Treasury yields slip on ‘path of least resistance’ as oil price falls further and U.K. inflation dives
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Surprise fall in inflation to 1.7% paves way for interest rate cuts
September's figure comes two weeks ahead of the Budget and will be used to decide how much benefits will rise in April.4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices fall for a 4th straight session as traders weigh supply and prospects
Crude futures inched lower on Wednesday, on track to tally a fourth straight session decline, as traders focus on an uncertain demand outlook, particularly from China, the world’s largest crude ...4 hours ago -
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Treasury yields slip on ‘path of least resistance’ as oil price falls further and U.K. inflation dives
U.S. government debt rallied slightly Wednesday morning, pushing yields lower, as crude futures slipped and the U.K.’s annual CPI inflation rate dropped below the Bank of England’s 2% target for ...5 hours ago -
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Lower oil prices are good for consumers — but a bad sign for the global economy
A significant drop in oil prices may offer consumers reason to celebrate, but it also hints at an economic slowdown in China, the world’s second largest economy.9 hours ago -
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Pound falls as UK inflation declines more than expected to 1.7%
First reading below Bank of England’s target in 3 years opens door to more rate cuts this year9 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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UK inflation falls below 2% for first time since 2021 in boost to Rachel Reeves
Surprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leeway. UK inflation surprise opens up wriggle room for lower rates and less painful budget ...10 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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British pound and bond yields dive as U.K. inflation hits lowest in more than three years
Traders boost rate cut bets after U.K. inflation dives below 2%10 hours ago -
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U.S. crude prices fall more than 4% as Israel is not expected to strike Iran’s oil industry
U.S. crude futures fell more than 4% on Tuesday, after Israel reportedly told the U.S. that it is not planning to strike Iran’s oil facilities, relieving fears that a major supply disruption in the ...22 hours ago - Israel -
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10-, 30-year U.S. government debt rallies for second day on lower oil and weak manufacturing reading
Long-term Treasury yields fell for a second day on Tuesday as traders reacted to a weaker-than-expected manufacturing reading from the New York Fed and new developments from the Middle East that ...23 hours ago -
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Oil prices drop over 4% after report Israel won’t target Iran’s oil facilities
Oil futures dropped by more than 4% on Tuesday, with U.S. and global benchmark prices settling at their lowest in about two weeks after a report that Israel will not attack key oil facilities in Iran.23 hours ago - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
Boeing seeks up to $35bn to bolster its balance sheet
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U.S. crude prices fall more than 4% as Israel is not expected to strike Iran's oil industry
The International Energy Agency said Tuesday that its members are prepared to take action if there is a supply disruption in the Middle East.23 hours ago - Israel -
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Oil Prices Fall After Israel Reportedly Says It Won’t Target Iran’s Nuclear or Oil Facilities
Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading at below $74 a barrel on Tuesday, a drop from the $80 range.Yesterday - Israel -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
UnitedHealth Shares Dive After Health Giant Says 2025 Results Likely to Fall Short
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Should you wait for the price of gold to fall to invest? Experts weigh in
While waiting for the price to fall may work for some, most experts say buying now is best. Here's why.Yesterday -
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Oil price slides amid China slowdown and easing Middle East fears
Brent crude slides by almost $3.50 a barrel to below $74 after Opec cuts forecasts for demand growth. Business live – latest updates Global oil prices have tumbled by almost $3.50 a barrel ...Yesterday - China -
Business - Financial Times
Global public debt to pass $100tn this year, says IMF
Fund calls for tougher action by big economies, with debt set to approach 100% of world GDP by end of decadeYesterday -
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Euro falls to 2-month low as investors price in interest rate cuts
Single currency has dropped more than 2% against dollar so far this monthYesterday -
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Swiss regulator orders UBS to bolster emergency plans
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Russian Oil Flows Through Western ‘Price Cap’ as Shadow Fleet Grows
A report shows how Russia has largely evaded sanctions aimed at limiting its revenue from oil sales.Yesterday - Russia -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices lose 2% after China offers little detail on stimulus plans
Oil futures ended lower Monday to give back all of last week’s gains and then some, after a weekend announcement by Chinese authorities failed to provide details on a stimulus plan sufficient to ...Yesterday - China -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 2% after OPEC cuts demand forecast again
Soft demand in China has weighed on the market for months.2 days ago -
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Hint of ‘very high’ consumer inflation expectations raises risks for Treasury market
Buried inside last Friday’s data from the University of Michigan was a shocking inflation outlook from a small segment of consumers — one that is causing some nervousness about whether ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Russian oil trade is rising with record crude volumes on 'dark fleet' vessels despite sanctions, price cap
Lloyd's List reports record volumes of Russian oil carried on "dark fleet" vessels and sanctioned tankers without known insurance in September.2 days ago - Russia -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves cuts National Wealth Fund budget despite UK investment drive
Chancellor’s decision comes as government seeks to work with private sector to decarbonise economy2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
U.K. Gambling Stocks Fall on Reports of New Industry Taxes
Shares in Evoke, Entain, Flutter Entertainment and Rank Group tumbled on the back of the reports, which suggest that the U.K. government is aiming to raise up to $3.9 billion from the sector.2 days ago - United Kingdom