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SCAD and Silal sign SLA to boost agri-food data
Statistics Centre — Abu Dhabi (SCAD) and Silal Group signed a Service Level Agreement to strengthen data exchange and develop statistical capabilities for informed decision-making in Abu Dhabi’s agri-food sector.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 04:16 AM UTC
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Alphabet’s Isomorphic Labs in talks valuing at least $40 bln
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:15 AM UTC
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Volkswagen to fully rethink India strategy with JSW JV
Volkswagen Group said it is fully reworking its India strategy with JSW Group, covering procurement, production, launches and dealer network expansion, according to Skoda Auto acting CEO Holger Peters.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Government directs banks to develop quantum transition and AI resilience plans
Banks have been directed by the government to build a sector-wide quantum transition and adoption strategy, alongside an AI resilience framework for the BFSI sector.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Tata Power partners with Ocean Sun for floating solar tech in India
Tata Power said it partnered with Ocean Sun to introduce Ocean Sun’s membrane-based floating solar technology in India.
ENERGY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Delhi HC upholds setting aside ₹77 crore arbitral award against Bharat Forge
The Delhi High Court upheld an order that set aside a ₹77 crore arbitral award against Bharat Forge and BF Infrastructure in a dispute involving Tarsem Jain.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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NBCC floats 9,620.33 crore tenders for Supertech projects
NBCC (India) has floated 25 tenders worth 9,620.33 crore for construction and related works across 16 stalled Supertech projects it is managing.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Income Tax searches premises linked to Prime Focus Studios
The Income Tax Department conducted searches at premises linked to Prime Focus Studios in Mumbai over suspected irregularities in foreign remittances, according to sources.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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MCA opens Companies Act probe into Zee Entertainment
Zee Entertainment said the ministry of corporate affairs has initiated an investigation under Section 210 of the Companies Act, according to a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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RBI Vows to Lift 'Undervalued' Rupee to its Correct Level
unit near record low Our Bureau Kolkata: The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday said it would ensure that the "undervalued" rupee finds its correct level even as the currency slipped to a five-month low of 96.8450 a doll
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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CARE Ratings upgrades Adani Enterprises long-term rating to 'AA'
CARE Ratings upgraded Adani Enterprises' long-term rating to 'AA' from 'AA-' and kept a 'stable' outlook, described as the highest-ever rating for the company.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Tata Power partners Ocean Sun on floating solar technology for India
Tata Power said it has partnered with Norway-based Ocean Sun to bring membrane-based floating solar technology to India, with a collaboration agreement signed on the sidelines of the 2nd India-EFTA Prosperity Summit.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Bajaj Finance raises fixed deposit rates up to 40 bps
Bajaj Finance increased fixed deposit rates by 15-40 bps across 12-60 month tenures, with the highest regular-depositor rate set at 7.75% per annum and the 31-60 month cumulative rate raised to 7.75% from 7.40%.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Ola Electric sets ₹1,000 crore rights issue price at ₹27
Ola Electric Mobility finalised terms for a ₹1,000 crore rights issue, pricing it at ₹27 per share, to issue 37.03 crore partly paid-up shares.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Airtel Hikes Monthly Post-paid Tariffs by 3-11%
New Delhi: Bharti Airtel has increased monthly post-paid tariffs in the range of 3-11% effective October 8, and bundled one free five-day international roaming pack per SIM or number each year. Airtel has effectively inc
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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NBCC floats Rs 9,620.33 crore tenders for Supertech projects
NBCC (India) has floated 25 tenders worth Rs 9,620.33 crore for construction and related works to complete 16 stalled housing projects linked to bankrupt developer Supertech.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Japan panel approves Orzeyful for public health insurance coverage
An advisory panel approved Orzeyful, a narcolepsy medication, for coverage by Japan’s public health insurance, according to Yomiuri.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Ericsson works with India to localize telecom component suppliers
Ericsson said it is working with the Indian government to encourage component suppliers to set up manufacturing bases in India as part of its export push and plans to scale design capabilities.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Volkswagen to expand India strategy with JSW partnership
Skoda Auto acting CEO Holger Peters told employees Volkswagen is fully rethinking its India strategy, covering parts procurement, production, new launches, and dealer network expansion with JSW Group.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:12 AM UTC
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Rupee rebounds to 96.68 per dollar after 5-month low
The Indian rupee opened at 96.68 per US dollar on Oct. 8, after Oct. 7’s close of 96.78, following a 0.4% drop in the prior session.
