US Stocks End Higher After Bond Yields Retreat
U.S. stocks closed slightly higher as Treasury yields fell from multiyear highs and expectations for a September rate hike diminished.
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Most Asian assets set for monthly losses; chip-heavy markets buck trend
Most emerging Asian stocks and currencies were headed for monthly losses on Wednesday as higher U.S. yields and a firm dollar weighed. South Korea and Taiwan were among the regional gainers, helped by chip demand and AI investment flows.
Most emerging Asian stocks, currencies head for monthly losses
Regional equities and currencies fell on Wednesday, with oil-importing economies and deficit countries among the weakest. The won was the only regional currency to gain in September, while Indonesia's rupiah remained the worst performer this year.
Asian FX heads for monthly losses as rising US yields sap appeal
Most regional currencies are set for monthly losses, with the rupiah down 0.9% in September and the Thai baht and Malaysian ringgit down more than 1.3%. Regional stock markets were mixed, while Thailand shares were on course for their steepest one-day drop since June.
Asian FX heads for monthly losses as rising US yields sap appeal
Most regional currencies were subdued and set for monthly losses as higher U.S. yields and a firm dollar weighed on sentiment. The rupiah recovered after Bank Indonesia said it would intervene in the spot market when needed.
US stocks end slightly lower as bond yields hold near multi-decade highs
The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite all finished lower as 10-year Treasury yields hit their highest since June 2007 and 30-year yields since June 2002. The Conference Board said US consumer confidence plunged to a nearly 12-1/2-year low in September, while CarMax rose and Fair Isaac fell 26.5%.
US stocks end slightly lower as 10-year yield hits 2007 high
The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow all finished lower as the 10-year Treasury yield rose to 5.293%, its highest since June 2007. JOLTS job openings fell and consumer confidence dropped to a nearly 12-1/2-year low.
S&P 500 flat as higher bond yields offset tech optimism
The benchmark index was little changed as the 10-year Treasury yield rose to 5.078%, near its highest level since 2007. US job openings fell to 7.079 million in August and consumer confidence came in at 81.9, below estimates.
Global markets: tech stocks rise on Anthropic IPO optimism
European tech shares and Nasdaq futures advanced as Reuters reported Anthropic's planned public debut and a possible valuation above $2 trillion. Higher oil prices and multi-year highs in bond yields continued to weigh on markets.
Asia Morning Call: Nikkei rises 1.30%, US 10-year yield at 5.165%
Regional markets were mixed, with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 1.30% and the benchmark US 10-year Treasury yield last at 5.165%. Spot gold was up 0.1% at $4,282.98 an ounce.
Asia markets mixed as Japanese bond yields rise to historic levels
Global stocks were little changed, while Japanese government bond yields climbed to historic levels and US Treasury yields edged lower. Gold rose and Brent crude eased, with traders still pricing in further Federal Reserve rate hikes.
Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise Amid Optimism Following Iran’s Offer To Reopen Strait of Hormuz — AKAM, COST, SCHL In Focus
U.S. stocks look set for a positive opening on Friday, with futures of the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rising, after closing Thursday on a mixed note. Contributing to the optimism are comments from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who proposed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks on a nuc
EMERGING MARKETS — Asian stocks, currencies pressured by oil prices, bond rout
MSCI EM Asia equities index slips 0.8% Jakarta's equity benchmark down as much as 1.4% India's Nifty 50 down as much as 1.2% Indonesian rupiah weakens to as much as 17,907 (Updates for afternoon trade) By Shruti Agarwal Sept 24 (Reuters) — Emerging Asian stocks and currencies retreated on Thursday, with Indonesian asse
MNI ASIA MARKETS ANALYSIS: Crude Rebounds, Xi Comes to US
HIGHLIGHTS * Gov Barr (permanent FOMC voter)'s speech Tuesday is primarily on the longer-term outlook for the housing sector, but importantly he notes that his "base case" is for "further policy adjustments" (plural) * Iranian security chief Rezaii via Irib: "Iran has not been in a hurry to negotiate; today, Iran's con
Global Markets: Nasdaq hits record high, oil slips, yields fall
The Nasdaq hit a record closing high, boosted by AI stocks, while falling oil prices and retreating Treasury yields improved risk sentiment. European shares rallied, led by banks and tech, and Asian markets were mixed, with Japan higher and China/Hong Kong up on hopes of a trade truce.
