Global markets face a busy week as investors track US-China talks, Treasury yields, the UN General Assemb ...More

Global markets face a busy week as investors track US-China talks, Treasury yields, the UN General Assembly, AI risks and Indonesia’s rate decision, with geopolitical tensions and monetary policy shaping sentiment. ...Less

Shares of Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Skydance jumped after reports that Paramount and California ...More

Shares of Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Skydance jumped after reports that Paramount and California’s attorney general were in advanced settlement talks that could clear a key hurdle to their proposed merger. If sustained, the gains would add a combined $5.59 billion to the companies’ market valuations. ...Less

Ligent Technologies shares surged nearly 19% in their Hong Kong debut after the Chinese fibre-optic commu ...More

Ligent Technologies shares surged nearly 19% in their Hong Kong debut after the Chinese fibre-optic communications equipment maker raised HK$5.67 billion through its IPO. The stock opened above its offer price and gained further before paring back some gains. Strong retail and institutional demand drove the closely watched listing debut. ...Less

South Korean shares rose nearly 2% on Tuesday, tracking Wall Street gains, with Samsung Electronics and S ...More

South Korean shares rose nearly 2% on Tuesday, tracking Wall Street gains, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix leading the rally. The won strengthened while government bond yields eased as investor sentiment improved amid stronger risk appetite. ...Less

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Eurozone government bond yields rose on Tuesday as Brent crude rebounded above $100 a barrel amid escalat ...More

Eurozone government bond yields rose on Tuesday as Brent crude rebounded above $100 a barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions. German 10-year yields rose 3 basis points to 3.481%, while French and Italian yields climbed 4 basis points as investors weighed persistent inflation risks. ...Less

Bank of Korea board member Chang Yong-sung signaled a data-driven approach to future interest rate hikes, ...More

Bank of Korea board member Chang Yong-sung signaled a data-driven approach to future interest rate hikes, emphasizing inflation, economic growth, and financial stability. The remarks follow the central bank's recent 25 basis point rate hike to 3.00% on August 27 as policymakers act to contain financial imbalances. ...Less

China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Monday led by technology, healthcare, and property shares. Investors p ...More

China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Monday led by technology, healthcare, and property shares. Investors parsed high-level talks between US and Chinese officials in New York ahead of a planned summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at extending an existing bilateral trade truce. ...Less

China’s yuan strengthened to four-year highs against the dollar, supported by strong exports, exporter do ...More

China’s yuan strengthened to four-year highs against the dollar, supported by strong exports, exporter dollar conversions and expectations of easing US-China trade tensions. Despite the latest US rate hike, analysts see further appreciation potential. However, wider US-China yield differentials, domestic deflation risks and possible capital outflows could create renewed pressure on the currency. ...Less

South Korean shares rallied on Friday, led by semiconductor stocks, as easing oil prices, gains in US tec ...More

South Korean shares rallied on Friday, led by semiconductor stocks, as easing oil prices, gains in US technology stocks and lower Treasury yields improved investor sentiment. The KOSPI rose 1.8%, although it remained lower for the week. ...Less

European shares opened largely flat on Tuesday as investors remained cautious over potential US-Iran talk ...More

European shares opened largely flat on Tuesday as investors remained cautious over potential US-Iran talks and developments around the Strait of Hormuz. Energy stocks gained 0.4% as oil prices recovered, while retail stocks rose 1.3%, led by Kingfisher. Insurance stocks declined, and investors awaited euro zone consumer confidence data for further economic signals. ...Less

The European Central Bank launched Pontes, a new service connecting its payment infrastructure with block ...More

The European Central Bank launched Pontes, a new service connecting its payment infrastructure with blockchain markets for euro settlements. The ECB also plans to invest a portion of its EUR 23 billion own funds in digital securities, while developing a retail digital euro targeted for a 2029 release. ...Less

Euro area government bond yields fell Monday as lower oil prices eased inflation concerns. Germany’s 10-y ...More

Euro area government bond yields fell Monday as lower oil prices eased inflation concerns. Germany’s 10-year Bund yield dropped 4.5 basis points to 3.48%. Investors focused on potential diplomatic progress over Iran and recovering Saudi oil shipments. German regional election gains by far-left and AfD parties had limited market impact. ...Less

European shares rose as technology stocks led gains and falling oil prices eased inflation concerns. The ...More

