Fri, Oct 02, 2026 - Page 32
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NKE, FRMI, DKNG Plunge to 52-Week Lows Amid Multiple Pressures
Shares of Nike Inc. (NKE), Fermi LLC (FRMI), and DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) dropped to annual lows on Thursday. The slump was attributed to a combination of company-specific issues, industry-wide challenges, and broader macr
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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Treasury Yields Steady After Pullback
The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note held around 5.26% on Friday after retreating from multi-decade highs, as concerns over France’s fiscal and political outlook boosted demand for safe-haven assets. However, Treasu
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 03:44 AM UTC
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Skipper Tax Demand Rectified to 409.6 Million Rupees
Skipper Ltd announced that the Tax Authority has rectified its tax demand to 409.6 million rupees from a previous demand of 2.28 billion rupees.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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Asian Markets Trade Mostly Lower on Friday
Asian stock markets traded mostly lower on Friday, influenced by rising global bond yields and crude oil prices, which fueled inflation concerns. Reports of the U.S. sending military assets to the Middle East also contri
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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Dollar-Ringgit Forecast: Range of 4.07-4.09 Expected Next Week
Economists at Kenanga anticipate the dollar will trade in a range of 4.07 to 4.09 ringgit next week. They suggest that selective ringgit buying might occur if the dollar strengthens towards the upper end of this range, c
FX | Oct 02, 2026, 03:41 AM UTC
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Ethereum’s zkAPI for privacy-preserving payments goes live on mainnet
The Ethereum Foundation announced that zkAPI, a system enabling users to pay for services like AI without revealing billing identities, has launched on the Ethereum mainnet. Built with the Open Anonymity Project, zkAPI u
CRYPTO | Oct 02, 2026, 03:38 AM UTC
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Northcliff Files Technical Report For Sisson Project Feasibility Study Update
Northcliff has filed a technical report providing an update on the feasibility study for its Sisson Project.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:37 AM UTC
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Spot gold may retest resistance zone of $4,190-$4,194
Spot gold TVC:GOLD may retest a resistance zone of $4,190-$4,194 per ounce, with a break above potentially leading to $4,219. A bounce from $4,112 may extend, following stabilization around support at $4,136. The current
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Palantir Names Armada as Inaugural Modular Data Center Partner
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) has named Armada as its first certified modular data center partner to address increasing demand for AI infrastructure with enhanced control.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:34 AM UTC
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True Corp. Earnings Seen Resilient in 3Q by UOB Kay Hian
UOB Kay Hian analysts project True Corp.'s earnings to remain resilient in the third quarter, citing continued growth in key businesses and reduced finance costs. The Thai telecom company's core service revenue is expect
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:34 AM UTC
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PTT Exploration and Production Target Price Raised to THB125.00 by ttb wealth securities
ttb wealth securities raised its target price for PTT Exploration and Production to THB125.00 from THB111.00.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Hyundai Motor India Hikes Salaries Amid Rising Attrition
Hyundai Motor India is implementing an interim salary increase to address rising talent attrition and retain employees. The company has observed increased employee turnover in various regional offices, amidst competition
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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JSW wins over 1,000 electric bus order, beating Tata and Ashok Leyland
JSW Group has emerged as the lowest bidder for approximately 1,200 electric buses out of a 4,054-bus government tender, surpassing competitors Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland. This positions JSW for a significant entry int
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Delhi's EV policy for mid-size trucks fails to attract takers
Delhi's initiative to encourage the adoption of electric trucks by exempting them from city entry restrictions has seen no uptake. Three months after the policy's introduction, not a single mid-sized (N2) electric truck
REGULATION | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Indian Brokerages Consider New Fees Amid UPI MDR Implementation
Indian stock brokerages are contemplating introducing new charges, including mandate-based payments and transaction fees, and potentially scaling back free services. This is in response to the implementation of a merchan
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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India Capex Proposals Rise, Momentum Slows in Sept Quarter
India's investment momentum slowed in the September quarter, with new capital expenditure proposals experiencing a significant drop, even as private consumption showed traction.
