Region: Asia Pacific
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Markets eye jobs amid growth jitters
Global growth concerns persist. Keep an eye on EUR as US strength overshadows tepid Eurozone retail data. Thai Baht under pressure from political uncertainty.
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Markets eye Fed minutes as USD weakens
Asian markets set for cautious open as investors await US jobs data. Sterling gains on carry flows, but Brexit risks linger. Swiss Franc’s safe-haven appeal may strengthen as US election near.
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Asia markets set for mixed open as Powell’s dovish tone sinks in
Powell’s slight dovish remarks drive market sentiment. Dollar firm as ISM Services data unlikely to alter Fed outlook. Euro struggles as us exceptionalism overshadows regional developments.
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Yields surge as market shrugs off manufacturing slump
USTs resume bear steepening. Dollar resilient amid high-for-long rate expectations. Won weakens despite export recovery, pressured by outflows.
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US inflation cools, Asian FX up as PBoC steadies yuan
US inflation cools, Asian currencies strengthen. Elections and economic data key this week. Expect Indonesia inflation to ease, but core steady as BI holds rates.
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First US presidential debate is a key event
US Treasuries rebound as economic data softens, USD mixed. Dominant USD looks to PCE. Sterling outperforms on positive growth upgrades.