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 04:11 AM UTC
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Senco Gold and Fino Payments Bank shares gain after updates
Senco Gold shares rose nearly 8% after reporting 31% YoY total revenue growth in Q2, alongside retail revenue growth of 29%. Fino Payments Bank and RPP Infra were also described as moving on other corporate developments.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:11 AM UTC
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WTO Chief Sees Urgent Need to Harden Supply Lines as World Frays
World trade is facing its sternest test in eight decades and must reimagine supply lines to guarantee resilience in the face of an increasingly fragmented globe, according to the head of the World Trade Organization.
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:10 AM UTC
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Wise In Talks With HMRC On Settlement Over Tax Error - FT
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NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:10 AM UTC
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Musk alleges Indian 'oligarchs' are blocking Starlink roll-out
Musk alleges Indian 'oligarchs' are blocking Starlink roll-out
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:09 AM UTC
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Pine Cliff Energy declares CAD 0.00125 dividend
Pine Cliff Energy declares CAD 0.00125 dividend
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:09 AM UTC
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TCS shares rise ahead of Q2 results
Tata Consultancy Services shares were up about 2.6% in morning trade ahead of its July-September quarter results due after market hours.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:06 AM UTC
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Spot gold may test $4,156-$4,167 resistance zone
Spot gold is noted as potentially testing a resistance zone at $4,156-$4,167 per ounce, with a break above cited as potentially targeting $4,185.
COMMODITIES | Oct 08, 2026, 04:06 AM UTC
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Treasury yields stay near multidecade highs
U.S. Treasury yields held near multidecade highs in Asia as traders remained focused on higher borrowing costs and a modest risk-off tone.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 04:05 AM UTC
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Wells Fargo faces regulator probe over housing efforts
The Housing and Urban Development Department is seeking to crack down on race-based lending, calling it a potential violation of the Fair Housing Act.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 04:05 AM UTC
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Workers Remove Signage At British Consulate In Jerusalem As Israeli Shutdown Deadline Expires - RTRS Witnesses
Workers Remove Signage At British Consulate In Jerusalem As Israeli Shutdown Deadline Expires - RTRS Witnesses
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:04 AM UTC
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Thursday’s Economic Calendar
Thursday’s Economic Calendar
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:04 AM UTC
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Workers at British Consulate in Jerusalem take down signage as Israeli shutdown deadline passes, source witnesses say
Workers at British Consulate in Jerusalem take down signage as Israeli shutdown deadline passes, source witnesses say
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:04 AM UTC
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India’s regulatory framework for satellite communication services: fair and unbiased
India’s regulatory framework for satellite communication services: fair and unbiased
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:04 AM UTC
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Tata Steels sales down marginally in Q2
Tata Steel consolidated sales were down marginally in the September at 7.96 million tonne against 8.02 mt logged in the same period last year, largely due to overseas operations.However, sales in India were up 8 per cent
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:03 AM UTC
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WTO's Okonjo-Iweala on Why Globalization Needs a Rethink
Francine Lacqua speaks with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala about fighting corruption, the personal cost of her work - including her mother's abduction - and leading the WTO through unprecedented trade tensions. ()
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:02 AM UTC
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Oceanic Beverages reports September revenue of NT$31.15M
Oceanic Beverages reported September revenue of NT$31,150,000 versus NT$34,129,000 in 2025, and January–September revenue of NT$254,320,000 versus NT$226,784,000 in 2025.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Paytm, Pine Labs, MobiKwik shares fall up to 10%
Paytm (One97 Communications), Pine Labs and MobiKwik shares dropped up to 10% on Oct. 8 after CNBC-TV18 sources said a request was made to defer the Merchant Discount Rate rollout by a few months.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Nan-Yang Dyeing reports September revenue of NT$20.3M
Nan-Yang Dyeing & Finishing Co. Ltd. reported September revenue of NT$20,269,000 versus NT$9,690,000 in 2025, based on Taiwan Stock Exchange figures.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 -0.05%, Nasdaq 100 -0.07%; USD/JPY +0.06%, WTI +1.69%, 1810 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.07 percent, Dow futures is down 0.11 percent and Russell futures is down 0.18 percent. In currencies, the dol
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Korea Mulls Banning Unlicensed Foreign Banks’ Global Bond Deals
South Korea is considering regulations to prohibit investment banks without domestic securities licenses from seeking to arrange overseas bond sales of local issuers, according to people familiar with the matter.