European shares rose as technology stocks led gains and falling oil prices eased inflation concerns. The STOXX 600 advanced 0.56%, while investors also tracked the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting. ...Less

European shares edged lower on Friday, with the STOXX 600 slipping 0.2% as telecommunications and food st ...More

European shares edged lower on Friday, with the STOXX 600 slipping 0.2% as telecommunications and food stocks weighed on the benchmark. Technology stocks rose 0.9%, limiting losses, while energy shares declined amid weaker oil prices. The index remained on track for its first weekly gain in three weeks. ...Less

GIFT City is emerging as a gateway for Indian investors seeking global exposure, with new fund structures ...More

GIFT City is emerging as a gateway for Indian investors seeking global exposure, with new fund structures and financial products. The evolving opportunities, regulatory framework and practical considerations around accessing global markets will take centre stage at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 in Mumbai on October 8, with experts exploring GIFT City’s growing role. ...Less

China’s stock markets rose strongly as investors anticipated progress in upcoming US-China trade talks be ...More

China’s stock markets rose strongly as investors anticipated progress in upcoming US-China trade talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Technology, AI and semiconductor stocks led gains, while Hong Kong equities also advanced. Markets are watching potential tariff relief, agricultural deals and technology discussions, alongside China’s domestic demand challenges and economic outlook. ...Less

Mainland China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Tuesday, driven by strong gains in artificial intelligence sh ...More

Mainland China and Hong Kong stocks rose on Tuesday, driven by strong gains in artificial intelligence shares following agreements between the US and China to continue talks on AI safety. Investors remain focused on upcoming policy signals from Beijing and President Xi Jinping's scheduled state visit to the US. ...Less

European shares recovered after two sessions of losses as a pause in oil prices eased pressure on risk as ...More

European shares recovered after two sessions of losses as a pause in oil prices eased pressure on risk assets ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision. Banks led gains, while investors tracked bond yields, inflation concerns and geopolitical developments. ...Less

China is slowing humanoid-robot IPO plans as regulators scrutinise soaring valuations and government-link ...More

China is slowing humanoid-robot IPO plans as regulators scrutinise soaring valuations and government-linked revenue, pushing companies to demonstrate sustainable commercial demand and stronger evidence of real-world deployment. ...Less

Global diesel markets are facing mounting supply pressures as refinery outages, export curbs and shipping ...More

Global diesel markets are facing mounting supply pressures as refinery outages, export curbs and shipping disruptions reduce availability across Europe, the US and Asia. With inventories below seasonal norms and refineries already running at high utilisation rates, further disruptions could leave fuel markets vulnerable to sharper price increases. ...Less

China’s yuan climbed to a 3-1/2-year high against the dollar after the central bank set a stronger daily ...More

China’s yuan climbed to a 3-1/2-year high against the dollar after the central bank set a stronger daily fixing for the 10th straight session. Investors are watching the currency’s outlook ahead of the upcoming Xi-Trump meeting and trade discussions. ...Less

MSCI Inc.’s gauge of Asian shares climbed 0.5%, with memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hyn ...More

MSCI Inc.’s gauge of Asian shares climbed 0.5%, with memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. the top contributors to gains. South Korea’s benchmark Kospi Index jumped more than 2%. Contracts for US benchmarks edged higher after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posted their best days since early August. ...Less

SoftBank Group is raising $11 billion through dollar- and euro-denominated bonds to fund its $10 billion ...More

SoftBank Group is raising $11 billion through dollar- and euro-denominated bonds to fund its $10 billion investment in OpenAI, replacing bridge financing and adding debt across multiple maturities. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei edged higher as investors bought beaten-down gaming and pharmaceutical shares, while falli ...More

Japan’s Nikkei edged higher as investors bought beaten-down gaming and pharmaceutical shares, while falling crude oil prices supported sentiment. Gains remained limited as chip stocks fell and investors awaited the Bank of Japan’s policy decision. ...Less

Chinese and Hong Kong equities rose on Wednesday, led by technology stocks as investors awaited the US Fe ...More

Chinese and Hong Kong equities rose on Wednesday, led by technology stocks as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision. The Shanghai Composite gained around 0.6%, while the Hang Seng and Hang Seng Tech Index also advanced. Rising Treasury yields, oil prices and inflation concerns kept investors cautious. ...Less

