Oil prices slipped sharply in Asian trade Monday, as signals of fresh supply increases rattled traders already wary of a growing glut. By 21:41 ET (01:41 GMT), Brent crude futures (Nov) were down 0.8% at $69.58 a barrel, while WTI crude (Nov) fell 0.9% to $65.16. Both benchmarks had surged …

European equity markets opened the week on a cautious positive note Monday, as investors positioned ahead of key U.S. labor data and closely monitored political wrangling in Washington over a potential government shutdown. By 04:00 ET (08:00 GMT), the Stoxx 600 rose 0.3%, while Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 …

Gold prices hit all-time highs in Asian trading on Monday, with investors flocking to the safe-haven asset amid mounting concerns over a possible U.S. government shutdown and continued bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. Spot gold surged to $3,812.00 an ounce, while December futures touched $3,839.05/oz, extending a rally supported …

Most Asian markets advanced on Monday as technology shares rebounded from last week’s steep sell-off, although caution prevailed with investors eyeing upcoming central bank meetings in Australia and India. Japanese equities underperformed as a stronger yen weighed on exporters, while Indian stocks continued to digest sharp declines from the prior …

Canada’s real GDP rose 0.2% in July, exceeding forecasts and reversing June’s 0.1% drop, Statistics Canada reported. The rebound follows an annualized 1.6% contraction in Q2 as analysts watch for signs of recession. Key drivers of July’s growth: Goods-producing industries led the gain with a 0.6% increase after three months …

Trump’s Tariff Shockwaves: Pharma, Trucks, and Global Trade on Edge U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on Thursday, with headline measures including 100% duties on branded pharmaceuticals and 25% levies on heavy-duty trucks, set to take effect next week. The move adds to an already aggressive trade policy …

Bitcoin extended its decline on Friday, falling below the key $110,000 mark and heading for its steepest weekly drop in months, as investors braced for one of the largest-ever cryptocurrency options expiries while awaiting U.S. inflation data for policy cues. Options Expiry Adds PressureThe world’s biggest cryptocurrency traded 1.8% lower …

U.S. stock index futures traded cautiously higher on Friday, with investors balancing fresh trade tariff announcements from President Donald Trump against anticipation for key inflation data that could guide the Federal Reserve’s next policy moves. Futures Hold Ground Ahead of PCE ReportAt 05:25 ET (09:25 GMT), Dow Jones Futures gained …

The U.S. dollar steadied on Friday after sharp gains in the previous session, supported by stronger-than-expected U.S. economic indicators that dampened expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve easing this year. Dollar Index on Track for Best Weekly Gain in Two MonthsThe dollar index eased 0.1% to 98.37 but remained poised for …

Oil prices held above seven-week highs in Asian trading on Friday, set for a weekly gain of more than 4%, as concerns over Russian supply disruptions and a surprise drawdown in U.S. crude inventories tightened the market balance. Market PerformanceBy 21:08 ET (01:08 GMT), Brent crude futures for November delivery …