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Explained: Why is stock market rising today even as Iran-US war escalates, oil prices cross $85

Indian equities rallied on Wednesday despite escalating Iran-US tensions and Brent crude crossing $85 a barrel, as investors bet the conflict will remain contained and global risk appetite improves on softer US inflation. Financial stocks led the gains, though analysts cautioned that geopolitical risks, inflation and oil prices remain key…

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Country heading towards economic crisis due to Modi govt's policies: Congress

Wholesale price inflation reached 9.87 percent in June, impacting the nation's economy. The Congress party attributes this rise to the government's "anti-people policies". Fuel and electricity prices saw a significant surge, affecting common citizens. Agricultural sowing has also dropped to a three-year low, causing further distress. The opposition demands accountability…

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Indian bonds gain as soft US inflation cools Fed rate hike bets

Indian government bonds saw gains as US inflation eased, reducing immediate rate hike fears. Treasury yields declined, prompting a similar trend in Indian overnight index swap rates. Markets largely overlooked rising oil prices and their impact on domestic inflation. Anticipation of a delayed Federal Reserve rate hike cycle supported bond…

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Bitcoin climbs to $64,700 as softer US inflation eases US Fed rate hike concerns

Bitcoin rebounded to around $64,700 after softer-than-expected US inflation data weakened the dollar and eased concerns over near-term Fed rate hikes. Ethereum outperformed with a 5.3% gain, while the broader crypto market rose 3.2% to $2.22 trillion as investors tracked key macroeconomic and Fed policy cues.

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Rupee edges higher; options market gauge turns most bearish in over a month

The Indian rupee strengthened modestly on Wednesday against the U.S. dollar. Easing U.S. Federal Reserve rate hike bets supported the rupee's upward movement. Elevated oil prices and Middle East tensions caused trader caution and market anxiety. The Reserve Bank of India's daily reference rate saw significant dollar selling. Bond yields…

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Global Market: SK Hynix jumps 13% as easing US inflation, AI memory optimism lift chip stocks

South Korean semiconductor shares experienced a significant surge on Wednesday. This rally was fueled by softer U.S. inflation data and renewed AI demand optimism. SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics saw substantial gains in early trading. Analysts foresee strong structural demand from AI applications supporting the memory market. Industry experts predict…

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Asian shares rise after rally on Wall Street as data show US inflation slowing

Asian shares are mostly higher, tracking a rally on Wall Street following a report that showed U.S. inflation was not as bad last month as economists expected

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US Stock Market: Fed officials welcome softer US inflation, seek more evidence before policy shift

Federal Reserve officials noted cooling inflation data but stressed more months are needed. They indicated a weakened case for a near-term rate hike while remaining cautious. Market attention now shifts to producer price data for broader inflation trends. Investors have reduced expectations for an imminent interest rate increase. Policymakers remain…

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Sensex rises 130 points, Nifty closes above 24,050; market erases most of intraday gains

Indian stock markets closed higher on Wednesday with marginal gains. The Iran-US conflict escalated, impacting global oil prices significantly. Investors face uncertainty due to geopolitical tensions and domestic economic factors. Rising inflation and monsoon deficiency pose challenges for the Indian economy. Experts advise remaining invested in fairly valued growth sector…

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Gold prices fall Rs 1,500/10 gram, silver dips Rs 2,100/kg as oil rally outweighs US inflation data. What should investors do?