Morgan Stanley expects the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank to raise interest rates further a ...More

Morgan Stanley expects the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank to raise interest rates further as persistent inflation and elevated oil prices complicate the monetary policy outlook. The brokerage sees additional Fed hikes this year and another ECB increase in December. ...Less

MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge advanced 0.2% with Japan shut for a public holiday. S&P 500 futures ro ...More

MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge advanced 0.2% with Japan shut for a public holiday. S&P 500 futures rose 0.3% after the underlying gauge eked out a gain Friday, while contracts on the Nasdaq 100 Index climbed 0.4%. ...Less

France may support former Dutch central bank chief Klaas Knot to succeed Christine Lagarde as ECB preside ...More

France may support former Dutch central bank chief Klaas Knot to succeed Christine Lagarde as ECB president in exchange for a French candidate getting the chief economist role, according to Reuters sources. Other names in contention include Pablo Hernández de Cos, Joachim Nagel and Nadia Calvino. ...Less

Eurozone bond yields were headed for their first weekly decline since early August as investors pared bac ...More

Eurozone bond yields were headed for their first weekly decline since early August as investors pared back expectations of further ECB rate hikes. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields stabilised after the 10-year yield briefly breached 5% earlier this week. ...Less

Foreign investors turned net sellers of Asian bonds in August, recording $457 million in outflows across ...More

Foreign investors turned net sellers of Asian bonds in August, recording $457 million in outflows across South Korea, Malaysia, India, Indonesia and Thailand. Rising global yields, inflation concerns and expectations of tighter monetary policy weighed on demand. ...Less

European shares traded subdued as technology stocks slid on concerns over the pace of artificial intellig ...More

European shares traded subdued as technology stocks slid on concerns over the pace of artificial intelligence development, while a sharp rise in oil prices weighed on risk appetite. Investors also turned their attention to the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision, with markets increasingly pricing in a 25-basis-point rate hike this week. ...Less

The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.25% to contain inflation risks. Japanese ...More

The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.25% to contain inflation risks. Japanese technology stocks rallied as easing crude prices supported sentiment, with SoftBank, Advantest and Tokyo Electron posting strong gains. ...Less

Micron’s September 30 earnings will test whether strong AI-driven memory demand can sustain elevated expe ...More

Micron’s September 30 earnings will test whether strong AI-driven memory demand can sustain elevated expectations, with investors watching HBM shipments, pricing, margins and growing Chinese competition. ...Less

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basi ...More

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points and signalled another hike could come this year. Rate-sensitive sectors, including gold, non-ferrous metals and property stocks, came under pressure as investors reassessed the outlook for global borrowing costs and higher-for-longer rates. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei was largely flat on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious ahead of interest-rate decision ...More

Japan’s Nikkei was largely flat on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious ahead of interest-rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan. Weakness in chip stocks offset gains in energy and trading shares, while the broader Topix outperformed. ...Less

The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its policy rate by 25 basis points to a 31-year high of 1.25% as r ...More

The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its policy rate by 25 basis points to a 31-year high of 1.25% as rising oil and import costs intensify inflation risks. Investors will watch Governor Kazuo Ueda’s guidance for signals on further monetary tightening. ...Less

South Korean shares rose on Wednesday, led by heavyweight chipmakers, as investors awaited the Federal Re ...More

South Korean shares rose on Wednesday, led by heavyweight chipmakers, as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision and guidance. Gains in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix supported the KOSPI, while higher US Treasury yields kept markets cautious. ...Less

MSCI’s regional equities gauge advanced 0.3% with South Korea’s Kospi index leading gains. That came afte ...More

MSCI’s regional equities gauge advanced 0.3% with South Korea’s Kospi index leading gains. That came after the S&P 500 Index rose 1.1% on Thursday, its biggest advance since early August. The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 Index climbed 1.7%, while a key gauge of chipmakers jumped 3.1% as US stocks rebounded from losses triggered by the Federal Reserve’s first rate hike since 2023. ...Less

European shares rose on Thursday as falling crude oil prices and stabilising bond markets improved invest ...More

European shares rose on Thursday as falling crude oil prices and stabilising bond markets improved investor sentiment following the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate hike. The STOXX 600 and DAX gained 0.5%, led by travel and technology stocks. Energy shares declined, while investors awaited the Bank of England’s interest-rate decision. ...Less