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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PB Fintech share price forecast for next five years
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (Irdai) has proposed lower commission caps and tighter expense norms for insurance distribution. This has led to significant selling pressure on several insurance compan
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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South Korea September Data Suggest Easing Underlying Price Pressures
South Korea's September inflation data may indicate that the Bank of Korea's monetary policy is starting to ease underlying price pressures, according to Moody's Analytics economist John Bromhead. Core inflation decrease
RATES | Oct 02, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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Raymond Lifestyle Appoints Publicis Groupe India as Integrated Marketing Partner
Raymond Lifestyle has appointed Publicis Groupe India as its integrated marketing partner, bringing together creative, media, performance marketing, CRM, digital, reputation, and technology capabilities.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.22%, Nasdaq 100 +0.39%; USD/JPY -0.1%, WTI -0.34%, 1810 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.22 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.39 percent, Dow futures is up 0.15 percent and Russell futures is up 0.24 percent. In currencies, the dollar inde
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Godavari Biorefineries Receives Patent for Viral Infection Compounds
Godavari Biorefineries Ltd announced that the Mexican Patent Office has granted a patent for compounds developed to treat viral infections.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Japan 13-Wk T-Bill Yield 1.2875% at Auction
Japan's Ministry of Finance auctioned Y2.698 trillion of 13-week treasury discount bills at a lowest price of 99.6520, yielding 1.2875%.
RATES | Oct 02, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Citi Expands Digital Asset Services to UAE and Japan
Citi has announced the expansion of its token services into UAE and Japan as part of its strategy to build a connected financial ecosystem for corporate and financial institutional clients.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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Geely Automobile Reports 292,168 September Vehicle Sales
Geely Automobile Holdings Limited reported September sales of 292,168 vehicles, marking a 7% year-over-year increase and an 8% month-over-month rise. New Energy Vehicle (NEV) sales reached 190,868, up 16% year-over-year
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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Geely Auto Group Reports 292,168 Sales in September
Geely Auto Group reported sales of 292,168 vehicles in September, its highest monthly volume of the year and the seventh consecutive month of both year-on-year and month-on-month growth. Sales increased 7% from a year ag
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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XCMG Supports Construction of Capital Diamond Tower in Egypt
XCMG is providing support for the construction of the Capital Diamond Tower, a mixed-use high-rise project in Egypt's New Administrative Capital, which is planned to reach approximately 234 meters in height and is slated
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:25 AM UTC
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African Union Commission: urges Ethiopia, Eritrea and Egypt to exercise maximum restraint, avoid actions or statements that may escalate tensions and undermine regional peace
African Union Commission: urges Ethiopia, Eritrea and Egypt to exercise maximum restraint, avoid actions or statements that may escalate tensions and undermine regional peace
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 03:24 AM UTC
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Japan Economy Minister: Excessively Loose Monetary Policy No Longer Needed
Japan's Economy Minister Minoru Kiuchi stated on Friday that the country is no longer experiencing deflation, and therefore does not require excessively loose monetary policy to pursue higher inflation. He also noted tha
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 03:20 AM UTC
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FirstWave Cloud Technology Raises $1.06m
FirstWave Cloud Technology has secured firm commitments for a $1.06 million placement to fund working capital, target conversion of a $16.5m open sales pipeline, and prepare new software products for market.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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Palladium Slides to 1-Year Low
Palladium futures fell to around $1,170 per ounce, reaching a one-year low, pressured by a stronger US dollar and elevated Treasury yields as investors awaited US payrolls data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s rate pat
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 03:17 AM UTC
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WTI Crude Oil Futures May Fall Into $90.45-$91.61 Range
WTI crude oil futures (CL1!) may decline to the $90.45-$91.61 per barrel range, facing strong resistance at $93.49. A retracement analysis of the downtrend from $96.53 indicates this level as a key barrier where momentum
ENERGY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:17 AM UTC
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Palm Oil Hits 13-Week Low, Set for Second Straight Weekly Loss
Malaysian palm oil futures declined for a sixth straight session on Friday, reaching a 13-week low and on track for their second consecutive weekly loss, pressured by weakness in Chicago soyoil.