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Vietnam’s Long Thanh Airport Faces Uphill Battle to Open on Time
Vietnam’s new Long Thanh International Airport faces significant challenges to meet its December opening deadline, prompting the government to order round-the-clock construction to get the project completed on time.
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Palm Oil Soars as Weaker Ringgit, India Demand Buoy Sentiment
Malaysian palm oil futures surged 2.5% to around MYR?4,650 per tonne, snapping recent declines as a weaker ringgit and firmer crude oil prices boosted competitiveness. Gains in rival edible oils on China’s Dalian exchang
COMMODITIES | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Swedish single-family home prices rise 3.9% in July-September vs year earlier, Svensk Maklarstatistik data shows
Swedish single-family home prices rise 3.9% in July-September vs year earlier, Svensk Maklarstatistik data shows
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Swedish apartment prices rise 5.4% in July-September vs same period a year earlier: svensk maklarstatistik data shows
Swedish apartment prices rise 5.4% in July-September vs same period a year earlier: svensk maklarstatistik data shows
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Zinc Rebounds Amid Persistent Tight Supply
Zinc futures rose past $3,800 per ton, recovering from an over six-week low hit on October 2, amid persistent supply tightness as Western smelters struggle. Western refined zinc production fell 3.4% year-on-year in the f
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:58 AM UTC
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Hotai Finance Sep revenue falls to NT$1.87B
Hotai Finance Co. Ltd. reported September revenue of NT$1,868,774,000 versus NT$1,942,010,000 in the prior year. Jan-Sep revenue was NT$17,206,768,000 versus NT$17,939,839,000.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:57 AM UTC
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Copper Jumps as Chinese Markets Reopen
Copper futures climbed toward $6.7 per pound on Thursday, extending gains for the week as Chinese traders returned from a week-long holiday in a more optimistic mood. Strong earnings from South Korean chipmaker Samsung E
EARNINGS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:57 AM UTC
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Indian shares open lower after hawkish RBI, higher oil
Nifty 50 fell 0.23% to 22,545.85 and Sensex dropped 0.24% to 72,455.17 after a hawkish RBI rate hike and rising oil prices.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:55 AM UTC
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Sellas Life Sciences (SLS) falls 0.3% to $11.31
SLS shares slipped 0.3% to $11.31, ending a two-week winning streak narrative with a third straight session of losses as leukemia research circulated ahead of Regal’s final-analysis milestone.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:55 AM UTC
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WTTC forecasts 3.1% growth for Europe travel tourism in 2026
Europe travel and tourism is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, up from 2.6% growth recorded in 2025, per WTTC research.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:53 AM UTC
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Samsung could benefit from HBM4 production ramp-up in 2027, Citi says
Citigroup analysts Peter Lee and Jayden Oh said Samsung Electronics could benefit from ramping production of its high-end HBM4 DRAM product in 2027.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:53 AM UTC
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India govt: India's regulatory framework for satellite communication services is equitable and impartial
India govt: India's regulatory framework for satellite communication services is equitable and impartial
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:52 AM UTC
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ADID, Qitaf Holding and Global Academy sign aquaculture MoU
ADX:ADID said its Qitaf Holding and Global Academy signed an MoU to develop a strategic aquaculture project.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:51 AM UTC
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UPI MDR rollout could be deferred beyond October 15
Sources say a decision is expected soon on whether the merchant discount rate (MDR) rollout for certain UPI transactions starting Oct. 15 is deferred by a few months, with requests to push it to Jan. 2027 under considera
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:51 AM UTC
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ITC pre-open block window trades value ₹9,437 crore
ITC Ltd. saw 36.66 crore shares trade in the pre-open block window on Oct 8 at an average ₹257 per share, totaling ₹9,437 crore.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:51 AM UTC
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Japan 30-Year Bond Sale Sees Firmer Demand Than 12-Month Average
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NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:49 AM UTC
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NetApp showcases AI-ready data infrastructure at Ai Everything Abu Dhabi
NetApp showcased its AI-ready data infrastructure at Ai Everything Abu Dhabi 2026 in Abu Dhabi, featuring CEO George Kurian during the two-day event.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:48 AM UTC
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Kenanga IB expects Malaysia consumer spending supported by fiscal aid
Kenanga IB analyst Thin Yun Jing said Malaysia’s consumer sector should stay supported by targeted fiscal measures and ongoing government cash aid.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:45 AM UTC
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Arena REIT downgraded to Neutral from Overweight
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:45 AM UTC
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Indonesia industrial parks to waive land rental fees, Danantara says
Danantara Indonesia COO Dony Oskaria said Indonesian state-owned industrial parks will waive land rental fees going forward to attract foreign investors.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Japan 30-Year Bond Sale Sees Firmer Demand Than 12-Month Average
Japan’s 30-year government bond auction drew stronger demand than its 12-month average as elevated yields attracted investors.
