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US producer prices surge 1.3% in September, marking biggest monthly increase since 2022

Producer prices in the United States rose sharply in September, recording their largest monthly increase since March 2022 and adding to concerns about persistent inflation. Data released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the Producer Price Index (PPI) climbed 1.3% from August, signalling......

Global markets slide as AI stocks tumble and government bond yields fall

Global financial markets came under pressure on Thursday as shares linked to artificial intelligence (AI), particularly semiconductor manufacturers, suffered sharp losses. Asian exchanges recorded some of the steepest declines, while demand for government bonds increased, pushing borrowing yields lower......

JPMorgan reports higher quarterly profits despite weaker fixed-income trading

JPMorgan Chase reported higher revenue and profits for the third quarter of 2026, although its results fell short of analysts’ expectations as an unexpected decline in fixed-income trading revenue offset growth in other areas of its business. The drop marked the first year-on-year contraction in......

US dollar remains near an 18-month high amid geopolitical uncertainty

The US dollar remained close to its highest level in 18 months on Monday, supported by investor caution and demand for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. Although the dollar index edged down slightly to 102.16 points, it stayed near the peak recorded the previous week. The dollar index......

Global bond sell-off deepens as oil prices revive inflation concerns

Global government bond markets are facing renewed selling pressure as rising oil prices, persistent inflation concerns and expectations of higher interest rates reshape investor expectations at the end of the third quarter. The latest market moves have pushed borrowing costs sharply higher across several......

US private-sector hiring rebounds in September with 90,000 jobs added

US private-sector employers added 90,000 jobs in September, marking a notable acceleration in hiring after several months of slower growth, according to the latest ADP National Employment Report. The increase exceeded economists’ expectations and represented a significant improvement from August,......

US inflation rises less than expected in August as consumer spending surges

Inflation in the United States increased more slowly than expected in August, while consumer spending accelerated sharply, adding a mixed signal for the Federal Reserve as policymakers assess the need for further interest rate increases. The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index rose 0.3%......

Global markets face bond and geopolitical tests as El-Erian highlights key risks

Global financial markets are entering a period of heightened uncertainty as rising government bond yields, geopolitical tensions and shifting monetary-policy expectations increasingly influence investor decisions. Economist Mohamed El-Erian has highlighted several developments that could shape market......

Gold prices fall 2.7% as investors reassess US interest-rate outlook

Gold prices fell sharply on Monday, extending recent pressure on the precious metals market as higher oil prices and expectations of further monetary tightening in the United States weighed on investor sentiment. Spot gold declined 2.7% to $4,171.85 per ounce, while US gold futures also lost 2.7%, settling......