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 03:15 AM UTC
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BofA: China PMI Recovery Encouraging Amid Fragile Domestic Demand
BofA Securities stated that China's PMI recovery is encouraging, driven by faster manufacturing production and a rebound in services and construction, indicating sequential improvement in economic activity. However, the
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 03:10 AM UTC
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Gas Malaysia CEO: Expects Final Investment Decision On Kedah Regasification Terminal In H2 2027; Commercial Operations By End-2030
Terminal Would Allow Gas Sourcing Directly From Suppliers Other Than Petronas
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 03:09 AM UTC
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Gas Malaysia targets 2027 investment decision on Kedah LNG terminal
Gas Malaysia aims to make a final investment decision on its first regasification terminal by the second half of 2027, with the facility due to come online by the end of 2030.
ENERGY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:08 AM UTC
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CRWD, TWLO, Everpure Stocks Approach 52-Week Highs
CrowdStrike (CRWD), Twilio (TWLO), and Everpure (P) climbed toward fresh 52-week highs on Thursday. Twilio and Everpure gained 3% and 2% respectively, while CrowdStrike edged up 0.5%.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:04 AM UTC
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Palm Oil Falls on Lower Soybean Oil Prices
Palm oil declined in Asian trading, following overnight drops in soybean oil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade. AmInvestment Bank noted a bearish outlook for crude palm oil futures, while also suggesting global vegeta
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 03:03 AM UTC
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Manulife Closes Long-Term Care Reinsurance Transaction with Munich Re
Manulife has closed a long-term care reinsurance transaction with Munich Re.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:01 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.2%, Nasdaq 100 +0.38%; USD/JPY -0.06%, WTI -0.02%, 1810 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.2 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.38 percent, Dow futures is up 0.16 percent and Russell futures is up 0.2 percent. In currencies, the dollar index
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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TSLA Eyes Worst Week In 2 Months As Q3 Deliveries Loom
Tesla (TSLA) shares are on track for their worst week in over two months ahead of its Q3 delivery report. One analyst, however, bets on a strong performance despite broader EV demand concerns.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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6K Additive Executes Final US Export-Import Bank Loan Agreement to Support Burgettstown Expansion
6K Additive ASX:6KA has executed a final US$27.4 million secured loan agreement with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) to support expansion of its manufacturing capacity in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, fo
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:58 AM UTC
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Latin America most exposed to potential US diesel export ban, Goldman Sachs says
Goldman Sachs stated that Latin America would be the most vulnerable region to any US ban on diesel exports, as imports from the US constitute over 50% of diesel consumption in Ecuador, Chile, Mexico, and Peru.
ENERGY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:54 AM UTC
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Lynas Rare Earths Price Target Cut to A$21.00/Share by UBS
UBS cut its price target on Lynas Rare Earths to A$21.00 per share, a 6.7% reduction from its previous target.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:54 AM UTC
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Nike: Piper Sandler Cuts Target Price To $28 From $38
Nike: Piper Sandler Cuts Target Price To $28 From $38
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:53 AM UTC
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UOB Kay Hian Cuts Telkom Indonesia Target to IDR3,300
UOB Kay Hian has lowered its target price for Telkom Indonesia to IDR3,300 from IDR3,600.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:51 AM UTC
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Telkom Indonesia Faces Execution Risks: UOB Kay Hian
UOB Kay Hian analysts identified near-term execution risks for Telkom Indonesia stemming from management changes and asset reorganization.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:50 AM UTC
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Xunlong Sci-Tech Analysts Cite Strong Competitive Moat
Hangzhou Qiandaohu Xunlong Sci-Tech, the company behind the Kaluga Queen caviar brand, possesses a seven- to 15-year biological asset moat that rivals cannot replicate, according to DBS Group Research analysts. The Hong
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:49 AM UTC
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Hangzhou Qiandaohu Xunlong Sci-Tech: DBS Group Research Initiates Target Price at HK$90.00
DBS Group Research has initiated coverage on Hangzhou Qiandaohu Xunlong Sci-Tech, setting a target price of HK$90.00.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC
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Hangzhou Qiandaohu Xunlong Sci-Tech Started at Buy by DBS Group Research
DBS Group Research initiated coverage of Hangzhou Qiandaohu Xunlong Sci-Tech with a Buy rating.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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UOB Kay Hian raises True Corp. target price to THB16.50
UOB Kay Hian raised its target price for True Corp. to THB16.50 from THB15.70.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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NY AG named special prosecutor in Cornell rape probe
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed state Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor in the case of an alleged 2024 gang rape of a Cornell University student.
