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In the AI alphabet, cash is king

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

October 29, 2026

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AI-related investment, consumers likely boosted US economic growth in third quarter

US economic growth likely accelerated in the third quarter as resilient consumer spending and AI-driven business investment more than offset the impact

October 29, 2026

Bank of Korea board member says won moves faster than expected

A voting member on the Bank of Korea's board warned that the recent pace of the won's moves warranted close monitoring, signalling caution over the currency even as the

October 29, 2026

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Fed highlights economic strength but muddies outlook for Treasuries

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady on Wednesday as expected, but it was not able to comfort bond investors

October 29, 2026

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Euro steady before ECB decision, dollar holds ground as Fed stands pat

The euro was steady on Thursday ahead of a policy decision from European Central Bank, where the focus will be on the bond-market

October 29, 2026

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority leaves interest rates unchanged, tracking Fed move

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority left its base interest rate unchanged on Thursday at 4.25%, following the US Federal Reserve's decision to hold rates steady.

October 29, 2026

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New Zealand central bank governor says chances of December hike are 'high'

New Zealand central bank governor Anna Breman said on Thursday chances the bank will hike the official cash rate in December are "high".

October 28, 2026

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ECB to hold rates as investors focus on French bonds, Lagarde's future

The European Central Bank is set to keep interest rates on hold on Thursday in a well-telegraphed decision that is likely to be

October 28, 2026

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Trading Day: Fed pauses, Big Tech reports

Wall Street rose on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold and as investors focused on key earnings reports.

October 28, 2026

Global stocks hold gains after Fed decision, oil prices rise

Global stocks and major Wall Street indexes gained on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, as

October 28, 2026

Arts

Dollar falls after Fed holds rates steady

The US dollar fell against major currencies on Wednesday after the Fed delivered a rate decision in line with expectations, while the New Zealand dollar

October 27, 2026

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Fed's Warsh says US economy not running too hot

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that the US economy is not running too hot despite some demand pressures from the boom in AI investment, adding

October 28, 2026

FOMC holds rates steady, markets rise modestly

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, awaiting further data on the path of inflation, and said it would reduce its policy-meeting schedule starting

October 28, 2026

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US FTC demands Walmart, Uber, Delta and others hand over data on personalized pricing

The US Federal Trade Commission is demanding information from Walmart, Uber and seven other companies on whether and how they use individuals' personal data such as

October 28, 2026

Economy

Fed leaves rates unchanged as it awaits 'accumulation of more information'

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, as expected, opting to delay any changes to borrowing costs until after

October 28, 2026

Business|Economy|Finance

Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged despite elevated inflation

The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesday at about 3.9% despite stubbornly high inflation, while providing little hint about its next moves

October 27, 2026

Business|Economy

Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, but two officials dissented in favor of a rate hike

October 28, 2026

Economy|Finance

In first budget, UK's Healey tries to shelter households from economic storms

UK finance minister John Healey offered help on Wednesday to households buffeted by "global economic storms", easing the hit from rising

October 27, 2026

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UK seeks to give households 'breathing space' this winter over Iran war energy price spike

U_K_ Treasury chief John Healey has used his first budget statement to offer households and businesses support with their energy bills this winter in the face of what he termed “global economic storms.”

October 28, 2026

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Bank of Canada raises key interest rate, says another hike possible

The Bank of Canada on Wednesday hiked its key policy rate for the first time in more than three years and said further increases

October 28, 2026

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What to expect from the Fed today

October 28, 2026

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Walmart cuts holiday meal basket price to $3.50 per person

Retail giant Walmart on Wednesday unveiled its holiday meal basket price at $3.50 per person, the lowest since the retailer launched the program in 2022 at a time US shoppers are

October 28, 2026

Iranians cut essentials and put dreams on hold as war-hit economy bites

Iranian families are cutting back on food, housing and education as the eight-month-old war with the United States fuels one of the country's worst inflation

October 28, 2026