US stock index futures fall as oil and yields rise
US stock index futures dropped amid inflation concerns as oil surged nearly 4% and Treasury yields rose; chipmakers also drew renewed scrutiny despite Samsung’s strong profit forecast.
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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 the April-May 2027 presidential election cycle.
Singapore dollar steady as higher oil prices weigh
The Singapore dollar was little changed against the U.S. dollar in Asian trade, with analysts saying firmer oil prices could weigh on the currency. UOB economists said higher oil prices may reinforce inflation concerns and a higher-for-longer U.S. rate outlook.
Yuan steadies as traders assess PBOC fixing
The yuan held steady in onshore and offshore trading after mainland markets reopened from a long holiday. The PBOC set the USD/CNY fixing at 6.7367, compared with 6.7351 on Sept. 30.
Nomura sees RBI hike in December after stance shift
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RBNZ starts search for two assistant governor roles
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is recruiting for assistant governor monetary policy and assistant governor payments and cash roles. The search follows the departure of Assistant Governor Money Karen Silk, while Governor Anna Breman says the move is meant to strengthen leadership and coordination.
JGBs rise amid possible position adjustments
Japanese government bonds rose in morning Tokyo trade amid possible position adjustments, with the 30-year JGB yield down at 4.185%. Traders are also watching Thursday's Japanese Finance Ministry auction of about 600 billion yen of 30-year sovereign debt.
Bitcoin, ether fall as Treasury yields rise
Bitcoin fell 3% to $83,098 and ethereum lost 5% to $2,564 as traders pointed to record-high Treasury yields and a stronger U.S. dollar. XRP and solana also declined in a broader crypto selloff.
Chinese Yuan May Be Undervalued -- Market Talk
0328 GMT - The Chinese yuan is undervalued by as much as 25%, Jonas Goltermann, chief markets economist at Capital Economics says in a note. Reducing China's trade surplus to a broadly balanced position would necessarily involve the yuan's significant appreciation, he says. That said, exchange rate adjustment alone wou
Japanese shares fall as investors book profits from rally
The Nikkei fell 0.86% to 70,074.13 by the midday break, exceeding the 70,000 mark for the first time in three months and rising nearly 5% this month. The broader Topix slipped 0.59% to 4,158.89.
Thai Central Bank Likely to Keep Monetary Policy Accommodative -- Market Talk
0224 GMT - The Bank of Thailand is still likely to keep monetary policy accommodative, say two members of Goldman Sachs' economics research team in a note. While reduced fuel subsidies could drive up inflation by allowing greater pass-through from global energy prices, the members do not expect the BOT to respond unles
China Golden Week Offers Limited Boost to Consumption -- Market Talk
2146 ET - China's extended Golden Week holiday isn't likely to provide a major boost to consumption recovery, Deutsche Bank analyst Sammi Xu says in a note. It says domestic travel was subdued, with limited spending. Government estimates show that during the Oct. 1-4 period, cross-regional passenger trips were broadly
JGB Futures Edge Higher, Tracking Gains in U.S. Treasury Market -- Market Talk
2017 ET - JGB futures edge higher in the early Tokyo session, tracking overnight price gains in U.S. Treasury market. JGBs and Treasurys tend to move in tandem. "We anticipate that buying will be slightly dominant" today following Tuesday's pause in Treasury yields' rise, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities' fixed
Asian Currencies Consolidate, But May Be Aided by Appetite for Risk Assets -- Market Talk
1934 ET - Asian currencies consolidate against the dollar in early trade, but may be aided by appetite for risk assets. "The S&P 500 rose to a fresh record high, supported by optimism around AI-related spending," CBA's Samara Hammoud says in a research report. The overnight rise in equities has boosted risk sentiment,
Constellation Energy, AMD, Nike, others in U.S. stock movers
Constellation Energy Corp rose on a report Alphabet nears a multi-year nuclear energy deal. Advanced Micro Devices Inc gained on plans of chip supply boost. Nike Inc fell after Berenberg downgraded to 'sell'.
