China's factory activity climbs to five-month high in September
China's manufacturing PMI rose to 52.1 in September from 51.5 in August, beating forecasts, with export orders growing at their fastest pace in seven months.
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Oil prices climb as Trump rules out sanctions relief for Iran
Crude benchmarks hit their highest levels since May after Trump denied a report he would ease Iran sanctions, with Brent set for a 14% September gain.
China's services sector grows at fastest pace in three months in September
China's services PMI rose to 51.6 in September from 51.4 in August, with new business growing at its quickest rate since June.
Australia's August Inflation Cools More Than Expected as Core Measure Eases
Australian consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, below forecasts, while core inflation increased 0.2%, easing pressure for further rate hikes.
DroneShield wins US$500 million US IDIQ contract for domestic counter-drone shield
DroneShield has been awarded the JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ contract in the US, a three-year procurement vehicle with a US$500 million ceiling that guarantees no orders.
Amplitude Energy greenlights East Coast Supply Project development
Amplitude Energy has taken a final investment decision on the development phase of the East Coast Supply Project, targeting first gas in 2028.
Dollar Heads for Biggest Monthly Gain on Euro in 14 Months
The dollar is set for its largest monthly rise against the euro in 14 months, buoyed by US growth and rate expectations, with jobs data in focus.
Gold Holds Steady but Heads for Monthly Loss as Rate Bets Firm Up
Gold traded little changed but remained set for a monthly decline of nearly 6% as expectations of higher US interest rates weighed on the metal.
India Plans Near ₹2 Trillion Export Tax Refund Push Over Five Years
India plans to raise tax refunds for exporters to nearly ₹2 trillion over five years through the RoDTEP and RoSCTL schemes.
Japan's factory output slips again in August, defying forecasts
Japan's industrial output fell 1.7% in August, a second straight monthly decline, against expectations of a 1.7% rise.
Liontown Approves A$389 Million Kathleen Valley Expansion, Raises FY27 Capex Guidance
Liontown Resources has approved a A$389 million expansion of its Kathleen Valley lithium mine, raising FY27 capex guidance by roughly 35%.
Anthropic Eyes Over USD 2 Trillion IPO Valuation Despite USD 42 Billion Net Loss
Anthropic is targeting a public-market valuation above USD 2 trillion even as its prospectus shows a USD 42 billion net loss and USD 518 billion in future infrastructure obligations.
Dollar Holds Near Two-Month High as Treasury Yields Climb, Fed Data Awaited
The dollar hovered near a two-month peak as rising Treasury yields and firmer oil lent support, with investors focused on US inflation and jobs data due this week.
Australian household spending stalls in August as fuel costs rise
Australian household spending was unchanged at A$82.3 billion in August, missing forecasts, even as annual growth stayed strong at 6.8%.
Shein Shares Tumble Over 6% as Quarterly Profit Plunges 67%
Shein's shares fell more than 6% after quarterly profit dropped 67%, with margins squeezed to 2.1% amid higher jet fuel and freight costs.
Goldman Sachs Board Weighs CEO Succession Plan, Waldron in Line
Goldman Sachs board has discussed a plan for CEO David Solomon to step down, with COO John Waldron as potential successor, but no definitive timeline exists.
Japan Bond Yields Hold Near Multi-Decade Highs Ahead of 40-Year Auction
Japanese government bond yields stayed near multi-decade highs on Tuesday, with the benchmark 10-year yield at 3.090%, as the finance ministry prepared to auction 40-year debt.
Gold Steadies Near Seven-Week Low as Fed Rate Hike Bets Firm Up
Gold held near a seven-week low as markets priced a strong chance of an October Fed rate hike, with investors awaiting key US economic data.
Soybeans Slip as China's Tariff Relief Skips US Crop
Soybeans traded near a one-month low after China's tariff-cut list excluded the crop, while wheat hovered near a six-week trough.
Oil Extends Gains as Middle East Supply Fears Offset Export Recovery
Crude prices climbed again as Middle East supply concerns outweighed recovering exports and peace talks.