The Bank of Korea’s August rate hike exposed a growing policy divide, with one policymaker voting against ...More

The Bank of Korea’s August rate hike exposed a growing policy divide, with one policymaker voting against the increase and favouring a pause. While inflation and financial stability risks support tighter policy, concerns over economic growth and rising loan delinquencies could make the central bank more cautious about further rate increases. ...Less

Japanese government bond yields extended their rise as higher oil prices and Middle East tensions fuelled ...More

Japanese government bond yields extended their rise as higher oil prices and Middle East tensions fuelled inflation concerns. Longer-dated JGB yields also climbed, while investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision and assessed Japan’s fiscal policy outlook. ...Less

J.P. Morgan expects the Bank of England to raise interest rates by 25 basis points in November and again ...More

J.P. Morgan expects the Bank of England to raise interest rates by 25 basis points in November and again in 2027 after holding rates at 3.75%. The BoE warned inflation could exceed 4%. It also paused government bond sales for six months, while markets assess debt concerns, policy coordination and inflation risks. ...Less

The Bank of England is expected to hold its 3.75% benchmark rate for a sixth meeting despite UK inflation ...More

The Bank of England is expected to hold its 3.75% benchmark rate for a sixth meeting despite UK inflation rising to 3.1% in August. Higher fuel and energy costs linked to the Iran conflict are intensifying price pressures. Policymakers will monitor wages and domestic inflation, while markets anticipate possible rate hikes later. ...Less

Amid rising investor concerns surrounding France's fiscal health leading up to next year's elections, ris ...More

Amid rising investor concerns surrounding France's fiscal health leading up to next year's elections, risk premiums on French government bonds have surged to levels not seen since the euro zone debt crisis. The country grapples with a tough budget situation, prompting plans for a substantial savings initiative aimed at mitigating the increasing budget deficit, which has impacted French banking stocks and the main stock index significantly. ...Less

Euronext and Deutsche Boerse shares rose around 2% after Euronext CEO Stephane Boujnah said a potential c ...More

Euronext and Deutsche Boerse shares rose around 2% after Euronext CEO Stephane Boujnah said a potential combination could make strategic sense. His comments revived merger speculation between Europe’s two largest exchange groups, though no talks are currently underway. ...Less

PepsiCo envisions India becoming one of its top ten global markets and plans to invest around Rs 5,700 cr ...More

PepsiCo envisions India becoming one of its top ten global markets and plans to invest around Rs 5,700 crore by 2030. This ambitious growth strategy includes expanding manufacturing capabilities and bolstering regional operations. Recently, the company launched its fifth plant in Nalbari, Assam, with an investment of Rs 778 crore, underscoring its belief in India's significant business growth potential. ...Less

Japan’s inflation outlook is becoming increasingly sensitive to import costs, yen movements and supply sh ...More

Japan’s inflation outlook is becoming increasingly sensitive to import costs, yen movements and supply shocks, raising concerns at the Bank of Japan. Policymakers are assessing whether these pressures could become persistent and influence inflation expectations, as the central bank weighs further rate hikes amid changing domestic and global economic conditions. ...Less

Hong Kong has unveiled its first Five-Year Plan through 2030, targeting higher innovation spending and gr ...More

Hong Kong has unveiled its first Five-Year Plan through 2030, targeting higher innovation spending and greater investment in AI, robotics, microelectronics and advanced manufacturing. The strategy also focuses on the Northern Metropolis and deeper technology and economic integration with mainland China. ...Less

The Delhi edition of the Gateway to the UAE Delhi Roadshow, hosted by Ajman Free Zone in partnership with ...More

The Delhi edition of the Gateway to the UAE Delhi Roadshow, hosted by Ajman Free Zone in partnership with The Economic Times and Times of India Digital, brought together business, tax and trade experts to examine opportunities for Indian companies seeking to establish a regional presence in the UAE. ...Less

China's industrial output accelerated in August, supported by strong demand for AI-related technology and ...More

China's industrial output accelerated in August, supported by strong demand for AI-related technology and advanced manufacturing. However, weak retail sales, falling property investment and subdued domestic demand highlighted growing imbalances, increasing pressure on Beijing to provide additional policy support. ...Less

The eurozone bond yields edged higher after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and signalled furth ...More