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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Le Pen Pushes Protege Aside To Assert Control Over Far Right
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NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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China finance ministry offers 1-month bills at 0.8479% yield: traders
China finance ministry offers 1-month bills at 0.8479% yield: traders
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:40 AM UTC
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RBI likely sold dollars near open to support rupee
Traders said the Reserve Bank of India likely sold dollars near the Thursday market open to support USD/INR, which was close to its all-time low.
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 03:40 AM UTC
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Tiger Brokers strategist says higher U.S. yields may not shift Fed stance
Tiger Brokers market strategist James Ooi said higher U.S. Treasury yields alone may not be enough to challenge the Fed's policy stance, noting Fed minutes brought few surprises.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:40 AM UTC
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China finance ministry auctions 5-year special treasury bonds at 1.37% yield: traders
China finance ministry auctions 5-year special treasury bonds at 1.37% yield: traders
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:38 AM UTC
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China finance ministry auctions 30-year ultra-long special treasury bonds at 2.1078% yield: traders
China finance ministry auctions 30-year ultra-long special treasury bonds at 2.1078% yield: traders
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:37 AM UTC
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Asian markets trade mostly lower after Wall Street selloff
Asian markets are trading mostly lower Thursday, following negative cues from Wall Street and concerns tied to crude oil volatility, global currency and bond yields.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:37 AM UTC
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Indian rupee opens higher near 96.71 per dollar
The rupee opened at 96.71 per US dollar versus 96.77 at Wednesday’s close, with Asian FX peers trading mixed.
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Japan Sold 30Y Bonds
Issue Size: 450.7B (prev 456.2B) - Average Yield: 4.109% (prev 4.079%) - Bid-To-Cover: 3.877 (prev 3.788) - Tail Yield: 4.121% (prev 4.100%)
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Japan sells 30-year bonds at lowest price 101.05, yield 4.121%
Japan’s Ministry of Finance auctioned 4.2% 30-year government bonds with the lowest price at 101.05, for a yield of 4.121%.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Europol says quantum computing won’t break Bitcoin
Europol’s EC3 published reports concluding quantum computing would not break Bitcoin, while noting some crypto wallets may be exposed.
CRYPTO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Thailand PM says US trade deal near final paragraph
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Thailand is close to finalizing a trade agreement with the U.S., referring to a letter he received from Trump and describing it as needing U.S. President approval.
REGULATION | Oct 08, 2026, 03:34 AM UTC
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How China’s 25 Trillion-Yuan Infrastructure Plan Could Offset Weaknesses
BofA Global Research Chief Greater China Economist Helen Qiao estimates China's 25 trillion-yuan infrastructure investment plan could generate 5 trillion yuan of economic activity annually, helping offset ongoing propert
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:34 AM UTC
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India battery storage projects face viability and cancellation headwinds
A report says India’s battery storage efforts backing wind and solar are faltering due to aggressive bidding, project unviability, and contract cancellations.
ENERGY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Mercedes-Benz and BMW plan faster global model launches in India
Mercedes-Benz and BMW aim to bring global models to India faster, narrowing the gap between overseas launches and local introductions as luxury car demand rises.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Nifty 50 snaps winning streak after RBI rate hike
Indian equities fell on Wednesday after the Reserve Bank of India raised interest rates; Nifty 50 closed down 173.05 points, or 0.76%, at 22,603.05.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Colombia seeks deeper India security ties, buys drone shielding
Colombia is seeking deeper law-enforcement cooperation with India to counter drug trafficking, and is procuring drone shield technology from state-run Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL).
