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Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks slide as oil surge fuels inflation concerns

Asian markets saw declines in China and Hong Kong equities on Friday. Crude oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, intensifying inflation worries. Investors remained cautious due to geopolitical risks and upcoming large IPOs. Technology shares received some support from policy expectations. Rising energy costs and liquidity pressures will influence…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's core inflation picks up in June; BOJ rate outlook keeps markets on edge

Japan's core consumer inflation rose to 1.6% in June. This increase occurred while food prices eased and service inflation slowed. Underlying inflation, excluding food and fuel, also saw a slight decrease. Economists anticipate stronger inflationary pressures later this year due to rising energy costs. The Bank of Japan will consider…

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Global Market: US urges BOJ to keep raising rates, flags persistent yen weakness despite narrower yield gap

The US Treasury Department has urged the Bank of Japan to continue raising interest rates. This action aims to control inflation expectations and reduce excessive yen currency volatility. The yen has weakened significantly, reaching a 40-year low against the US dollar recently. Higher prices are impacting Japanese households' purchasing power…

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Gold prices fall Rs 3,500/10 gram in 2 days, silver down Rs 8,700/kg as oil hits $100 again. Time to sell precious metals?

Gold and silver prices fell for a second straight session on the MCX as Brent crude climbed above $100 a barrel, stoking inflation concerns and boosting expectations that global interest rates could stay higher for longer. Investors also awaited next week's Federal Reserve policy decision.

The Economic Times

Gold softens on prospects of Fed rate hikes as Brent tops $100

Gold prices edged lower on Friday, impacted by rising crude oil prices. Inflation concerns and higher interest rate expectations are strengthening the case for rate hikes. U.S. Treasury yields reached their highest levels since January 2025. Traders are pricing in an 81% chance of a September rate hike. Other precious…

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Dollar rides yield surge as Middle East and trade wars raise inflation stakes

The dollar strengthened against major currencies on Friday. Rising oil prices and new trade tariffs fueled inflation concerns globally. U.S. Treasury yields climbed significantly, reaching multi-month highs. The yen remained near a 40-year low against the dollar. Investors anticipate central bank decisions amid inflationary pressures.

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks fall on tech selloff, oil trades above $100

Asian stocks declined following a Wall Street tech selloff and investor doubts about artificial intelligence returns. Oil prices held their gains after closing over one hundred dollars, reaching a May high. Treasuries fell and the dollar strengthened as inflation and interest rate hike concerns grew. US President Donald Trump's threats…

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US stocks today: Nasdaq plunges 2% as tech earnings spark AI spending worries

Wall Street closed sharply lower with Nasdaq down over 2% as weak Big Tech earnings and rising AI spending concerns hit sentiment. Surging oil prices above $100, driven by Middle East tensions, reignited inflation fears and pushed bond yields higher, overshadowing gains in defense stocks like Lockheed Martin.

The Economic Times

Michael Burry Warns on Long Bonds: Which Treasury ETFs Are Most — and Least — Exposed?

Michael Burry has put long-duration Treasury bonds back in the spotlight, warning that a combination of AI-driven debt expansion, rising inflation volatility, elevated oil prices and mounting stress in the Treasury basis trade could keep upward pressure on long-term yields — a challenging backdrop for long-duration bond ETFs.

Benzinga

Trump imposes fresh tariffs on UK, EU and dozens of other trading partners

New tariffs will replace 10% global duty and come after US supreme court declared many of the earlier levies illegal

The Guardian - US

Middle East Clashes Sent Oil Soaring. AI Spending And Inflation Fears Led Stocks To Sink

Stocks sunk on Thursday as escalating clashes in the Middle East send oil soaring, while rekindled inflation fears and concerns over AI spending are leading stocks to plummet.

International Business Times

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Sensex and Nifty declined for a fourth straight session as surging crude oil prices and escalating US-Iran tensions dampened investor sentiment. Analysts flagged rising inflation risks, bearish technical indicators and continued market volatility, with Nifty likely to face resistance near the 24,000 mark.

The Economic Times

'Healthiest Americans Ever' Refuse To Work: Record 105.8 Million Exit Labour Force Under Trump

A record 105.8 million Americans are not in the labour force, highlighting economic concerns as job growth slows and wages struggle to keep pace with inflation.

International Business Times UK

US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969

First-time jobless claims in the United States unexpectedly dropped last week. This decline reached the lowest level recorded since September 1969. The number of people on jobless benefit rolls also fell to a six-week low. This stability allows Federal Reserve officials to focus on inflation. The central bank is expected…

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Trump dismisses affordability as a ‘word made up by the Democrats’ while predicting oil will come ‘tumbling down.’ (It’s at $100 per barrel)

At his rally, Trump admitted, “You may be paying a little bit more,” and pleaded for more time, while saying the Iranians “break every deal they make.”

Latin Times

Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Say They Have Shoplifted This Year as Inflation Strains Budgets, Survey Finds

Respondents reported stealing primarily everyday necessities rather than discretionary items, with food and nonalcoholic beverages among the most commonly stolen goods

Euronews

ECB hostage to oil prices? Lagarde leaves door open for a September hike

ECB President Christine Lagarde warned that surging oil prices could shape the September rate decision, leaving the door open to another interest rate hike at the next meeting.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: US stocks fall as Big Tech earnings rekindle AI spending worries; oil hits $100

US stock markets faced a sharp downturn on Thursday, primarily driven by worries around Big Tech earnings. Following their quarterly financial disclosures, shares of Alphabet and Tesla fell sharply. Meanwhile, due to rising tensions in the Middle East, oil prices surged to $100 a barrel, reigniting worries about inflation and…

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Brent crude oil price surges past $100 as Houthi tanker attacks in Red Sea rattle markets

Brent crude surged above $100 a barrel after Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, escalating supply concerns. Rising crude prices intensified inflation fears, lifted bond yields and heightened risks to global energy markets.

Euronews

ECB holds rates at 2.25% as the reignited Iran war keeps a second hike in play

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged on Thursday, pausing after June's first hike in three years as easing inflation bought policymakers time, while renewed fighting in the Middle East caused a new rise in energy prices, keeping another hike firmly on the table for autumn.

The Independent UK

Europe's central bank holds rate steady amid swings in oil prices

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation

The Economic Times

Updated: Indian bonds fall for third session as oil prices near $100 a barrel

Indian government bonds experienced a decline for the third straight session on Thursday, primarily influenced by escalating tensions in the Middle East, which pushed crude oil prices to nearly $100 a barrel. Additionally, the rise in U.S. Treasury yields dampened market sentiment. Given India's dependency on crude oil imports, this…

International Business Times

Middle East Clashes Could Hit The World Economy. Growth Could Be Slashed to 1.3%, World Bank Says

World Bank Chief Economist Indermit Gill said that if the war continues for another six months or longer, growth could fall from the projected 2.5% to as little as 1.3%.

International Business Times

America's Shoplifting Problem Is Growing. Inflation May Be A Big Reason Why

A survey from LendingTree found that 30% of Americans admit they have shoplifted at least once, a sharp increase from 23% who said the same in its 2024 study.

The Economic Times

Bitcoin trades near $65,700 as AI-led inflation concerns cap gains despite strong ETF demand

Bitcoin traded near $65,700 on Thursday as inflation concerns capped gains. Strong ETF demand persisted, adding $203 million on Tuesday. Major altcoins like BNB and XRP saw gains up to two percent. Geopolitical risks intensified after Iran's exports were blocked. The global crypto market capitalization edged down slightly to $2.24…

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