The eurozone bond yields edged higher after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and signalled further tightening. German short-term yields increased, while the 10-year yield remained near a 17-year high. Rising oil and gas prices are also raising concerns about renewed ECB rate hikes, with markets pricing further increases amid persistent inflationary pressures. ...Less

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, prompting investors to reasses ...More

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, prompting investors to reassess the outlook for further tightening. Higher Treasury yields, persistent inflation and uncertainty over future rate moves could keep pressure on equities and fixed-income markets. ...Less

China has expanded yuan foreign-exchange clearing to include the Singapore dollar, New Zealand dollar and ...More

China has expanded yuan foreign-exchange clearing to include the Singapore dollar, New Zealand dollar and Thai baht, as Beijing seeks to widen the currency’s international use. The move strengthens clearing infrastructure for yuan transactions, supports greater liquidity and facilitates direct trading and settlement with a broader range of global partners. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.6% on Monday, dragged by technology and semiconductor stocks as concerns over the p ...More

Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.6% on Monday, dragged by technology and semiconductor stocks as concerns over the pace and risks of artificial intelligence development weighed on sentiment. Investors also remained cautious ahead of key US and Japanese central bank decisions. ...Less

MSCI’s Asian equities index advanced 0.1%. Contracts for Wall Street gauges also nudged up in early tradi ...More

MSCI’s Asian equities index advanced 0.1%. Contracts for Wall Street gauges also nudged up in early trading as OpenAI weighed a new funding round at a $1.2 trillion valuation. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 slipped Tuesday, while a gauge of chipmakers eked out an increase. ...Less

South Korean shares fell sharply on Monday, led by technology stocks, as concerns over the pace and risks ...More

South Korean shares fell sharply on Monday, led by technology stocks, as concerns over the pace and risks of artificial intelligence development weighed on investor sentiment. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix declined, while the won strengthened slightly against the dollar. ...Less

The Kospi Index — a key barometer for AI investments — fell over 3% with SK Hynix Inc. and Samsung Electr ...More

The Kospi Index — a key barometer for AI investments — fell over 3% with SK Hynix Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co. among the losers. Semiconductor makers and other AI-linked stocks may face the most pressure initially on Monday, while investors assess whether a more cautious approach to developing advanced models will crimp earnings. ...Less

European stocks edged higher on Friday, but the STOXX 600 remained on track for its worst weekly performa ...More

European stocks edged higher on Friday, but the STOXX 600 remained on track for its worst weekly performance since April as elevated bond yields and concerns over aggressive interest rate hikes weighed on sentiment. ...Less

The Hong Kong dollar weakened towards the lower end of its trading band as the widening interest-rate gap ...More

The Hong Kong dollar weakened towards the lower end of its trading band as the widening interest-rate gap with the US increased the appeal of carry trades. The HKMA raised its base rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%, although analysts do not expect an immediate currency-market intervention. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei recovered from early losses to rise around 1%, driven by a 9.13% rebound in SoftBank as in ...More

Japan’s Nikkei recovered from early losses to rise around 1%, driven by a 9.13% rebound in SoftBank as investors reassessed concerns over slowing AI investment. Technology and semiconductor shares advanced, while banking stocks kept the broader Topix subdued. ...Less

In a strategic shift, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25%, aiming to address ongoing infla ...More

In a strategic shift, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.25%, aiming to address ongoing inflation challenges. This decision led to a dip in Asian sovereign bonds and the dollar, while gold maintained its losses. Interestingly, Asian stock markets posted minor gains, leaving investors speculating about the future trajectory of monetary policy adjustments. ...Less

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have rejected KEPCO’s proposal for a 25 trillion won upfront payment to ...More

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have rejected KEPCO’s proposal for a 25 trillion won upfront payment to fund electricity infrastructure for planned semiconductor clusters. The move highlights concerns over uncertain chip demand and the significant costs of expanding power infrastructure. ...Less

China's mainland stocks traded mixed on Monday as AI and semiconductor shares fell, dragging the CSI AI I ...More

China's mainland stocks traded mixed on Monday as AI and semiconductor shares fell, dragging the CSI AI Index down 1.2% and the STAR50 down 0.9%, even as banking stocks rose due to defensive buying. Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.4%, but its AI sub-index dropped 2.4%, led by a 10.5% plunge in Z.AI after a discounted share placement. ...Less