Gold and silver prices fell on the MCX on Wednesday as surging crude oil prices reignited inflation worries and dampened hopes of U.S. rate cuts, weighing on demand for precious metals. Gold futures slipped Rs 1,517 per 10 grams, while silver futures dropped Rs 2,125 per kg, reversing gains from…

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Explained: Why South Korea's Kospi jumped 7% despite escalating Middle East tensions

South Korea's benchmark Kospi surged 7% on Wednesday, extending its rally for a second session as softer-than-expected US inflation data and Wall Street gains boosted risk appetite. Optimism over AI memory demand also lifted semiconductor stocks, with Samsung Electronics rising 8%, SK Hynix gaining over 13%, Hanmi Semiconductor soaring 25%,…

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Seoul leads Asian stocks higher as US inflation eases rate fears

HONG KONG — Seoul led gains across Asian equity markets early Wednesday as tech firms bounced back following a softer-than-expected US inflation print that soothed worries about a possible interest rate hike this month.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Jump as Softer Inflation Dims Rate Hike Odds: Analyst Sees 'Bullish Case' Amid Muted Crypto Chatter

Leading cryptocurrencies rallied alongside stocks on Tuesday following cooler-than-expected inflation numbers, despite elevated geopolitical tensions remaining in place.

Benzinga

Gold edges higher on soft US inflation, Gulf conflict clouds rate outlook

Gold prices saw a slight increase on Wednesday as inflation data eased rate hike worries. Renewed Middle East conflict and rising oil prices, however, limited gains for the precious metal. Traders now anticipate a lower probability of a U.S. interest rate increase this year. Investors await China's economic data, which…

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Dollar struggles as softer inflation dims Fed hike bets

The dollar weakened significantly after softer inflation data emerged on Wednesday. This data curbed expectations for an immediate Federal Reserve interest rate hike. However, elevated oil prices continue to pose potential inflation risks for the economy. Bond yields also declined following the surprisingly soft consumer price index report. Traders now…

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise after soft US CPI, Kospi rallies

Asian shares advanced as softer US inflation data eased rate hike concerns. The artificial intelligence trade gained renewed strength, boosting technology stocks significantly. Oil prices rose for a third consecutive day due to escalating Middle East tensions. Investors are closely watching the semiconductor sector after a volatile trading session. Fed…

Kiplinger

Stocks Rise on Hot Earnings, Cool Inflation: Stock Market Today

Second-quarter earnings and June consumer inflation data offset continuing uncertainty about the Strait of Hormuz.

Barchart

Stocks Settle Higher on Tame Inflation News

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.38%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.10%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +0.35%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Inflation Dropped More Than Expected In The U.S. In June. Stocks Climbed As a Result

Stocks rose on Tuesday after inflation dropped in the U.S. and traders reduced their expectations of a rate hike by the Federal Reserve in its next meeting.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq end higher on cool inflation data, solid bank earnings

U.S. stocks ended higher as softer June inflation data and strong bank earnings lifted sentiment despite escalating Middle East tensions. Nasdaq outperformed on chip gains, while JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs advanced on robust results. IBM fell on weak revenue guidance, and markets scaled back expectations of a near-term Federal Reserve…

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Dollar Declines on a Benign US CPI Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.32% on Tuesday. The dollar retreated on Tuesday after US June consumer prices rose less than expected, a dovish factor for Fed policy. Also, the benign CPI report has reduced the chances of a Fed rate hike at the FOMC meeting later this...

International Business Times UK

Social Security's 4.7% COLA Estimate Sounds Great But There's a Catch

Early forecasts suggest Social Security's 2027 COLA could reach 4.7%, but analysts warn the raise is still only an estimate and may not offset rising costs.

Benzinga

Wells Fargo CEO Says America Is Still Spending Big—Even With Inflation Concerns

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) on Tuesday reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter results as higher fee income, investment banking activity and net interest income lifted revenue.

Evening Standard

Soft US inflation helps FTSE shake off oil surge

The turnaround in the fortunes of London’s blue-chip index came as figures showed US consumer prices fell more than expected in June.

The Economic Times

Fed's Warsh vows to 'do my job' if challenged by Trump

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reaffirmed his commitment to controlling inflation and maintaining the Fed’s independence despite political pressure. While US inflation eased in June, Warsh signalled no immediate rate cuts. Markets lowered expectations of near-term hikes, as his policy stance remains focused on restoring price stability.

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