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Asian stocks showed mixed performance on Monday, with most markets trading in a flat-to-low range as investors awaited crucial economic indicators scheduled for later this week. Japan’s Nikkei 225 index retreated from record highs, while Chinese stocks remained largely flat amid concerns over potential US export restrictions and positive signals …

Global stocks are poised to conclude the week with a subdued performance, following seven consecutive weeks of gains, as hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data cast doubts on the timing and frequency of future interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. U.S. Inflation Data Dampens Rate Cut Expectations MSCI’s global equity index …

Japanese Yen Weakens Amidst BOJ Comments, Other Asian Currencies Remain Stable On Tuesday, most Asian currencies saw minimal movement while the dollar stabilized as markets awaited crucial U.S. inflation data, which could offer indications of the Federal Reserve’s stance on interest rates. Japanese Yen Retreats After BOJ Comments The Japanese …

Most Asian stocks dipped on Monday, mirroring the downturn in Wall Street, where apprehension loomed ahead of crucial U.S. inflation data. The prevailing sentiment was notably bleak in Japanese shares, which witnessed a sharp decline amid mounting speculation that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) is poised to increase interest rates. …

Last week, the financial markets were shaped by significant data releases across several major economies, notably the United States and the eurozone. In the eurozone, data published by the European Statistics Office (Eurostat) on Friday indicated that the region’s annual harmonized consumer price index (HICP) rose by 2.6% in February, …

The global equity index advanced on Thursday after anticipated US inflation reading, which provided little surprise for relieved investors and helped push US Treasury yields lower. Wall Street’s major stock indexes rebounded from the previous session’s decline due to investor jitters ahead of the US personal consumer expenditures (PCE) price …

The dollar experienced a broad decline on Wednesday, influenced by a global downturn in Treasury bond yields. Traders eagerly awaited the release of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting minutes, seeking insights into the central bank’s stance on interest rates. Yen Strengthens as Dollar Dips Below 150:In Asian trading, the …

On Tuesday, the dollar exhibited strength, maintaining its position above 150 yen amidst expectations of prolonged higher US interest rates. This occurred against the backdrop of Japan’s economic recession and market skepticism regarding Tokyo’s imminent monetary easing policy adjustment. China’s Mortgage Rate Cut Draws Trader Attention Early Tuesday, China’s decision …

In the wake of last week’s economic data revealing ongoing challenges in US inflation, the dollar steadied on Monday, reflecting cautious sentiment regarding the Federal Reserve’s potential monetary easing strategies. Despite market uncertainties, the yen remained weak, hovering in proximity to the significant threshold of 150 against the dollar. US …

In the pulse of the financial world, the spotlight of the past week fell squarely on key US economic indicators, particularly inflation data, igniting a flurry of activity and recalibration across markets. Inflation Insights Headline US inflation for January came in at 3.1%, a modest improvement that fell slightly short …