Middle East conflict-driven energy price spikes and rising global borrowing costs are reviving inflation ...More

Middle East conflict-driven energy price spikes and rising global borrowing costs are reviving inflation risks while threatening economic growth. Brent crude remains above $100, government bond yields have surged, and households face higher fuel, energy and mortgage costs. Despite resilient economic activity and AI investment, prolonged pressures could create a challenging stagflationary environment. ...Less

MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge slipped 0.1%, with benchmarks in Japan and South Korea edging lower. T ...More

MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge slipped 0.1%, with benchmarks in Japan and South Korea edging lower. The move followed a retreat on Wall Street on Monday, where the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index tumbled 5.9% — its biggest drop in more than two months — with Nvidia Corp. and Intel Corp. among the decliners. ...Less

SB Energy, backed by SoftBank, plans to raise up to $500 million from Japanese investors through a share ...More

SB Energy, backed by SoftBank, plans to raise up to $500 million from Japanese investors through a share sale as it prepares for a US listing. The data centre developer is also attracting major AI players, including Nvidia and OpenAI, amid surging infrastructure demand. ...Less

Japanese government bond yields rose at the short end of the curve, with the 2-year yield reaching its hi ...More

Japanese government bond yields rose at the short end of the curve, with the 2-year yield reaching its highest level in more than three decades as investors raised bets on a Bank of Japan rate hike. Longer-dated JGB yields declined as lower oil prices eased inflation concerns. ...Less

The European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates further to contain inflation as higher fuel co ...More

The European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates further to contain inflation as higher fuel costs linked to the Iran conflict risk feeding into wages and consumer prices. Policymaker Martins Kazaks said gradual tightening remains possible. ...Less

Goldman Sachs now expects the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates by another 25 basis points in Oc ...More

Goldman Sachs now expects the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates by another 25 basis points in October, revising its earlier view that the central bank had completed its tightening cycle after a September rate increase. ...Less

Speculators turned bullish on the yen for the first time since February as expectations of faster Bank of ...More

Speculators turned bullish on the yen for the first time since February as expectations of faster Bank of Japan rate hikes intensified. Futures positioning swung sharply from net short to net long, reflecting renewed confidence after the currency recovered from a four-decade low. ...Less

China’s slower loan growth is emerging as a new normal as weakening property and local government sectors ...More

China’s slower loan growth is emerging as a new normal as weakening property and local government sectors reduce credit demand faster than emerging industries can make up for it, PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng said. Although new bank lending recovered in August from July’s record contraction, it remained below market expectations, with weak household and business borrowing continuing to weigh on overall credit growth. ...Less

European stocks edged higher on Friday but remained headed for their worst weekly performance since April ...More

European stocks edged higher on Friday but remained headed for their worst weekly performance since April as rising bond yields and inflation concerns weighed on sentiment. Investors are awaiting US inflation data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s rate path, while oil prices above $100 and a hawkish ECB outlook add pressure. ...Less

Eurozone government bonds are facing their sharpest weekly selloff since the Iran war began as surging en ...More

Eurozone government bonds are facing their sharpest weekly selloff since the Iran war began as surging energy prices fuel inflation concerns and boost expectations of further rate hikes. German, French and Italian yields have climbed, putting global debt markets under pressure. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei fell over 3% in early trade as surging oil prices and rising US Treasury yields revived in ...More

Japan’s Nikkei fell over 3% in early trade as surging oil prices and rising US Treasury yields revived inflation and rate-hike concerns. Japanese equities came under broad pressure, with 201 Nikkei 225 stocks declining against just 23 gainers. ...Less

External affairs minister S Jaishankar urged BRICS to adopt transparent trade practices. He highlighted g ...More

External affairs minister S Jaishankar urged BRICS to adopt transparent trade practices. He highlighted geopolitical upheavals and supply chain disruptions affecting global stability. Rapid digitisation offers new growth possibilities and productivity gains for member nations. India's BRICS chairship focuses on trade, digital technology, and energy security. The objective is to strengthen economic resilience while remaining competitive globally. ...Less

Tencent-backed Shanghai Enflame Technology surged nearly 200% in its Shanghai debut after raising $912 mi ...More

