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Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates this week — but stay hawkish: CNBC survey
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Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates this week — but stay hawkish: CNBC survey

The Bank of Japan is widely expected to keep interest rates steady during its upcoming meeting. However, analysts anticipate a hawkish tone that could set the stage for a rate hike in the coming months.

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IT stocks buck global AI rout, but $114 brent crude limits market recovery
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IT stocks buck global AI rout, but $114 brent crude limits market recovery

Indian IT stocks have managed a cautious rebound despite a broader global sell-off in artificial intelligence equities. Meanwhile, Brent crude oil prices hovering near $114 per barrel continue to pose macroeconomic risks and limit market recovery.

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10-year Treasury yield tumbles below 5% to lowest level in nearly a month
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10-year Treasury yield tumbles below 5% to lowest level in nearly a month

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell below 5% for the first time in nearly a month amid a broader stock market slump and rising oil prices. This sudden decline reflects growing investor demand for safe-haven assets as economic uncertainties intensify.

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RBI divided over further rate hikes as inflation nears top of tolerance band
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RBI divided over further rate hikes as inflation nears top of tolerance band

Reserve Bank of India meeting minutes reveal internal divisions over implementing further interest rate hikes as inflation pushes toward the upper bound of the tolerance band. Economists now anticipate potential tightening actions at the upcoming December and February policy meetings.

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Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session
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Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session

Global equity indices experienced increased selling pressure and closed lower despite initial morning gains. Rising Brent crude oil prices above $110 per barrel added inflationary headwinds to trading sessions.

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South Korean IPO slump adds to AI market jitters as Brent crude tops $111
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South Korean IPO slump adds to AI market jitters as Brent crude tops $111

A sharp slump in a prominent South Korean initial public offering heightened investor anxiety over artificial intelligence sector valuations. At the same time, Brent crude surpassed $111 per barrel, adding to broader macroeconomic worries.

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Copper is outshining gold this year. Investors say the rally can survive an AI correction
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Copper is outshining gold this year. Investors say the rally can survive an AI correction

Copper has outperformed gold with a 15.8% gain, driven by robust industrial demand from AI infrastructure and renewable energy grids. Investors believe this commodity rally remains resilient despite potential corrections in broader tech equities.

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In pictures: More than 500,000 took to the streets as France protests erupted into violence
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In pictures: More than 500,000 took to the streets as France protests erupted into violence

Massive protests erupted across France as over 500,000 citizens demonstrated against soaring living costs and economic pressures. The rallies unfortunately turned violent in several cities, raising concerns about social stability and domestic economic policy execution.

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Bitcoin’s $100,000 year-end hope divides analysts as inflation clouds outlook
Crypto·

Bitcoin’s $100,000 year-end hope divides analysts as inflation clouds outlook

Market analysts remain divided on Bitcoin's prospects of reaching the $100,000 threshold by year-end amid lingering macroeconomic inflation concerns. While Bitwise maintains an optimistic outlook for a late-rally return, other firms anticipate a more subdued trading range due to uncertain interest rates.

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AI trade reversal pierces Asia’s star picks-and-shovels stocks
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AI trade reversal pierces Asia’s star picks-and-shovels stocks

Global markets are grappling with a sharp reversal in the artificial intelligence trade alongside a surge in crude oil prices reaching $110 per barrel. These macroeconomic pressures are reviving inflation fears as investors scrutinize the massive capital expenditures required for AI infrastructure.

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AI stocks plunge. Inflation heats up. Where we're still finding opportunities
Metals·

AI stocks plunge. Inflation heats up. Where we're still finding opportunities

Recent turbulence in artificial intelligence shares has unnerved investors alongside persistent inflation pressures. However, strong bank earnings and a rotation away from mega-cap tech are creating alternative avenues for market gains.

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