UK stocks rise, banks lead gains as oil prices retreat
London shares closed higher on Monday, with banks leading gains, as risk appetite worldwide got a boost after oil prices retreated on hopes of diplomatic progress in the Middle East. The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.75% to 10,739.01 points after declining almost 1.5% in the previous session. The midcap FTSE 250 clim
Global stocks gain on AI optimism, oil eases, bonds rally
Global stocks advanced as strong AI demand boosted tech shares and falling oil prices aided bonds. European debt led gains as yields dropped.
Global stocks rise on AI optimism; oil retreat helps bonds
Global stocks climbed as AI demand boosted tech shares and oil prices eased. European bonds led a rally in debt markets, with German 10-year yields falling 5 basis points to 3.472%.
Global Markets End Week Mixed; Asian Stocks Mixed; US Yields Top 5%
Global equity markets closed mixed, with Europe down and Wall Street ending a volatile week with modest gains. US Treasury yields topped 5%, while Brent crude remained above $100. Asian markets showed mixed performance.
Global Markets Ebb and Flow in Mixed Friday Session
Global equity markets experienced a mixed session on Friday, with gains on Wall Street partially offsetting losses in Europe. Bond yields continued to climb, with US 10-year Treasury yields topping 5%, while currency markets saw the dollar strengthen against the yen. Spot gold and Brent crude prices showed modest movem
GLOBAL MARKETS — Global shares edge higher as central banks double down on inflation fight
(Recasts with US market close, adds oil settlement. updates prices) BOJ hike lifts rates to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years Dollar rises against yen after two BOJ board members dissent Brent crude settles lower, gold gains By Amanda Cooper and Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) — An index of global equit
GLOBAL MARKETS — Global shares fall, Treasury yields rise as central banks double down on inflation fight
(Updates headline and prices throughout with US markets, adds analyst comment) BOJ hike lifts rates to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years Dollar rises against yen after two BOJ board members dissent Brent crude falls, gold gains By Amanda Cooper and Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) — Equities around the w
GLOBAL MARKETS — Stocks and bonds dip as central banks jack up rates to tame inflation
(Updates throughout) BOJ hike lifts rates to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years Dollar up 1% to 157.54 yen after two BOJ board members dissent Brent crude falls as much as 2.8% after Reuters report By Amanda Cooper LONDON, Sept 18 (Reuters) — Global shares and bonds dipped on Friday while Japan's well-telegraphed hike fe
Blue Owl, KKR, Blackstone, Apollo Global Stocks Retreat as Private Credit Risks Remain
The recent rebound in private credit stocks has stalled, with many names slipping into a local correction as interest rate risks rise. Blue Owl Capital (NYSE: OWL ) shares ended the week at $10.50, down 17% from their August high. Apollo Global (NYSE: APO ) fell to $128.9, down 10% from the August high, while Ares Mana
Rate Hike Odds Jump to 90% as Record Diesel Lifts Inflation: This Week on Wall Street
Traders spent this week repricing the Federal Reserve. The implied probability of an interest rate increase at next Wednesday’s meeting climbed from roughly a coin flip to about 90% after back-to-back inflation reports left little room to argue that price pressures are fading. Crude Above $100 Is Doing The Damage Thurs
US stocks fall as Treasury yields and oil surge
U.S. equities fell for a second straight session as Treasury yields climbed for a fifth day and crude oil extended gains, with markets increasingly pricing a Federal Reserve rate hike this month.