French Stocks Drop to Lowest Level Since March Amid Middle East Tensions and Fiscal Worries
The French CAC 40 index fell to its lowest level since March due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and domestic budget deficit concerns.
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European Stocks Fall as Middle East Tensions and Rising Oil Prices Pressure Markets
European equities fell on Thursday as rising Middle East tensions drove oil prices and bond yields higher, putting pressure on major stock indexes.
Strategist Warns AI Bubble Burst Could Trigger 36% S&P 500 Correction
A strategist warns the AI boom could collapse by 2027, sending the S&P 500 down 36% as tech firms face depleted cash and rising debt costs.
Galaxy Digital CEO Michael Novogratz Warns AI is a Massive Bubble But Says Investors Should Stay In
Galaxy Digital CEO Michael Novogratz says artificial intelligence is in a massive bubble, but investors should continue to participate in the rally.
Japanese Stocks Extend Losses as Oil Surges and Rate Hike Concerns Grow
Japanese shares fell as rising oil prices and hawkish central bank signals stoked inflation and interest rate concerns among investors.
Indian Real Estate Private Equity Inflows Rise 39% YTD to $5.93 Billion
Private equity inflows into Indian real estate rose 39% to $5.93 billion in the first nine months of 2026, driven by a surge in domestic capital.
Retail REITs Navigate High Rates and Consumer Caution With Solid Occupancy
Retail REITs face pressure from high interest rates and cautious consumer spending, but limited supply and strong occupancy support key operators.
ASX 200 Drops 0.8% Amid Geopolitical Worries and Rising Inflation Expectations
The ASX 200 index fell 0.8% to 8,661 as rising domestic inflation expectations and geopolitical tensions in the U.S. weighed on investor sentiment.
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US Stock Futures Slip on Inflation Concerns and Geopolitical Tensions
US stock futures fall as investors digest rising Treasury yields, a hot inflation survey, and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
European Stock Markets Slide as Rising Oil Prices and Hawkish Fed Minutes Fuel Inflation Fears
European markets open lower as rising oil prices and hawkish Federal Reserve minutes stoke inflation concerns, ahead of key German economic data.
Dow Falls 341 Points as Rising Bond Yields and AI Financing Costs Weigh on Markets
Wall Street pulled back on Wednesday as high Treasury yields and massive AI financing plans pressured stocks, while EUR/USD traded near $1.1200.
Asian Stocks Fall on Hawkish Federal Reserve Minutes and Rising Yields
Asian markets fell as rising bond yields and hawkish Federal Reserve minutes signaling potential interest rate hikes weighed on investor sentiment.
New Zealand's NZX 50 Index Rebounds to Close 0.1% Higher
The S&P/NZX 50 Gross Index rose 0.1% to close at 13,692 on Thursday, halting recent declines despite pressure from rising global interest rates.
Indian Stocks Fall as Sensex Extends Losses on RBI Rate Hike and Rising Oil
India's BSE Sensex fell 0.5% as investors react to a surprise interest rate hike by the central bank and rising crude oil prices.
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Nikkei Drops Below 70,000 and KOSPI Slips Despite Record Samsung Profit
Asian shares declined as Japan's Nikkei fell below 70,000 and South Korea's KOSPI slipped despite record quarterly earnings from Samsung.
Asian Markets Slump as Rising Oil Prices and Treasury Yields Drag KOSPI and Hang Seng Lower
Asian stock markets declined broadly as surging oil prices and elevated Treasury yields pressured equities, with South Korea's KOSPI leading the losses.
IT Stocks Support Indian Markets Following Surprise RBI Rate Hike
Indian shares fell after the central bank raised interest rates, though gains in technology stocks like TCS helped limit the market losses.
Foreign Investors Accelerate Selling in Indian Financial, Oil, and Auto Stocks
Foreign portfolio investors stepped up selling in Indian equities in late September, focusing on financials, oil and gas, and auto sectors.
Indian Stock Markets Set to Open Lower on Weak Global Cues and Oil Concerns
Indian equities are poised for a weak start due to negative global trends, rising crude oil prices, and hawkish domestic monetary policy.
Singapore's Straits Times Index Hits Three-Month Low as Financial Stocks Decline
Singapore's Straits Times Index fell to its lowest level since July as rising US Treasury yields and declining financial stocks weighed on the market.