Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 1.16%

Australia stocks higher at close of trade; S&P/ASX 200 up 1.67%

Australia's stock market rose 1.67%, with major gains in Financials and Consumer Discretionary sectors. EML Payments experienced the largest decline, falling 22.22%.

Gold prices edge higher after dismal week as soft US inflation offers relief

Gold prices rise slightly as U.S. inflation cools, but pressure remains from Fed's hawkish stance. Copper prices also increase amid strong dollar and anticipation of Chinese stimulus.

Dollar steady after benign US inflation eases worries over rates

The article discusses the stability of the dollar, inflation data, potential yen intervention, and market expectations for future U.S. rate cuts amid changing global economic conditions.

Canada stocks higher at close of trade; S&P/TSX Composite up 0.76%

Canada's stock market rose, led by Healthcare and Clean Technology sectors. BlackBerry saw significant gains; overall, rising stocks outnumbered declining ones on the exchange.

U.S. stocks higher at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 1.18%

Brazil stocks higher at close of trade; Bovespa up 0.75%

Brazil stocks rose, led by Real Estate and Financials, with a 0.75% gain on the Bovespa. Best performers included Grupo Vamos and Sendas Distribuidora.

Italy stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com Italy 40 down 0.19%

Italy's stock market declined 0.19%, driven by poor performance in key sectors. Crude oil prices dropped, while gold futures rose. Falling stocks outnumbered advancers.

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.30%

U.K. stocks dropped due to declines in telecommunications and software sectors, with Frasers Group leading gains, while commodities like gold rose and crude oil fell.

Portugal stocks lower at close of trade; PSI down 0.23%

Portugal stocks fell as Utilities, Financials, and Consumer Services declined. CTT reached a 5-year high while EDP hit a 3-year low. Commodities mixed; currencies stable.