REGULATION | Oct 02, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC
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Trump Is 'Not Working for You, He's Working for Himself, Says Elizabeth Warren: 'Made Billions From Crypto'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) accused President Donald Trump on Thursday of putting his own financial interests ahead of the American people. Warren Takes Aim at Trump Warren said in an X post that the Trump family “ma
LIVE | Oct 02, 2026, 02:42 AM UTC
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Indonesian Shares Poised for Fourth Weekly Loss
Indonesian stocks slipped 27 points, or 0.5%, to 5,984 in Friday’s early trade, marking a sixth straight decline and hovering near their lowest since mid-July, as selling hit tech, transport, and infrastructure. Caution
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:39 AM UTC
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Aussie Dollar Heads for 4th Weekly Loss
The Australian dollar was little changed below $0.70, trading near multi-month lows as the greenback extended its bull run on surging US Treasury yields. The Aussie is heading for a fourth straight week of losses despite
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:38 AM UTC
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Vietnam dong, gold rates - October 2
Here's a snapshot of Vietnamese dong exchange rates in the official and unofficial markets, indicative SJC gold prices in Hanoi and interbank offered rates at GMT.NOTES: The State Bank of Vietnam sets the mid-point rate
RATES | Oct 02, 2026, 02:38 AM UTC
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US Stock Futures Higher Ahead of Jobs Report; NKE, NFLX, BABA, XRPN in Focus
U.S. stock futures traded higher late Thursday as traders await the September jobs report for clues on the Federal Reserve's next policy move. Dow futures were up 0.09%, and S&P 500 futures had gained.
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC
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Gold Falls; US Dollar, Yields Key Obstacles For Price Gain - WSJ
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COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 02:37 AM UTC
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Yen Steadies After Hot Tokyo Inflation Data
The Japanese yen strengthened slightly below 158 per dollar on Friday, trimming recent losses after data showed Tokyo’s core inflation accelerated to 2.7% in September, exceeding the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for the fir
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC
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Japan's Kiuchi: Takaichi Admin’s Policy Differs From Abenomics, Seeking Both Strong Growth And Fiscal Discipline
Focuses On Boosting Japan s Supply Capacity
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC
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Japan Economy Minister Kiuchi: Japan No Longer In Deflation, So Excessively Loose Monetary Policy Is Unnecessary
Takaichi Administration s Policy Differs From Reflationist Efforts To End Deflation
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Takaichi administration's strategy differs from Abenomics by targeting both robust economy and fiscal discipline, emphasizing supply capacity enhancement
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Takaichi administration's strategy differs from Abenomics by targeting both robust economy and fiscal discipline, emphasizing supply capacity enhancement
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC
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Singapore Dollar Consolidates Ahead of U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Report
The Singapore dollar is consolidating against its U.S. counterpart as traders await the upcoming U.S. nonfarm payrolls report.
FX | Oct 02, 2026, 02:34 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Takaichi administration’s approach differs from reflation policy aimed at ending Japan’s deflation
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Takaichi administration’s approach differs from reflation policy aimed at ending Japan’s deflation
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:34 AM UTC
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Japan Futures Slip, On Track for Weekly Gain
Japanese rubber futures eased on Friday, weighed down by a pullback in Tokyo equities, but were on track for a second straight weekly gain.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:33 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Japan is no longer in deflation, no need for overly loose monetary policy favoring higher inflation
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Japan is no longer in deflation, no need for overly loose monetary policy favoring higher inflation
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:32 AM UTC
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Alibaba AI, Cloud Business Likely to Maintain Strong Momentum
Nomura analysts believe Alibaba's AI and cloud business will maintain strong growth momentum, noting the company's strong position across the AI value chain, from chips to applications.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:32 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.18%, Nasdaq 100 +0.35%; USD/JPY -0.08%, WTI +0.01%, 1810 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.18 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.35 percent, Dow futures is up 0.1 percent and Russell futures is up 0.17 percent. In currencies, the dollar index
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC
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European Gas Prices Decline
European natural gas prices fell below €73/MWh on Friday, paring recent gains, as softer Asian LNG demand and higher US supplies offered some relief to the European market. US LNG exports rose to 10.9 million tonnes in S
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 02:28 AM UTC
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South Korea Shares Dip as Rising Global Bond Yields Pressure Equities
South Korean shares fell on Friday, set to log a weekly loss as rising global yields increase borrowing costs and undercut equity prices. The won weakened, while the benchmark bond yield fell.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:25 AM UTC
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Gilead Sciences Stock Poised for More Upside
Gilead Sciences (GILD) shares have risen approximately 35% since Barron's last recommended them a year ago, driven by a robust portfolio of HIV and oncology medications contributing to stable revenue.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:25 AM UTC
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Bitcoin Rises Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data
Bitcoin rose in Asian trading as investors awaited the release of U.S. nonfarm payrolls data for September, which is expected to influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.
