higher. The GBP/USD pair trades at 1.3253, its lowest level since July 1.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Iran reviews US response to proposal aimed at ending hostilities – Reuters
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Iran reviews US response to proposal aimed at ending hostilities – Reuters

Iran is reviewing the United States’ (US) response to its proposal aimed at ending hostilities, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday, signaling that diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington remain underway.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
US September S&P Global flash services PMI 58.7 vs 56.0 expected
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US September S&P Global flash services PMI 58.7 vs 56.0 expected

Prior was 56.8 Manufacturing 57.0 vs 53.6 exp Prior manufacturing 53.2 Composite 58.4 vs 56.0 prior Employment growth strongest since June 2022 Input cost inflation highest since October 2022 This is a nice jump and underscores the Fed's rate hike and hawkish stance. These are five-year highs across the board.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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investing Live European session wrap: Brent crude retakes $100 as dollar rises, yields climb and stocks slip
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investing Live European session wrap: Brent crude retakes $100 as dollar rises, yields climb and stocks slip

Headlines: Oil slips below $100 as US-Iran talks put crude prices and Treasury yields at a crossroads The selloff in oil prices stalls as Trump pours cold water on expectations of an earlier end to the conflict Gold falls back to the major $4,300 support ahead of key US data as traders await new US-Iran developments USD/JPY…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Gold slides as strong US PMI data gives Fed room to raise rates again
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Gold slides as strong US PMI data gives Fed room to raise rates again

Gold (XAU/USD) trades on the back foot on Wednesday as expectations of further Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate hikes lift the US Dollar (USD) and weigh on the non-yielding metal. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades around $4,281 during American trading hours, down 1.75% on the day.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Euro: PMI strength limits downside against US Dollar – BBH
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Euro: PMI strength limits downside against US Dollar – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad reports EUR/USD is weaker on broad Dollar strength, but Eurozone data and European Central Bank (ECB) expectations cushion the downside. September Eurozone Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) beat forecasts, supporting additional ECB hikes.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Australian Dollar: Bearish outlook retained below 0.7140 - UOB
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Australian Dollar: Bearish outlook retained below 0.7140 - UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann describe AUD/USD price action as range-bound around 0.7115, with intraday expectations for 0.7095–0.7125.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Silver price today: Silver falls, according to FXStreet data
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Silver price today: Silver falls, according to FXStreet data

Silver prices (XAG/USD) fell on Wednesday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $65.45 per troy ounce, down 2.42% from the $67.07 it cost on Tuesday.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
US Dollar: Staying strong as Fed expectations hold – ING
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US Dollar: Staying strong as Fed expectations hold – ING

ING strategist Francesco Pesole notes the Dollar’s resilience despite lower Oil prices and improved global risk sentiment, highlighting that hawkish Federal Reserve communication is keeping the Dollar supported.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Hungarian Forint: Cautious MNB stance supports HUF – Commerzbank
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Hungarian Forint: Cautious MNB stance supports HUF – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Antje Praefcke reviews the Hungarian Central Bank decision to keep the key rate at 5.50% while lowering its medium-term inflation target to 2.5% from 2028. The MNB slightly raised its 2027 inflation forecast and will move to eight policy meetings per year.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Euro dips against Canadian Dollar following HCOB PMI data release
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Euro dips against Canadian Dollar following HCOB PMI data release

EUR/CAD halts its four day-winning streak, trading around 1.6090 during the European hours on Wednesday. The currency cross is under pressure as the Euro (EUR) holds losses following the release of the latest HCOB Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data for Germany and the broader Eurozone.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
UK September flash services PMI 51.7 vs 52.0 expected
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UK September flash services PMI 51.7 vs 52.0 expected

