
Markets on Edge as Investors Await Key Inflation Data
Global markets are cautious as investors await key U.S. inflation and jobs data. Tech stocks are down, the dollar is weakening, and commodities show mixed results.
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Global markets are cautious as investors await key U.S. inflation and jobs data. Tech stocks are down, the dollar is weakening, and commodities show mixed results.

Investors are bracing for a pivotal week as key U.S. inflation and labor data releases are poised to heavily influence Federal Reserve policy and market direction.

A new bill introduced in the Senate proposes a temporary $200 monthly increase to Social Security and other federal benefits for seven months in 2026.

Tokyo's core inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.8%, exceeding forecasts and testing the Bank of Japan's patient stance on interest rate hikes.

The Australian dollar surged to its highest point since early October after strong inflation data reduced the likelihood of an RBA interest rate cut.

Surprising inflation data from Australia sent the Australian dollar higher, effectively ending any chance of a near-term interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank.

U.S. markets hit record highs Friday, driven by a positive inflation report and strong corporate earnings. Ford shares soared over 12%, while Deckers Outdoor plunged on a weak outlook.

U.S. stocks surged to record highs after new data showed inflation cooled in September, reinforcing expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

The U.S. dollar has strengthened for a sixth straight day against the Japanese yen, driven by robust business activity data that overshadowed softer inflation figures.

The British Pound has fallen for a fifth consecutive day against the US Dollar, pressured by disappointing UK inflation data and a stronger greenback.

Canada's September CPI rose 2.4% year-over-year, exceeding forecasts and reducing market odds for a Bank of Canada rate cut. The Canadian dollar steadied, while the US dollar strengthened amid easing

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