Asian equity markets moved higher in early trading, drawing support from a positive session on Wall Street. Oil prices held steady, adding a measure of calm...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Treasury Yields Rise as Strong U.S. Economy Tests Fed’s Rate Strategy
Bond markets are under pressure as persistent economic strength in the United States raises questions about whether the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy is doing enough...
U.S. Stock Futures Climb as Iran Talks Ease Oil Prices Ahead of Jobs Report
U.S. stock futures moved higher in early trading as diplomatic talks between the Trump administration and Iran pushed oil prices lower, easing one source of market...
Wall Street Pauses as Investors Await Jobs Report and Earnings Season
U.S. stocks are in a holding pattern as traders look to upcoming jobs data and corporate earnings for clues about where the economy and markets are...