Prior 52.5 Manufacturing PMI 52.0 vs 51.5 expected Prior 51.7 Composite PMI 51.7 vs 52.0 expected Prior 52.5 Comment: Chris Williamson, Chief Business Economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence said: “September is seeing a worrying combination of disappointingly sluggish economic growth and intensifying inflationary pressures…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Eurozone PMI jumps as services surge, price pressures keep ECB October rate hike in play
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Eurozone PMI jumps as services surge, price pressures keep ECB October rate hike in play

Eurozone September flash services PMI 53.0 vs 51.5 expected Prior 51.6 Eurozone September flash manufacturing PMI 52.7 vs 52.6 expected Prior 52.7 Eurozone September flash composite PMI 53.1 vs 51.7 expected Prior 52.0 Following the stronger showings in both France and Germany earlier, the more robust business activity in the…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Germany September flash manufacturing PMI 53.8 vs 54.0 expected
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Germany September flash manufacturing PMI 53.8 vs 54.0 expected

Prior 54.3 Services PMI 52.9 vs 50.0 expected Prior 49.7 Composite PMI 53.8 vs 51.8 expected Prior 51.8 Comment: Phil Smith, Economics Associate Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence said "German businesses reported further signs of resilience in September, with output growth picking up speed, expectations towards the…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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France PMI jumps back into expansion in September but inflation pressures complicate the ECB outlook
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France PMI jumps back into expansion in September but inflation pressures complicate the ECB outlook

France September flash services PMI 51.4 vs 48.3 expected Prior 48.0 France September flash manufacturing PMI 50.3 vs 50.9 expected Prior 51.1 France September flash composite PMI 51.2 vs 48.7 expected Prior 48.5 That is a strong read as French business activity moved back into expansion territory (>50.0) in September…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
What are the main events for today?
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What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSION In the European session, we get the Flash PMIs for the major Eurozone economies and the UK. The market focus might now shift to growth, given the aggressive tightening already priced in.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Euro area PMIs put inflation pressures and the ECB rate path in focus
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Euro area PMIs put inflation pressures and the ECB rate path in focus

We will be getting the preliminary PMI data for September for France, Germany, and the overall Eurozone later today. In terms of key estimates, markets are looking for: Manufacturing PMI: France 50.9 (prior 51.1), Germany 54.0 (prior 54.3), Eurozone 52.6 (prior 52.7) Services PMI: France 48.3 (prior 48.0), Germany 50.0 (prior…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
ADB holds China growth forecast at 4.6%, cuts inflation view as demand softens
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ADB holds China growth forecast at 4.6%, cuts inflation view as demand softens

A China inflation forecast below 1% for both this year and next underlines how little price pressure the world's second-largest economy is generating, keeping deflation risk in view and leaving room for further policy support from Beijing. That contrasts with much of the rest of the region, where energy costs tied to the…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Oil slips as US and Iran hold Qatar-mediated talks
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Oil slips as US and Iran hold Qatar-mediated talks

Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000 gain, unemployment steady at 4.5% Morgan Stanley prefers Nokia as it turns bearish on Ericsson Australia jobs preview: employment seen rebounding in August, jobless rate at 4.5% Gold edges up or goes nowhere? Headlines clash as rates and oil pull in opposite ways PBOC sets USD/ CNY…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000 gain, unemployment steady at 4.5%
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Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000 gain, unemployment steady at 4.5%

With CBA below consensus and Westpac above it , the major banks bracket the market's 20,000 forecast, so a result anywhere in that band is unlikely to move rate expectations much ahead of next week's widely expected RBA hike. The bigger swing factor is the unemployment rate: CBA's view that it needs to drift higher to curb…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australia jobs preview: employment seen rebounding in August, jobless rate at 4.5%
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Australia jobs preview: employment seen rebounding in August, jobless rate at 4.5%

The data land days before the Reserve Bank of Australia's 29 September meeting, where a rate increase is widely expected, so a result near or above forecasts would do little to shift near-term pricing but could firm expectations for further tightening in November. A second straight fall in employment, or a jump in unemployment…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australia flash PMI: growth slows to Q3 low as factories contract and firms cut jobs
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Australia flash PMI: growth slows to Q3 low as factories contract and firms cut jobs

The survey hands the RBA a mixed signal days before its 29 September decision: softer demand and job cuts argue for caution, while faster growth in output prices keeps the inflation case for a hike alive. With markets already heavily priced for a move, the data may do more to shape expectations for November than for next week.

