Global Market: Japan's Nikkei surges past 68,000 for first time as AI stocks lead rallyJapan's benchmark Nikkei surged past the 68,000 mark for the first time, rising 2.2% to a record 68,203.79, as strong gains in AI and semic...
Dollar steady as traders await progress on Middle East peace talksThe US dollar held steady as global markets adopted a cautious stance. Investors are closely watching Middle East peace talks and upcoming ...
Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs riseTokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising glob...
Dollar near one-week high as US-Iran tensions flare, yen nears intervention zoneThe dollar strengthened near a one-week peak. New U.S. strikes in Iran have complicated peace talks. Oil prices rebounded as hopes for a qu...
Yen hovers near intervention zone as traders assess Iran war outlookThe yen neared intervention levels against the dollar amid Iran war concerns, while the Australian dollar held near recent highs before key...
Dollar wobbles as markets cling to hopes for Middle East peace dealInvestor optimism for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is boosting markets. Hopes of peace have lowered oil prices and eased pressure ...
Dollar crashes against major currencies: Why is USD rate down today?U.S. dollar index fell about 0.3 per cent to 98.969. Euro rose 0.40 per cent to $1.1649 and the British pound gained 0.55 per cent to $1.35...
Dollar rally pauses on Iran deal hopes; yen edges back from intervention zoneHopes for a Middle East peace deal between Washington and Tehran have caused the US dollar to retreat from a six-week high. President Trump...
Global Market: Japan economy shows resilience but Iran conflict clouds outlookJapan's economy showed strong growth in the first quarter, driven by exports and domestic demand. However, rising energy costs due to the I...
Japan economy grows faster than expected in first quarterJapan’s economy grew 0.5% in the January-March quarter of 2026, beating market expectations of 0.4%, supported by stronger private consumpt...
Dollar firms as oil climbs, bond rout saps risk appetiteThe dollar strengthened globally on Monday, fueled by rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions and a bond market selloff that dampened...
“Dear Anand Mahindra…”: Vijay Kedia asks billionaire to unlock hidden tourism giant in Mahindra HolidaysAce investor Vijay Kedia has urged Anand Mahindra to unlock the “hidden tourism giant” within Mahindra Holidays, arguing that strong demand...
Global Market: Japan wholesale inflation hits 3-year high amid Iran oil shockJapan's wholesale inflation surged to its fastest pace in nearly three years in April, driven by rising energy and commodity prices linked ...
Dollar boosted by rate expectations, safe-haven flows as Trump, Xi meetThe US dollar strengthened on Thursday. Higher Treasury yields and safe-haven demand boosted the currency. Investors anticipate Federal Res...
Dollar near one-week high as hot U.S. inflation fans Fed hike bets, peace talks stallGlobal markets felt the heat as a surprising U.S. inflation surge boosted Treasury yields, weakening the euro and sterling. Rising oil pric...
SoftBank's OpenAI-related debt in focus as another strong quarter expectedSoftBank anticipates a strong quarterly profit, largely driven by its significant investment in OpenAI, whose valuation has surged. However...
Global Market: Japan bets on BOJ hawkish turn, US backing to defend YenJapan is stepping up efforts to slow the yen’s decline through a coordinated push involving the Bank of Japan, the Finance Ministry and sup...