CRYPTO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC
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Thai baht/US dollar steady on Friday
The Thai baht was little changed against the US dollar on Friday. At 0222 GMT, the baht was 0.03% lower at 33.65 versus the dollar, after trading in a range of 33.650 to 33.690.
FX | Oct 02, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC
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Japan Economy Minister Kiuchi: Japan No Longer Needs Extraordinary Monetary Stimulus, As Reflected In BoJ’s Decision To End Yield Curve Control
Japan Economy Minister Kiuchi: Japan No Longer Needs Extraordinary Monetary Stimulus, As Reflected In BoJ’s Decision To End Yield Curve Control
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC
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Samsung Heavy to Build Two LNG Carriers for Client in Asia
Samsung Heavy Industries announced it will build two LNG carriers for a client in Asia.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:24 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Japan no longer requires exceptional monetary stimulus following BoJ's move to end yield curve control
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: Japan no longer requires exceptional monetary stimulus following BoJ's move to end yield curve control
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:23 AM UTC
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Asia-Pacific Gambling Companies' Credit Quality Seen Worsening
Credit quality for Asia-Pacific gambling companies is deteriorating due to persistent leverage pressures, according to a Fitch Ratings report. The report indicates that most regional casino operators have experienced slo
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:23 AM UTC
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EU Trade Chief Šefčovič: Talks With China Have Yet To Deliver - Politico
To Visit Beijing On 8 October For Meeting With Wang
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:22 AM UTC
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Indonesia Market Outlook Supported by Policy Continuity, Analyst Note Says
Analysts at BofA suggest that Indonesia's near-term market outlook may benefit from two market-friendly developments, including the appointment of technocratic deputy finance ministers which eased concerns over policy co
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC
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Gold Slips Before US Payrolls Data, Set for Second Weekly Loss
Gold prices fell on Friday and were on track for a second straight weekly decline, pressured by a firmer US dollar and elevated Treasury yields. Investors awaited key US payrolls data for clues on the Federal Reserve's p
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: hopes BoJ maintains close communication with government in steering policy
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: hopes BoJ maintains close communication with government in steering policy
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC
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Japan Economy Minister Kiuchi: Declines To Comment On Monetary Policy, Which Falls Under BoJ’s Jurisdiction
Japan Economy Minister Kiuchi: Declines To Comment On Monetary Policy, Which Falls Under BoJ’s Jurisdiction
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:21 AM UTC
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Japan economy minister Kiuchi: won’t discuss monetary policy under BoJ jurisdiction
Japan economy minister Kiuchi: won’t discuss monetary policy under BoJ jurisdiction
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:20 AM UTC
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Asian FX Mostly Muted; Taiwan Dollar Weakens, Philippine Peso Gains
Asian currencies traded largely muted against the U.S. dollar, with the Taiwan dollar weakening and the Philippine peso gaining.
FX | Oct 02, 2026, 02:20 AM UTC
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Torq Resources settles $529K debt with shares and warrants
Torq Resources Inc. settled $529,116 in debt by issuing 2,501,138 shares and 8,081,182 units with warrants. The securities are subject to a hold period in Canada.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:18 AM UTC
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Torq Resources Completes $529,000 Debt Settlement
Torq Resources Inc. announced the completion of a $529,000 debt settlement. This follows the company's private placement that raised $1.7 million.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:18 AM UTC
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MAS Likely to Tighten Monetary Policy Again This Month
The Monetary Authority of Singapore is expected to tighten monetary policy again this month, following July's action, according to OCBC Group Research.