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ECB says China's industrial rise is squeezing German manufacturers out of global markets
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ECB says China's industrial rise is squeezing German manufacturers out of global markets

The findings reinforce the structural case against Germany's export-heavy industrial base, a headwind for autos, machinery and capital goods names that a cyclical recovery may only partly offset. For the ECB, cheaper Chinese imports are a potential source of downward pressure on goods prices, which could complicate the…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Economic and event calendar in Asia Wednesday, September 23, 2026: Australian flash PMIs
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Economic and event calendar in Asia Wednesday, September 23, 2026: Australian flash PMIs

Australia flash PMIs preview: September data arrive days before an expected RBA hike. Australia's preliminary S&P Global purchasing managers' indexes for September are due at 23:00 GMT (7pm US Eastern) on Wednesday, which is 9am Thursday on the east coast of Australia.

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investing Live Americas market news wrap: US and Iran officials meet at UN
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investing Live Americas market news wrap: US and Iran officials meet at UN

Recap: US and Iran meet in New York on UNGA sidelines, Hormuz conditions on the table Trump and Bessent talk about a diesel export ban. Also says spoke with Iran for 3 hours Fed's Barkin says he thinks the hiking cycle could be like the Greenspan "mid-cycle adjustment" US treasury sells $69 billion of two-year notes at a high…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
US treasury sells $69 billion of two-year notes at a high yield of 4.787%
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US treasury sells $69 billion of two-year notes at a high yield of 4.787%

High yield of 4.787% WI level at the time of the auction 4.785% Tail 0.2 basis points versus average of 0.1 basis point Bid to cover 2.63X average of 2.61X Directs 29.2% versus average of 28.3% Indirects 57.79% versus average of 58.6% Dealers 13.19% versus average of 13.1% Auction grade: C The auction was close to average…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Foreign Currency Reserves 2026 – Market Notice 22 September 2026
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Foreign Currency Reserves 2026 – Market Notice 22 September 2026

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US September Richmond composite index -2 vs +4 prior
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US September Richmond composite index -2 vs +4 prior

Services index 0 vs -8 prior Composite index -2 vs +4 prior Manufacturing shipments -5 vs +11 prior This is a mixed bag relative to the prior numbers but none of it is good, as all the main indexes are at zero or below. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Philly Fed nonmanufacturing survey -22.0 vs -10.6 prior
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Philly Fed nonmanufacturing survey -22.0 vs -10.6 prior

Regional activity -22.0 vs -10.6 prior (lowest since June) New orders -2.2 vs -10.1 prior Sales/revenues 6.8 vs 7.9 prior Full-time employment 19.0 vs 2.1 prior (highest since June 2022) Part-time employment 10.7 vs 1.1 prior Prices paid 37.8 vs 29.2 prior Prices received 20.0 vs 10.3 prior (highest since June) Wage and…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
investing Live European FX news wrap: Oil prices extend losses as Iran offers to reopen Hormuz, Saudi Arabia prepares to resume oil exports
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investing Live European FX news wrap: Oil prices extend losses as Iran offers to reopen Hormuz, Saudi Arabia prepares to resume oil exports

Headlines: Fars news denies reports of Iran ready to reopen Strait of Hormuz if the US eases blockade Oil prices extend decline as Saudi Arabia restarts East-West pipeline, prepares to resume crude exports Silver remains supported amid growing Middle East de-escalation hopes as Iran offers to reopen Hormuz Oil prices hover…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Fars News denies reports of Iran ready to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US eases blockade
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Fars News denies reports of Iran ready to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US eases blockade

