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Stock Index Futures Gain as Oil Prices Retreat, U.S. PMI Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.25%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.14% this morning, finding some relief at the end of a wild week as oil prices and bond yields retreated.

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Is 2026 the Year Housing Becomes Affordable Again?

For several years, housing affordability has been one of the biggest economic concerns facing households around the world. Rising home prices, higher borrowing costs, and persistent inflation have made homeownership increasingly difficult for many first-time buyers.

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Euro zone business activity returns to growth in July for first time in four months, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity returned to growth in July for the first time in four months, driven by a rebound in new orders and stronger manufacturing and services output, an S&P Global survey showed. While the recovery suggests the bloc may regain momentum after a weak first quarter, economists cautioned…

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Global market: Euro zone bond yields ease after multi-year highs as oil retreats below $100

Euro zone government bond yields decreased slightly on Friday. This followed a pullback in oil prices and ongoing inflation concerns. Investors are assessing the outlook for interest rates after recent market movements. The European Central Bank kept rates unchanged but signaled potential future hikes. Bond markets experienced selling pressure due…

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UK mortgage deals rise again as average two-year deal hits 5.5%

Inflation expectations and renewed hostilities have seen mortgage prices rise once more

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Global Market: Stagflation fears return as Gulf conflict, higher energy prices cloud global outlook

Renewed conflict in the Gulf has revived stagflation fears as oil prices near $100 a barrel, inflation risks resurface and markets price in further interest rate hikes amid escalating geopolitical and trade tensions.

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A $100 question and all you need to know about markets for next week

Global markets face a pivotal week as the Federal Reserve, Bank of Japan and Bank of England meet against the backdrop of the Middle East conflict, oil prices above $100 and fresh US tariffs. Investors will also track Big Tech earnings, inflation data and central bank signals for clues on…

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Asia going to sweat a lot more in coming weeks amid Middle East crisis

The Asia heatwave is set to intensify across Japan, China and South Korea, driving higher cooling demand, electricity consumption and LNG imports. The Asia heatwave comes as Middle East tensions due to US-Iran war threaten energy supplies, raising inflation risks through higher fuel and food prices while increasing pressure on…

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US investors rethink bonds' role as inflation reshapes portfolios

US investors are reducing bond allocations and increasing inflation-sensitive assets. This shift aims to diversify portfolios against market volatility and rising prices. Commodities, infrastructure, and private credit are gaining favor among these investors. Bonds have historically provided a hedge but are now less reliable. This strategic adjustment seeks better portfolio…

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Global Market: Japanese investors dump overseas bonds as rising crude revives inflation fears

Japanese investors sold foreign bonds at the fastest pace in nearly three months during the week ended July 18 as surging oil prices revived inflation concerns and reinforced expectations of higher global interest rates for longer. They also turned net sellers of foreign equities, while overseas investors trimmed their exposure…

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Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks slide as oil surge fuels inflation concerns

Asian markets saw declines in China and Hong Kong equities on Friday. Crude oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, intensifying inflation worries. Investors remained cautious due to geopolitical risks and upcoming large IPOs. Technology shares received some support from policy expectations. Rising energy costs and liquidity pressures will influence…

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Global Market: Japan's core inflation picks up in June; BOJ rate outlook keeps markets on edge

Japan's core consumer inflation rose to 1.6% in June. This increase occurred while food prices eased and service inflation slowed. Underlying inflation, excluding food and fuel, also saw a slight decrease. Economists anticipate stronger inflationary pressures later this year due to rising energy costs. The Bank of Japan will consider…

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Global Market: US urges BOJ to keep raising rates, flags persistent yen weakness despite narrower yield gap

The US Treasury Department has urged the Bank of Japan to continue raising interest rates. This action aims to control inflation expectations and reduce excessive yen currency volatility. The yen has weakened significantly, reaching a 40-year low against the US dollar recently. Higher prices are impacting Japanese households' purchasing power…

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Gold prices fall Rs 3,500/10 gram in 2 days, silver down Rs 8,700/kg as oil hits $100 again. Time to sell precious metals?

Gold and silver prices fell for a second straight session on the MCX as Brent crude climbed above $100 a barrel, stoking inflation concerns and boosting expectations that global interest rates could stay higher for longer. Investors also awaited next week's Federal Reserve policy decision.

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Gold softens on prospects of Fed rate hikes as Brent tops $100

Gold prices edged lower on Friday, impacted by rising crude oil prices. Inflation concerns and higher interest rate expectations are strengthening the case for rate hikes. U.S. Treasury yields reached their highest levels since January 2025. Traders are pricing in an 81% chance of a September rate hike. Other precious…

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Dollar rides yield surge as Middle East and trade wars raise inflation stakes

The dollar strengthened against major currencies on Friday. Rising oil prices and new trade tariffs fueled inflation concerns globally. U.S. Treasury yields climbed significantly, reaching multi-month highs. The yen remained near a 40-year low against the dollar. Investors anticipate central bank decisions amid inflationary pressures.

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks fall on tech selloff, oil trades above $100

Asian stocks declined following a Wall Street tech selloff and investor doubts about artificial intelligence returns. Oil prices held their gains after closing over one hundred dollars, reaching a May high. Treasuries fell and the dollar strengthened as inflation and interest rate hike concerns grew. US President Donald Trump's threats…

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US stocks today: Nasdaq plunges 2% as tech earnings spark AI spending worries

Wall Street closed sharply lower with Nasdaq down over 2% as weak Big Tech earnings and rising AI spending concerns hit sentiment. Surging oil prices above $100, driven by Middle East tensions, reignited inflation fears and pushed bond yields higher, overshadowing gains in defense stocks like Lockheed Martin.

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Michael Burry Warns on Long Bonds: Which Treasury ETFs Are Most — and Least — Exposed?

Michael Burry has put long-duration Treasury bonds back in the spotlight, warning that a combination of AI-driven debt expansion, rising inflation volatility, elevated oil prices and mounting stress in the Treasury basis trade could keep upward pressure on long-term yields — a challenging backdrop for long-duration bond ETFs.

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Trump imposes fresh tariffs on UK, EU and dozens of other trading partners

New tariffs will replace 10% global duty and come after US supreme court declared many of the earlier levies illegal

International Business Times

Middle East Clashes Sent Oil Soaring. AI Spending And Inflation Fears Led Stocks To Sink

Stocks sunk on Thursday as escalating clashes in the Middle East send oil soaring, while rekindled inflation fears and concerns over AI spending are leading stocks to plummet.

The Economic Times

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Sensex and Nifty declined for a fourth straight session as surging crude oil prices and escalating US-Iran tensions dampened investor sentiment. Analysts flagged rising inflation risks, bearish technical indicators and continued market volatility, with Nifty likely to face resistance near the 24,000 mark.

International Business Times UK

'Healthiest Americans Ever' Refuse To Work: Record 105.8 Million Exit Labour Force Under Trump

A record 105.8 million Americans are not in the labour force, highlighting economic concerns as job growth slows and wages struggle to keep pace with inflation.

The Economic Times

US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969

First-time jobless claims in the United States unexpectedly dropped last week. This decline reached the lowest level recorded since September 1969. The number of people on jobless benefit rolls also fell to a six-week low. This stability allows Federal Reserve officials to focus on inflation. The central bank is expected…

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Trump dismisses affordability as a ‘word made up by the Democrats’ while predicting oil will come ‘tumbling down.’ (It’s at $100 per barrel)

At his rally, Trump admitted, “You may be paying a little bit more,” and pleaded for more time, while saying the Iranians “break every deal they make.”

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