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC
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Japan FinMin Katayama: To Intensify Review Of Subsidies And Funds Under Japan’s Version Of DOGE
Plans To Sharply Streamline Idle Funds In Budget Process - Around 200 Existing Funds Worth About 7T
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:17 AM UTC
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Japan finmin Katayama: there are about 200 current funds, valued at about 7 trillion yen
Japan finmin Katayama: there are about 200 current funds, valued at about 7 trillion yen
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:16 AM UTC
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Asia FX Updates: Indonesian Rupiah Rises by 0.26%
Top currency gainers are Indonesian Rupiah (0.26%), Chinese Yuan (0.10%) and Japanese Yen (0.08%). Meanwhile South Korean Won was little changed.
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:15 AM UTC
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Japan finance minister Katayama: will significantly simplify idled funds in budget procedure
Japan finance minister Katayama: will significantly simplify idled funds in budget procedure
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:15 AM UTC
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Torq completes $529,000 debt settlement
Torq said it completed a $529,000 debt settlement.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:15 AM UTC
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Japan finance minister Katayama: will intensify efforts to promote domestic version of doge, review subsidies and funding
Japan finance minister Katayama: will intensify efforts to promote domestic version of doge, review subsidies and funding
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:14 AM UTC
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Dollar Heads for 3rd Straight Weekly Rise
The dollar index strengthened above 102 on Friday and was on track for a third consecutive weekly gain, supported by robust US economic strength, elevated Treasury yields and heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the Mi
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:13 AM UTC
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Hyundai Motor Unveils All-New TUCSON SUV
Hyundai Motor has unveiled its all-new TUCSON SUV.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:13 AM UTC
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HK’s Hang Seng Index Falls 3% To 23,870.76; Hang Seng Tech Index Drops 3% To 4,125.60
HK’s Hang Seng Index Falls 3% To 23,870.76; Hang Seng Tech Index Drops 3% To 4,125.60
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:13 AM UTC
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Soybeans Near 5-Week Low
Soybean futures fell to around $12.7 per bushel, nearing a five-week low as harvest pressure from an expected record-large US crop weighed on prices. A wet late summer and early autumn slowed the harvest pace, but the ar
EARNINGS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:10 AM UTC
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Palm oil may test support at 4,478 ringgit
Palm oil futures may test support at 4,478 ringgit per metric ton, with a break below potentially leading to 4,445 ringgit. The contract has briefly fallen below 4,588 ringgit, the 323.6% projection level of a downtrend
COMMODITIES | Oct 02, 2026, 02:09 AM UTC
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NEAR Intents Identifies Hacker, Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Return Funds
NEAR Intents announced it has identified the individual responsible for a security breach that led to a loss of $3.8 million in user funds. The company has given the hacker 48 hours to return the stolen assets under "res
CRYPTO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:08 AM UTC
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Asia Gasoline Margin Hits Record High Amid Refinery Outages, China Export Halt
Asia's gasoline margin surged to a record high on Thursday, driven by widespread refinery outages in the region and a halt in fuel exports from China for October. This confluence of factors has significantly tightened th
ENERGY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:08 AM UTC
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Brent oil may retrace into $99.47-$100.50 range
Brent oil's December contract may retrace into a range of $99.47 to $100.50 per barrel, facing strong resistance at $103.82.
