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A new survey shows US companies face rising tariffs and costs in China, with many planning to stay despite economic pressures. Meanwhile, China's manufacturing activity slightly improves but remains in contraction, and US markets show volatility amid ongoing trade negotiations and legal challenges to tariffs.
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Global markets gained as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this month. Asian stocks hit new highs, while Wall Street remains near record levels amid signs of slowing inflation and expectations of monetary easing. Economic data continues to influence investor sentiment today, Thursday, 18 September 2025.
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Japan's Nikkei 225 reached new record highs last week, driven by Prime Minister Ishiba's resignation, global monetary shifts, and AI investment. The US Federal Reserve's expected rate cut and a weaker yen have boosted markets, though risks remain if the yen strengthens unexpectedly.
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US markets declined Wednesday amid fears of a prolonged government shutdown, with private jobs falling and safe-haven assets like gold reaching new highs. Historically, markets have shown resilience during shutdowns, but current political tensions and economic uncertainty are heightening investor anxiety.
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HSBC plans to buy out the remaining shares of Hang Seng Bank for HK$155 per share, delisting it and maintaining its brand. The move aims to streamline operations, address rising bad debts from Hong Kong’s property slump, and reinforce HSBC’s commitment to Hong Kong’s future as a financial hub. The deal is expected to close in mid-2026.
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US stocks rallied Monday after President Trump issued conciliatory comments about China, reversing recent trade war threats. The market responded positively to signals of de-escalation, amid ongoing US-China trade tensions and economic uncertainties. The story highlights the volatile nature of markets driven by political rhetoric and economic policy shifts today, Wed, 15 Oct 2025.
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Stock markets declined on Tuesday amid fears of overvaluation, especially in AI stocks like Palantir, which fell despite strong earnings. Major banks forecast a possible 10-20% correction within the next year, but some investors see recent dips as healthy pullbacks in a long-term bull trend.
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Bitcoin has fallen below $80,000, erasing over $1 trillion in value since October. The decline follows a series of liquidations, macroeconomic concerns, and market instability, impacting both retail and institutional investors globally, with notable effects in the US and UK markets. The crypto market remains highly volatile.