U.S. consumer sentiment index falls to 46.3 in October
The University of Michigan said its consumer sentiment index fell to 46.3 in October from 48.1 in September, with the decline larger than expected.
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The University of Michigan said its consumer sentiment index fell to 46.3 in October from 48.1 in September, with the decline larger than expected.
Canada shed 68,000 jobs in September, reversing the consensus expectation for a small gain. The unemployment rate rose to 6.5% as manufacturing, education and health care lost jobs.
The University of Michigan’s preliminary October headline index fell to 46.3 from 48.1 in September.
Gold futures climbed 1.4% in early European trading as the dollar eased and oil prices fell. Traders are also reassessing the inflation and interest-rate outlook.
Gold futures advanced in early European trade as the dollar softened and oil prices fell. Traders were also reassessing the inflation and interest-rate outlook.
The Nasdaq composite fell 1.3% in a mixed session as AI-related shares slid after reports of lower-than-expected OpenAI revenue. Oil prices rose after President Donald Trump's remarks on the Middle East war, while Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller said additional rate hikes may be needed.
Bitcoin moved down to around $81,500 in afternoon trade as major U.S. stock indexes stayed lower and Treasury yields eased. The move came alongside broader risk-off action tied to oil, Fed comments and tech-sector weakness.
* Oil has continued to trend lower during Wednesday's APAC session as talks continue on the sidelines of this week's UN gathering. The fact negotiations are even taking place to facilitate Middle East energy shipments is driving optimism in markets but the situation remains very precarious. UST futures are higher, but
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