Economy
May Jobs Report Ignites Rate Hike Fears, Sinking Big Tech Stocks
Wall Street saw a significant slump as a strong May jobs report boosted odds for higher interest rates, while big technology companies...
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Markets
Gold Retreats as Middle East Tensions Fuel Inflation Fears
Gold prices declined on Wednesday, pressured by escalating Middle East tensions driving oil higher and intensifying concerns over inflation and potential interest...
Economy
Australia’s Q1 Growth Halves, Misses Forecasts Amid Household Caution
Australia's economic growth decelerated sharply in the first quarter, missing expectations as households tightened spending due to rising interest rates and higher...
Economy
South Korea’s Inflation Quickens, Solidifying BOK’s Hawkish Policy
May consumer inflation in South Korea hit 3.1%, its highest in over two years, strengthening the Bank of Korea's hawkish stance. Rising...
Markets
Taiwan Stock Market Extends Four-Session Win Streak Above 23,400 Points
The Taiwan Stock Exchange has logged four consecutive sessions of gains, pushing above the 23,400-point mark, fueled by a positive global outlook...
Finance
Bond Market’s Inflation Warning Adds to Trump’s Midterm Challenges
The bond market is signaling a new inflation warning for President Trump's government, driving up interest rates and creating fresh economic and...
Markets
Thai Stocks Eye Extended Gains After Six-Day Rally
The Stock Exchange of Thailand is showing signs of continued upward momentum, building on a strong six-day winning streak that has pushed...
Markets
Gold Falls Under $4500 Amid Rate Hike Fears
Gold prices dropped below the $4500 mark on Wednesday, extending previous losses as investors weighed inflation concerns and potential interest rate hikes.
Finance
BOJ Faces Call for Outsized Rate Hike Not Seen Since 1990
Mizuho Financial Group CEO Masahiro Kihara has suggested the Bank of Japan consider an outsized interest-rate increase to combat inflation, a move...