Tencent-backed Shanghai Enflame Technology surged nearly 200% in its Shanghai debut after raising $912 million through its IPO. Strong investor demand reflects China’s push for domestic AI chips amid US restrictions. Despite rapid revenue growth, Enflame remains loss-making and heavily dependent on Tencent, which accounted for 83.79% of 2025 revenue. ...Less

India could emerge as a global content production hub by combining its growing AI capabilities, creative ...More

India could emerge as a global content production hub by combining its growing AI capabilities, creative talent and expanding media global capability centres, industry experts said. The opportunity goes beyond traditional strengths such as VFX and outsourcing, with AI potentially enabling large-scale content production for global studios, streaming platforms and brands. Government initiatives including WAVES, WAVES Bazaar and Create in India Challenges are seeking to connect Indian creators with global markets, while investments in animation, VFX, gaming and comics are expanding the talent base beyond major cities. ...Less

Global capital is constantly shifting across markets, sectors and asset classes as investors respond to g ...More

Global capital is constantly shifting across markets, sectors and asset classes as investors respond to growth, interest rates, valuations and geopolitical risks. ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 will explore these shifts with Nilesh Shah, examining where global money is moving, what it means for India and how investors can identify emerging opportunities. ...Less

European shares edged higher after their sharpest one-day decline in two months, as investors awaited an ...More

European shares edged higher after their sharpest one-day decline in two months, as investors awaited an expected ECB rate hike and Christine Lagarde’s comments on inflation. Rising oil prices above $100 a barrel remained a key concern for markets. ...Less

Blackstone has secured a dominant share in Sanha Logistics Park II, located in South Korea. This strategi ...More

Blackstone has secured a dominant share in Sanha Logistics Park II, located in South Korea. This strategic acquisition reinforces Blackstone's foothold in the East Asian market, with the logistics park slated for completion by 2028. Management of the development and assets will remain under ESR. This initiative enhances Blackstone's logistics real estate portfolio throughout the region. ...Less

Barclays expects the European Central Bank to raise interest rates by another 25 basis points in December ...More

Barclays expects the European Central Bank to raise interest rates by another 25 basis points in December as persistent inflation and higher energy prices keep pressure on policymakers. The forecast follows the ECB’s latest rate hike, while markets are pricing in a high probability of another increase as oil prices remain elevated. ...Less

Hong Kong is seeing finance professionals return as a strong IPO market, rising corporate investment and ...More

Hong Kong is seeing finance professionals return as a strong IPO market, rising corporate investment and deeper China links revive its appeal as a global financial hub. Hiring is picking up across wealth management, asset management, AI, compliance and risk. ...Less

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Friday, with the CSI300 and Hang Seng heading for weekly losses amid t ...More

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Friday, with the CSI300 and Hang Seng heading for weekly losses amid thin trading volumes, weaker liquidity and rising expectations of further US interest rate hikes. Mainland metal stocks led declines, while oil shares gained on stronger crude prices. ...Less

China’s Ministry of Finance will inject up to $10.4 billion into five state-owned insurers as part of a b ...More

China’s Ministry of Finance will inject up to $10.4 billion into five state-owned insurers as part of a broader plan to strengthen financial stability. The recapitalisation comes as tighter solvency rules and falling bond yields pressure insurers, while Beijing encourages greater equity investments. Analysts expect a measured, rather than aggressive, increase. ...Less

SBICAP Securities has partnered with Appreciate Broking IFSC to give retail investors regulated access to ...More

SBICAP Securities has partnered with Appreciate Broking IFSC to give retail investors regulated access to more than 8,000 US stocks and global ETFs through GIFT City. The platform offers single-KYC onboarding and fractional investing starting at $1. ...Less

The alliance aims to build domestic design and manufacturing capabilities to cater to next-generation pro ...More

The alliance aims to build domestic design and manufacturing capabilities to cater to next-generation product requirements across automotive, industrial, communications, security, and intelligent-edge sectors, according to a joint statement. ...Less

ECB policymaker Joachim Nagel said the central bank may need to raise interest rates further if elevated ...More

ECB policymaker Joachim Nagel said the central bank may need to raise interest rates further if elevated energy prices persist, potentially moving policy into mildly restrictive territory. The ECB raised its key rate to 2.50% on Thursday, while the outlook for future hikes will depend on energy prices and inflation trends. ...Less

Oil India plans to invest approximately fifteen thousand crore rupees in deepwater exploration over three ...More

