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

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.

Asia shares rally on US inflation relief

Asian shares rose as U.S. inflation eased policy fears, avoiding a government shutdown. Strong dollar impacts commodities, while market focuses on upcoming Fed meetings and bond yields.

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

Morning Bid: Government shutdown and tariff fears jar year-end markets

Bank of Japan to wait until 'at least' March before a potential hike: BofA

The Bank of Japan decided to maintain the overnight call rate at 0.25%, with one dissenting vote urging an increase, citing economic uncertainties and wage considerations.

Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.22%

Japan's Nikkei 225 dropped 0.22%, affected by losses in several sectors, with notable declines in stocks like Toppan Printing and gains in Sumitomo Realty.

Morning Bid: One last hurdle remains for the year

The article discusses global market conditions as 2024 nears, focusing on central bank policies, U.S. Core PCE inflation data, and trends in equity and cryptocurrency markets.

Japan's government 'alarmed' by recent forex moves, top officials say

Japanese officials express alarm over yen's rapid decline, signaling readiness to intervene in currency markets due to excessive speculative moves.

Asian shares pinned near three-month lows, dollar towers at 2-yr peak

Asian shares hit three-month lows as investors await U.S. inflation data, with the dollar at two-year highs, and markets bracing for policy changes amid rising rate expectations.