ENERGY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC
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Tenaga Nasional renewable projects seen supporting long-term growth: CIMB
Tenaga Nasional's renewable energy initiatives are expected to strengthen its long-term growth outlook, according to CIMB Securities analyst Choong Chen Foong. The analyst cited the Tasik Kenyir hybrid hydro floating sol
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC
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Google: Project Suncatcher Prototype Satellite Is In Orbit
Google: Project Suncatcher Prototype Satellite Is In Orbit
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:07 AM UTC
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GA-ASI Tests Disaster Relief Comms System With SoftBank Corp.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully flight-tested its MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) equipped with a new communications payload developed by SoftBank Corp.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:06 AM UTC
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Russian Airstrikes Hit Bridge In Kyiv, Mayor Says
Russian Airstrikes Hit Bridge In Kyiv, Mayor Says - RTRS
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:05 AM UTC
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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Gain, While Dogecoin Dips After Treasuries Retreat From 24-Year Highs: Analyst Says BTC Is 'Finally Breaking Upwards'
Leading cryptocurrencies rose in tandem with stocks on Thursday as Treasury yields retreated after briefly touching a 24-year high earlier in the day. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:27 p.m. EDT) Bi
LIVE | Oct 02, 2026, 02:05 AM UTC
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Russian air strikes hit bridge in Ukraine's Kyiv: mayor
Russian air strikes hit bridge in Ukraine's Kyiv: mayor
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:04 AM UTC
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Angel Aligner Upgrades Torque Ridges to "Pressure Points" in Europe
Angel Aligner has upgraded its assessment of Torque Ridges, labeling them as "Pressure Points" within the European market.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:04 AM UTC
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Hang Seng Suffers Sharpest Drop Since July
The Hang Seng Index plunged 2.7%, or 667 points, to 23,943 on Friday, marking its largest one-day decline since July 2026, as a renewed selloff in global risk assets weighed on Hong Kong shares following the National Day
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 02, 2026, 02:03 AM UTC
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OCBC May Benefit From Rising Benchmark Rates in Singapore: RHB
OCBC may benefit from rising benchmark rates in Singapore, RHB Research said, estimating the 3-month Singapore Overnight Rate Average could reach 1.50% by end-4Q if the Fed delivers two rate increases in October and Dece
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:03 AM UTC
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Global Inflation Likely to Worsen Before Improving - BMI
Global inflation is expected to deteriorate before it improves, influenced by the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to BMI, a unit of Fitch Solutions. The firm's elevated oil price forecasts suggest that global tra
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC
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Asian Shares Decline Amid Bond, FX Swings Ahead of US Jobs Data
Asian shares fell on Friday, with investors monitoring volatility in bond and currency markets as they awaited key US jobs data. Elevated oil prices also contributed to market sentiment, influenced by a growing military
MACRO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC
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Japan Petroleum Exploration Completes Acquisition Of Tight Oil And Gas Assets
Japan Petroleum Exploration Co., Ltd. has completed the acquisition of the entire interest in Fundare, which holds tight oil and gas assets.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC
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Reliance Issues 10-Year AAA Bond, Buys Iraqi Crude
Reliance has issued a 10-year AAA bond and purchased crude oil from Iraq. The company also appears to have capped fuel sales.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC
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Japan Yield On 2-Year JGB Falls 1.5bps To 1.920%
Japan Yield On 2-Year JGB Falls 1.5bps To 1.920%
NEWS | Oct 02, 2026, 02:02 AM UTC
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China Auto Industry Enters "Knockout Stage" Amid Weak Domestic Demand
Nomura analysts note that China's auto industry is in a "knockout stage" due to weakening domestic demand and orders, suggesting a lack of seasonal sales uplift.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC
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Fiserv's platform processes Roughrider Coin on Solana
Fiserv's digital asset platform is now processing Roughrider Coin transactions on the Solana blockchain. The stablecoin, issued by VersaBank and supported by Fireblocks, allows over 90 banks and credit unions to transfer
CRYPTO | Oct 02, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC
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SBIN Discloses 0.4% UPI MDR, Will Not Join Apple Pay
State Bank of India (SBIN) has disclosed a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions and confirmed it will not be joining Apple Pay.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:01 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.08%, Nasdaq 100 +0.18%; USD/JPY unchanged, WTI +0.05%, 9984 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.08 percent, Nasdaq futures is up 0.18 percent, Dow futures is up 0.06 percent and Russell futures is up 0.14 percent. In currencies, the dollar inde
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC
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Samsung Heavy Industries Wins 672 Billion Won Order
Samsung Heavy Industries Co Ltd secured a new order valued at 672 billion South Korean won.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 01:59 AM UTC
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Google Sends AI Chips Into Space for Environmental Testing
Alphabet's Google has launched its custom Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) into orbit for the first time as part of Project Suncatcher to test their survival in the harsh space environment for various applications.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 01:58 AM UTC