Reports of potential negotiations between Iran and the US and the possibility of the Strait of Hormuz reopening pushed oil prices lower earlier in the session, but Iranian sources are now denying the claims via Fars News. Kyodo and Reuters reported earlier, citing Iranian sources, that Tehran could be prepared to reopen the…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Oil prices extend decline as Saudi Arabia restarts East-West pipeline, prepares to resume crude exports
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Oil prices extend decline as Saudi Arabia restarts East-West pipeline, prepares to resume crude exports

Saudi Arabia is preparing to resume crude oil exports from the Red Sea port of Yanbu as early as Tuesday, according to people familiar with the matter, in another sign that the kingdom is gradually restoring its disrupted oil export infrastructure. Several Asian refiners have reportedly been informed by Saudi Aramco that they…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz within seven days if US eases blockade
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Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz within seven days if US eases blockade

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States takes steps to ease military and economic pressure on Tehran, according to a senior Iranian government official cited by Kyodo News . The proposal was reportedly conveyed to Washington through intermediaries as diplomatic efforts intensify…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
10-year Treasury yields stay near 5%, what would trigger the next break higher?
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10-year Treasury yields stay near 5%, what would trigger the next break higher?

After all the hype and talk about the Fed, somehow stocks are finding some breathing room again. The Nasdaq closed at a record high on Monday as AI optimism returned, while the S&P 500 also posted a strong rebound.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Central bankers flag inflation risks
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Central bankers flag inflation risks

RBA's Bullock says supply shocks hard for policy to manage, flags second round risk Low expectations set for Trump-Xi meeting as trade truce set to be extended RBNZ's Breman says higher oil prices point to firmer near-term inflation ICYMI: Bessent says all Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide from September 23 ICYMI…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Low expectations set for Trump-Xi meeting as trade truce set to be extended
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Low expectations set for Trump-Xi meeting as trade truce set to be extended

With both sides signalling modest ambitions, markets are unlikely to see a major trade breakthrough from this week's meeting, reducing the odds of a sharp risk on move tied to US-China relations specifically. The expected extension of the Busan trade truce, due to expire in November, removes a near term tail risk of renewed…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australian state slaps tight restrictions on data centers: 150 metre buffer, self power, water curbs
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Australian state slaps tight restrictions on data centers: 150 metre buffer, self power, water curbs

The rules add a fresh layer of regulatory cost and complexity for data centre developers operating in Victoria, potentially slowing approvals or raising build costs for companies required to source dedicated renewable energy and non-drinking water supplies. Because the changes are not retrospective, already approved projects…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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investing Live Americas FX news wrap 21 Sept: Nasdaq closes at a record,oil slides, Fed officials discuss more hikes
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investing Live Americas FX news wrap 21 Sept: Nasdaq closes at a record,oil slides, Fed officials discuss more hikes

Fed's Collins pencils in second hike this year, then expects rates on hold in 2027 Nasdaq Composite closes at a record as Meta and chip stocks surge Trump proposes USD 5 billion fund to help rebuild Gulf energy sites — WSJ St. Louis Fed’s Musalem: Interest rates likely need to rise further to tame inflation Meta shares surge…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Expect the News Headlines from Trump and the administration to be fast and furious going into the elections
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Expect the News Headlines from Trump and the administration to be fast and furious going into the elections

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hit the news circuit today and followed up with a post on X touting economic gains under the administration. Meanwhile, President Trump has been posting a mix of combative press criticism, upbeat trade/policy announcements, and walked back escalatory war rhetoric on Iran — a pattern likely to…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Bank of Canada’s Macklem: US tariffs could roughly halve fourth-quarter growth to below 1%
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Bank of Canada’s Macklem: US tariffs could roughly halve fourth-quarter growth to below 1%

Comments from Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem cross the wires: If new US tariffs remain in place, Q4 growth could be roughly halved to below 1% If oil prices stay near $100 a barrel, we'd expect inflation to edge up in coming months Fuel prices have risen more than we'd normally expect, reflecting damage to global…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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