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Lava and Optiemus seek incentives under India MPMS scheme
More than half a dozen companies, including Lava and Optiemus, are looking to tap New Delhi’s cash incentives under India’s Rs.62,500-crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) to build Indian smartphone brands.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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South Korea, Egypt sign agreements on shipbuilding, clean energy, power infrastructure, information and technology: Korean presidential office
South Korea, Egypt sign agreements on shipbuilding, clean energy, power infrastructure, information and technology: Korean presidential office
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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STI Hits 3-Month Low as Finance Stocks Weigh
Singapore's stocks fell 160 points, or 2.9%, to 5,448 around noon on Thursday, extending losses from the previous session and touching their lowest level since July 9, tracking a decline on Wall Street overnight amid hig
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 08, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 -0.05%, Nasdaq 100 -0.01%; USD/JPY +0.1%, WTI +1.89%, 1810 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is down 0.05 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.01 percent, Dow futures is down 0.13 percent and Russell futures is down 0.19 percent. In currencies, the dol
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Japan auctions 6-month TD-bills at 99.3060
Japan’s Ministry of Finance auctioned Y2.321 trillion of six-month treasury discount bills, with the lowest price at 99.3060 and a yield of 1.4092%.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Singapore banks slide after rating downgrade and earnings concerns
Shares in Singapore’s local bank stocks fell as investors weighed a rating downgrade at one lender and broader concerns about sector earnings risks, with DBS Group dropping as much as 4.5% to 74.00 Singapore dollars.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Microsoft starts Surface Laptop Ultra preorders powered by Nvidia RTX
Microsoft began preorders for its Surface Laptop Ultra, positioned as an AI-powered Windows PC aimed at bringing powerful models onto devices.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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Blue Cloud Softech signs Senegal MoU with GCIB for Africa
Blue Cloud Softech Solutions said it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Senegal’s ministry and GCIB for an Africa initiative.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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South Korea, Egypt to start talks on broad economic partnership: Korean presidential office
South Korea, Egypt to start talks on broad economic partnership: Korean presidential office
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC
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French bond volatility seen elevated into election cycle
State Street Investment Management's Masahiko Loo says the recent selloff in French government bonds reflects carry-trade unwinds and a reassessment of French fiscal risk. He expects volatility to remain elevated into th
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:28 AM UTC
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French bond volatility likely to stay elevated into election
State Street Investment Management’s Masahiko Loo links a recent French government bond selloff to carry-trade unwinds and a reassessment of French fiscal risk.
RATES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI falls 0.8% to 1599.48
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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South Korea, Egypt elevate bilateral relations to strategic partnership: Korean presidential office
South Korea, Egypt elevate bilateral relations to strategic partnership: Korean presidential office
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:25 AM UTC
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Emirates Holidays launches Thailand Pass with up to 40% discounts
Emirates Holidays launched the Thailand Pass for customers traveling to Thailand, offering discounts of up to 40% across shopping, dining and leisure activities, with no minimum spend.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:25 AM UTC
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US stock index futures mixed as long yields ease
Dow futures were slightly lower, S&P 500 futures dipped marginally, and Nasdaq-100 futures rose as long-dated Treasury yields pulled back from multi-decade highs.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:24 AM UTC
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Samsung Electronics forecasts quarterly operating profit above $80 billion
Samsung Electronics expects quarterly operating profit to exceed $80 billion for the first time, citing momentum from the AI boom.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:22 AM UTC
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Trump says he is not keen on a deal with Iran as U.S. reportedly prepares for 'massive bombing'
Trump said he no longer wants to reach a deal with Iran amid reports that U.S. military are preparing for possible strikes against the Islamic state.
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:20 AM UTC
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Samsung operating profit set to top Nvidia, valuation lags
South Korea’s Samsung is expected to earn about $282 bln in operating profit this year, exceeding Nvidia, but pressure to raise shareholder returns and capital spending are seen keeping its valuation multiple below Nvidi
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:20 AM UTC
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US oil NYMEX CL1 trades mixed in $88.78-$90.66 range
ENERGY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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SPCX shares rise as Jim Cramer highlights potential Nvidia customer
Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SPCX) shares rose 0.5% overnight. CNBC host Jim Cramer said SpaceX could become Nvidia’s largest customer, and analyst Dan Ives backed a reported $40 billion financing plan to expand
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Ten Ren Tea Co reports Sep revenue rise to NT$196.6M
Ten Ren Tea Co. reported September revenue of NT$196.625M versus NT$187.040M in the prior period, with Jan-Sep revenue of NT$1,688,651,000 versus NT$1,605,435,000.
