
EBC Markets Briefing | UK stocks regained footing amid sector rotation
Boosted by a rally in AstraZeneca and relief over a milder-than-expected budget, London's FTSE 100 ticked higher on Friday to secure its first monthly gain in three months. European stock investors are zeroing in on the upcoming US midterm elections, as the results could heavily impact earnings acro
EBC Markets Briefing | Chinese stocks at critical crossroads as earnings season unwinds
Asian shares were mostly higher Wednesday after AI stocks drove gains on Wall Street, led by Japan and South Korea. The China A50 Index dipped as bank stocks saw significant retreat. A massive influx of sovereign wealth, driven by Middle Eastern funds, is flowing back into mainland China and Hong Ko
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EBC Markets Briefing | Wall St stunned by Brazil's status quo vote
Brazilian financial assets suffered a historic selloff on Monday as markets reeled from President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's unexpected comeback victory in the presidential runoff election. He overcame a surprise first-round deficit from earlier this month to defeat right-wing challenger Flávio Bol
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EBC Markets Briefing | Oil prices gain as fresh attack on Iran is planned
Oil prices rallied on Friday as optimism over potential US-Iran peace talks helped ease worries about Middle East supply disruptions caused by the worsening regional conflict. US officials have warned several Middle Eastern nations and regional allies to prepare for possible renewed military action
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EBC Markets Briefing | Yen hardly benefits from faster rate hikes
The IMF projected an economic slowdown for Asia next year, warning of growing risks from an Iran war energy shock, a potential AI bubble correction, and surging global bond yields. A downturn in AI demand could be hitting manufacturing hubs in the region hardest due to its heavy integration into the
EBC Markets Briefing | Kiwi dollar remains weak after Fed's hawkish hold
The New Zealand dollar struggled Thursday after the Fed kept rates unchanged as anticipated, though signalling that future cuts depend on inflation data left the market outlook unclear. The currency fell sharply after the RBNZ unexpectedly held key interest rate steady. Markets had almost fully pric
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EBC Markets Briefing | Euro could have a short flight off a solid base
The euro (EURUSD) plummeted to a 17-month low Monday, triggered by intensifying fears of a eurozone sovereign debt crisis, fuelled by growing doubts over France's ability to manage its budget deficit and a severe bond market sell-off. French government bonds see heavy selling pressure due to a combi
EBC Markets Briefing | Loonie meanders in calendar-heavy week
The Canadian dollar held steady on Tuesday as a technology-driven market rebound boosted investor risk tolerance. Markets are bracing for the US midterm elections and central bank decisions. Chinese industrial profits surged last month, marking their fastest growth rate since June. A massive boom in
EBC Markets Briefing | Euro rises after Moody's spares France
The euro firmed on Monday as Moody's refrains from downgrading France's credit rating. That is handing a surprise reprieve to the country, but investors remain concerned about debt pile. PM Macron's minority government is locked in a parliamentary battle to pass the proposed 2027 budget. A unified o
EBC Markets Briefing | Crude market on a roll as US prepares for new attacks
Oil prices hit a fresh 5-month high on Friday as investors weighed possible progress toward Russia-Ukraine talks against declining US oil stocks and a lack of US-Iran dialogue. Russia declared its willingness to resume US-brokered negotiations with Ukraine next month after Putin hosted US special e
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EBC Markets Briefing | New Zealand dollar down on cooling inflation
The New Zealand dollar dipped on Thursday as investors braced for a series of central bank meetings next week. The US has ordered diplomats to depart Saudi Arabia amid Houthi strikes. New Zealand's annual inflation cooled to 3.7% in Q3, dropping below market expectations but still hovering above the
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EBC Markets Briefing | Sterling up as inflation is set to tick higher
The British pound edged up early on Tuesday as market participants remained cautious on France worst riots in decades. A Houthi missile attack on a Yemen army camp marks escalation in the Middle East. Apart from higher energy prices, the UK is struggling to get the power where it is needed. A record
EBC Markets Briefing | Chinese stocks anemic with dry power on sidelines
The FTSE China A50 Index is down sharply on Wednesday, hitting a fresh 52-week low. The drop erases the strong momentum gained earlier from domestic retail inflows and policy support. State-backed funds in China appear to be stepping up their market interventions. Inflows of the National Team into a
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EBC Markets Briefing | Loonie pains extend far beyond the Alberta vote
Residents of Alberta are voting on whether to remain part of Canada or set off a path toward breaking away. The official voting day is Monday, but a lot of people cast their ballots last week. Public opinion polls show strong support for staying in Canada, with a recent Leger survey finding that 70%
