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US ADP employment and ISM manufacturing PMI decline; Japan confidence improves
US equities declined after weaker ADP hiring and a softer ISM manufacturing PMI signalled easing economic momentum, despite manufacturing remaining in expansionary territory. Japan’s consumer confidence improved slightly but missed forecasts, reflecting better expectations for livelihoods and employment.
Chinese manufacturing PMI improves; US JOLTS job openings strengthen
Chinese manufacturing PMI rose above expectations in June, signalling expansion supported by AI-related external demand, stronger orders, and improved supply conditions, despite softer employment and weak domestic demand. US JOLTS job openings unexpectedly increased, reinforcing labour-market resilience.
Oil rises on persistent geopolitical risks; Yen hits four-decade low
Oil prices rebounded as persistent US–Iran tensions kept supply risks elevated, despite talks over a possible interim agreement in Doha focused on the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the yen hit a forty-year low near ¥161.90, as Fed–BoJ policy divergence, higher energy costs, and dollar demand continued to pressure Japan’s currency.
Oil falls on oversupply after Hormuz reopening; Michigan sentiment improves
Oil prices fell as the Strait of Hormuz reopened, with Brent and WTI posting sharp weekly losses. Meanwhile, Michigan consumer sentiment improved as conflict-related fears eased, although inflation expectations remained elevated. The Nikkei declined amid concerns over AI valuations and yen weakness.
PCE inflation accelerates, rising Fed Pressure; GDP revised upward; Micron on record
US PCE inflation rose to 4.1% in May, strengthening expectations of further Federal Reserve tightening, while core prices also firmed. Revised first-quarter GDP showed resilient economic growth, supported by spending and AI-related investment. Meanwhile, Micron surged to a record high after beating revenue, earnings, and guidance forecasts.
Oil falls on geopolitical uncertainty and EIA inventory draw; Micron beats forecasts
Oil prices fell sharply as the US–Iran ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eased supply fears, despite a larger-than-expected US inventory draw and unresolved geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, Micron exceeded revenue and EPS forecasts, lifting its shares in after-hours trading.
US stocks weaken on economic and AI concerns; Gold falls amid dollar strength
US equities fell as doubts over debt-fuelled artificial intelligence (AI) spending and rising expectations of a hawkish Federal Reserve weighed on risk appetite, with semiconductor shares leading losses. The Nasdaq 100 slumped, the VIX jumped, and gold declined as a stronger dollar reduced demand for non-yielding assets.
US stocks fall on renewed geopolitical tensions; Canadian inflation exceeds forecasts
US benchmarks fell on renewed geopolitical tensions, halting progress on peace talks. Market anxiety intensified ahead of crucial PCE inflation data, while a 16% drop in SpaceX shares added significant selling pressure. Concurrently, Canadian inflation surged to 3.2%, breaching the central bank's target due to soaring gasoline costs.
Japan inflation rises modestly as yen breaks ¥161 threshold; UK retail sales surge
Japan’s headline inflation ticked up to 1.5% in May, while the yen weakened past the critical ¥161 mark against the US dollar, intensifying market fears of an official intervention. Concurrently, UK retail sales surged by a robust 3.2% on an annual basis, significantly bolstered by an expansion in non-store sales.
BoE holds rates steady as unemployment improves; Canadian PPI hits multi-year high
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% amid steady 2.8% inflation and falling unemployment. Concurrently, Canada's annual PPI reached a multi-year high of 13.6% due to Middle East supply issues. Meanwhile, US stock markets rebounded as dropping oil prices fuelled optimism for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.