Momentum stocks lead as S&P 500 gains 29.1% YTD
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World stocks advance to two-week highs on falling oil and yields
World stocks rose on Tuesday, reaching two-week highs as falling oil prices and retreating bond yields steadied sentiment ahead of an earnings season expected to be driven by AI growth. S&P 500 futures pointed to a record-high open, while the Nasdaq was on track for a third consecutive all-time high.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Scott Bessent Doubles Down on Iran Pressure— OPCH, PCVX, STZ in Focus (UPDATED)
Editor’s Note: The ETFs tracking benchmark indices and the headline were updated in the story. U.S. stock futures traded higher on Tuesday, with futures tied to the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 pointing to gains after the major averages closed higher on Monday. Iran’s economic crisis escalated as Oil Minister Mohs
MYR Group, Spyre Therapeutics, AMD, Constellation Energy, Nike, Option Care Health, Freshworks Inc on the move
MYR Group gains on Jefferies upgrade to 'buy'; Spyre Therapeutics slips on $350 mln share sale; AMD gains on chip supply boost plans; Constellation Energy rises on report of Alphabet nearing nuclear energy deal; Nike falls on Berenberg downgrade to 'sell'; Option Care Health jumps on report of $5 billion-plus takeover
Canada futures rise as lower oil prices and bond yields lift risk appetite
December futures for the S&P/TSX index rose 0.42% on Tuesday as falling oil prices and a dip in U.S. Treasury yields improved risk sentiment. Weaker gold prices limited gains. A separatist party won Quebec's election.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Jones Futures Gain as Scott Bessent Doubles Down on Iran Pressure— OPCH, PCVX, STZ in Focus
U.S. stock futures traded higher on Tuesday, with futures tied to the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 pointing to gains after the major averages closed higher on Monday. Iran’s economic crisis escalated as Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned amid allegations involving $2 billion in missing oil revenue, while the Ir
India stocks rise led by banks, Trent on quarterly updates
Indian shares edged higher, with the Nifty 50 up 0.35% and the Sensex up 0.34%. Banks and Trent led the gains on positive quarterly updates, while global cues and anticipation of a central bank policy decision supported sentiment.
Asian shares rise, Treasury yields near multi-decade highs, euro pressured
Asian stocks rose on Tuesday after a tech-fuelled rally lifted the Nasdaq to a record close, with a retreat in oil prices offering further support even as longer-dated Treasury yields hovered near multi-decade highs. The euro languished near 17-month lows after briefly touching $1.116 overnight, pressured by mounting f
Nasdaq hits 23rd record high of 2024; S&P 500, Dow also rise
The Nasdaq Composite closed at its 23rd record high of the year, boosted by tech giants like Nvidia and Microsoft. The S&P 500 and Dow also finished higher, despite a rise in U.S. 10-year Treasury yields to their highest level since 2002.
US PCE, GDP, ADP reports: inflation cools, consumer spending strong
August PCE inflation rose 0.3% month-on-month and 3.4% year-on-year, below expectations. Core PCE rose 0.2% monthly and 3.3% annually, also cooler than predicted. Second-quarter GDP was revised up to a 2.2% annualized rate, while September private sector jobs added by ADP surged to 90,000, exceeding forecasts.
US stocks rally as cooler PCE inflation data fuels Fed rate cut hopes
US stock futures rose, with S&P 500 E-mini futures gaining about 0.4%, after the August PCE report showed inflation rose 0.3% month-on-month, below the 0.4% estimate. The annual rate was 2.6%, below the 3.7% forecast.
US stock futures inch up as yields ease, PCE inflation looms
Dow E-minis were up 0.18%, S&P 500 E-minis up 0.1% and Nasdaq 100 E-minis down 0.01% at 05:27 a.m. ET. Traders awaited August PCE inflation, second-quarter GDP and comments from Fed officials later in the day.
Global bonds head for worst month in years as stocks stay resilient
Benchmark sovereign yields in the US, Germany and France hovered near multi-year highs while equity indexes rose across Asia and Europe. The dollar was set for a monthly gain, with crude and gold also firmer on the month.
Stoxx 600 rises 0.6% as FTSE and DAX edge higher into month end
STOXX 600 up 0.6% on the day; FTSE up 0.7%, DAX up 0.4% and CAC just above flatline. Utilities lead up 1.7%, oil and gas down 0.9%; Greggs shares up close to 6% after raising annual profit outlook.
Global markets: 10-year US Treasury yield near 2007 high, dollar set for monthly gain
Benchmark 10-year US Treasury yields held near 5.2383%, their highest since 2007, while the dollar was on track for a 2% monthly gain. Brent crude rose to $103.16 and spot gold fell 0.2%.