EARNINGS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Reuters poll: India inflation likely accelerated in September
A Reuters poll of economists expects India’s consumer inflation to have accelerated in September due to higher energy costs and elevated food prices, bringing it closer to the upper end of the RBI’s 2%-6% target range.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Saudi construction activity grows for fifth month on new orders
Saudi Arabia’s alrajhi Capital Saudi Construction Index rose for a fifth straight month in September, but growth slowed versus August.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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Trump: support Mike Rogers with my full endorsement
Trump: support Mike Rogers with my full endorsement
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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Daiwa sets Acter target price at NT$1,415
Daiwa Capital Markets set a target price of NT$1,415.00 for Acter (5536.OT).
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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Acter started at Buy by Daiwa Capital Markets
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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CGS International flags potential rise in Malaysian bank bad loans
Analyst Winson Ng at CGS International said credit risks from elevated oil prices could lift bad loans, forecasting gross impaired loan ratio toward 1.5% by end-2026.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:15 AM UTC
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Saudi private sector holds 95% of social insurance subscribers
GASTAT data cited by Zawya shows 95% of Saudi social insurance subscribers are covered via the private sector, with Riyadh at 52% of subscribers.
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:14 AM UTC
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IRGC Navy Claims Full Control Of Gulf And Strait Of Hormuz Shipping - Fars
Official Says US Forces Remain 600 700km From Strait And Oil Market Disproves US Claims About Hormuz
COMMODITIES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:14 AM UTC
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Fitch says power access will drive Taiwan AI data-centre growth
Fitch Ratings said access to power will drive AI data-centre growth in Taiwan. The item is a rating-house research comment with no actionable market event on its own.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:14 AM UTC
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Taiwan AI data-centre growth hinges on power access
Fitch Ratings said Taiwan's AI data-centre market is becoming more selective as demand rises, with access to power and grid infrastructure increasingly determining which projects move ahead. The commentary said projects
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:14 AM UTC
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Hassan Allam, Galfar sign MoU for Oman alliance
Hassan Allam Construction and Galfar Engineering & Contracting signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate in Oman.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:13 AM UTC
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Oman expo signs over $1.4 billion agreements
Oman’s Urban, Home & Building Expo and Conference saw agreements worth more than RO550 million ($1.43 billion) signed Wednesday, covering tourism, education, real estate, food security, and housing, the Ministry of Housi
MACRO | Oct 08, 2026, 03:11 AM UTC
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Nomura cuts PB Fintech price target to ₹1,100
Nomura reduced its price target for PB Fintech to ₹1,100 from ₹1,590 while keeping a neutral rating.
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:11 AM UTC
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World Bank forecasts 7.9% Saudi growth for 2027
The World Bank raised its Saudi 2027 growth forecast to 7.9%, up about 3 percentage points from its April projection, while lowering its 2026 outlook.
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 03:10 AM UTC
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Yemen’s Houthis: Attacked Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport With Ballistic Missile; No Immediate Saudi Confirmation
Warn Saudi Airspace Will Be Targeted In Military Operations, Except Over Mecca And Medina
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:10 AM UTC
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US Natural Gas Prices Rise to 2-Week High
US natural gas prices rose over 2% to $3.27/MMBtu, rising for the fifth session to a two-week high, supported by lower production and concerns over storm-related supply disruptions in the Gulf of Mexico. Lower 48 product
COMMODITIES | Oct 08, 2026, 03:09 AM UTC
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North Korea's Kim Yo Jong: hostile nature of inter-Korean ties and South Korea's identity won’t change - KCNA
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong: hostile nature of inter-Korean ties and South Korea's identity won’t change - KCNA
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:08 AM UTC
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Muthoot Microfin AUM as of Sept. 30 up 22% Y/Y
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:07 AM UTC
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North Korea's Kim Yo Jong: South Korea's medical aid plans are political provocation - KCNA
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong: South Korea's medical aid plans are political provocation - KCNA
NEWS | Oct 08, 2026, 03:07 AM UTC
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FTI Consulting hires Alexis Fekete to lead aviation practice
FTI Consulting said Senior Managing Director Will will co-lead its aviation practice in EMEA and Asia alongside Alexis Fekete, advising airlines, aerospace companies, investors and governments on capital raising, transac
EQUITY | Oct 08, 2026, 03:06 AM UTC
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Onshore yuan stays steady as China markets reopen
China’s onshore yuan was steady on Thursday after a week-long Golden Week holiday, when it had strengthened offshore despite a strong dollar.
FX | Oct 08, 2026, 03:06 AM UTC