Oil India plans to invest approximately fifteen thousand crore rupees in deepwater exploration over three years. The company intends to drill eight wells, contingent on seismic data interpretation for identifying prospects. The government is actively promoting deepwater exploration and offering financial support for drilling costs. Oil India will partner with foreign firms for upcoming exploration licensing rounds. Current global market conditions encourage companies to invest in exploration activities. ...Less

The European Central Bank is widely expected to raise interest rates to 2.50% on Thursday as soaring ener ...More

The European Central Bank is widely expected to raise interest rates to 2.50% on Thursday as soaring energy prices amid the Iran war fuel fresh inflation concerns. With inflation above its 2% target and the euro zone economy proving resilient, markets are pricing in further ECB rate hikes. ...Less

LTSCT and Tata Electronics have partnered strategically to elevate the domestic semiconductor chip indust ...More

LTSCT and Tata Electronics have partnered strategically to elevate the domestic semiconductor chip industry. This alliance aims to integrate LTSCT's cutting-edge design techniques with Tata Electronics' extensive experience in packaging and manufacturing. By tapping into diverse sectors for chip production and packaging, this collaboration highlights a crucial advancement in strengthening India's position in the global semiconductor supply chain. ...Less

Eurozone investor sentiment rose to a more than four-year high in September, with the Sentix index climbi ...More

Eurozone investor sentiment rose to a more than four-year high in September, with the Sentix index climbing to 5.1 as both current conditions and economic expectations improved. Germany also recorded a sharp recovery, strengthening optimism around the region’s growth outlook. ...Less

Global AI stocks and chipmakers rallied following the strong debut of Meta's Muse AI agent. The surge boo ...More

Global AI stocks and chipmakers rallied following the strong debut of Meta's Muse AI agent. The surge boosted semiconductor shares like Samsung, SK Hynix, and MediaTek. Easing geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices further lifted market sentiment across Asian markets and US tech stocks. Shortest Generic ...Less

South Korean shares rose sharply on Wednesday, led by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as optimism over a ...More

South Korean shares rose sharply on Wednesday, led by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as optimism over artificial intelligence supported semiconductor stocks. The KOSPI gained 1.44%, while the won strengthened against the US dollar and Korean government bond yields edged lower. Foreign investors, however, remained net sellers of South Korean equities. ...Less

Following a notable rise in oil prices, Asian stocks and bonds faced a downturn, signaling a shift in mar ...More

Following a notable rise in oil prices, Asian stocks and bonds faced a downturn, signaling a shift in market sentiment. The latest inflation data has fueled speculation about a soon-to-come interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve. Treasury yields hit multiyear highs, placing additional strain on bonds. Furthermore, quicker-than-expected increases in producer prices are adding weight to anticipations for the Fed. ...Less

Jaguar Land Rover is in talks with global banks for a £1 billion loan. Lenders are seeking clarity on N C ...More

Jaguar Land Rover is in talks with global banks for a £1 billion loan. Lenders are seeking clarity on N Chandrasekaran's leadership at Tata Sons. This uncertainty could influence their decision-making process. The automaker remains confident in securing the necessary funds. Developments at the parent group do not directly impact JLR's operations. ...Less

Amazon has launched its first sterling-denominated bond sale, with four maturities ranging from three to ...More

Amazon has launched its first sterling-denominated bond sale, with four maturities ranging from three to 19 years, as hyperscalers diversify funding sources to finance heavy AI infrastructure spending and data-centre expansion. ...Less

Several Indian states are actively seeking investments from the United Arab Emirates. They are offering c ...More

Several Indian states are actively seeking investments from the United Arab Emirates. They are offering customized incentives and industrial land to attract foreign capital. These states aim to use the UAE as a gateway for broader global market access. Madhya Pradesh and Odisha are leading this investment drive with specific sector focuses. Punjab and Bihar are also actively engaging UAE businesses for economic growth. ...Less

Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.43% to 65,549.88, supported by renewed optimism in AI, semiconductor and data-centr ...More

Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.43% to 65,549.88, supported by renewed optimism in AI, semiconductor and data-centre demand despite Middle East tensions and higher oil prices. Strong manufacturer confidence and gains in technology stocks boosted sentiment, while a stronger yen and expectations of Bank of Japan rate hikes limited broader market advances. ...Less