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Japan GDP decline backs Takaishi’s push for stimulus measures
Japan’s third-quarter GDP slipped more than expected, sharpening the new administration’s argument for fresh fiscal stimulus and adding pressure on the Bank of Japan to move cautiously on tightening. The contraction was driven largely by a sharp housing pullback and softer exports, while underlying domestic demand remained resilient.
17 Nov 2025, 08:59
Gold retreats on uncertain US policy path
Gold prices fell sharply after hawkish commentary from several Federal Reserve officials reduced the market’s confidence in near-term easing. At the same time, oil rallied following damage to Russian energy infrastructure that disrupted exports. Meanwhile, the activity indicators from China surprised to the downside, prompting modest weakness in Chinese equities.
14 Nov 2025, 22:42Fed cut hopes fade, prompting market retreat
Hawkish commentary from several Federal Reserve officials prompted a marked repricing of policy expectations and a sharp correction in equity markets. The market-implied probability of a 25-basis-point cut at the December FOMC meeting fell significantly, and major US indices declined by more than 1.5 per cent.
13 Nov 2025, 23:52Pound weakens following soft UK employment data
The United Kingdom’s labour market showed signs of deterioration this month: the unemployment rate rose and payrolls contracted, prompting renewed uncertainty over the Bank of England’s policy path and weighing on sterling.
11 Nov 2025, 23:31Markets rise as optimism builds around resolving the shutdown
Major US equity indices rallied as markets welcomed the Senate’s approval of a funding bill that—if passed by the House and signed by President Donald Trump—would end the federal shutdown. The prospect of restored government operations reduced policy uncertainty and boosted risk appetite.
10 Nov 2025, 22:34US equities weaken amid signs of softer hiring and spending
US equity indices closed the week lower amid growing concern over the absence of official employment data, elevated valuations in technology stocks and a deterioration in consumer confidence.
7 Nov 2025, 23:02ADP jobs climb above forecast as trade tensions intensify
Private payrolls unexpectedly rose more than analysts had forecast, tempering near-term expectations of Federal Reserve easing, while the US Supreme Court heard arguments that could curtail the White House’s authority to impose tariffs.
5 Nov 2025, 22:27Private hiring falls as dollar gains strength during US shutdown
Private-sector job postings have fallen sharply while the US federal funding lapse approaches record length, generating heightened market uncertainty. US equities fell on the shutdown-related risks, while the US dollar strengthened as markets questioned the likelihood of a December Fed rate cut.
5 Nov 2025, 02:37US markets extend record run as inflation slows beyond expectations
Major US equity indices reached record highs after inflation data in the United States came in below consensus, increasing the probability of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Both headline and core inflation were reported at 3.0 per cent year-on-year, softer than many market participants had expected.
25 Oct 2025, 01:14Gold retreats as lower risk sentiment triggers profit-taking
Gold and other precious metals fell sharply amid likely profit-taking and a reduction in the risk premium as trade tensions eased. Japan’s election of Sanae Takaichi as prime minister boosted the Nikkei-225 to fresh highs while the yen weakened.
22 Oct 2025, 00:37