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Global Market Today: Asian stocks edge up, Yen nears 160 per dollar

Asian stocks followed Wall Street higher, driven by renewed enthusiasm for AI-linked equities, pushing the S&P 500 to a ninth consecutive gain. The yen neared the 160-per-dollar level as traders awaited clues on Bank of Japan interest rate policy. Meanwhile, Brent crude rose amid reports of US forces intercepting Iranian…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

The Economic Times · May 29

Global Market: Japan inflation slows sharply, but energy risks cloud outlook

Japan's core inflation eased to a four-year low in April, driven by government subsidies. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict are expected to push inflation higher, prompting speculation of further monetary tightening by the Bank of Japan.

The Economic Times · May 22

The Week Ahead (April 27-May 1): China Implements Zero Tariffs on All African Partners

U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady, Bank of Japan convenes its policy meeting amid lowered rate hike expectations

Caixin Global · Apr 24

Berkshire Hathaway Just Sold $1.7 Billion in Yen Bonds. What Does That Mean and Why Did New CEO Greg Abel Make the Company’s Third-Largest Yen Deal Ever?

Berkshire Hathaway’s $1.7 billion yen bond sale offers insight into Greg Abel’s early capital allocation strategy.

Barchart · Apr 16

Iran war worries fail to dampen business sentiment in Japan

Bank of Japan surveys shows sentiment among major manufacturers improving for fourth consecutive quarter

The Independent UK · Apr 1

Asian shares, US futures gain as Japan keeps its key interest rate unchanged

Asian shares and U.S. futures are higher after U.S. stocks rose, regaining more of their losses for the week

The Independent UK · Jan 23

Stock Index Futures Muted in Thin Pre-Christmas Trade, U.S. Jobless Claims Data on Tap

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.03%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -0.01% this morning ahead of a holiday-shortened pre-Christmas trading session.

Barchart · Dec 24, 2025

S&P Futures Muted With U.S. GDP Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending down -0.04% this morning, steadying after a three-day rally as investors await a trio of reports delayed by the government shutdown, with a particular focus on the initial estimate of third-quarter GDP.

Barchart · Dec 23, 2025

Stocks Set to Extend Tech-Led Rally, U.S. Economic Data Awaited

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are up +0.31%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.54% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as the tech-driven rally looks set to carry into the holiday-shortened trading week.

Barchart · Dec 22, 2025