Can Powell deliver a hawkish cut? BofA weighs in
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates at its meeting next week, but Bank of America says Chairman Jerome Powell will face the most divided committee in years.
Oil prices rise on Russia supply risks, failed Ukraine peace talks
Oil prices rose modestly in Asian trading on Thursday, supported by renewed strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and the lack of progress in diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
Dollar slips lower on dovish Fed expectations; sterling retains strength
The U.S. dollar slipped lower Wednesday ahead of a likely Federal Reserve rate cut next week, while sterling has maintained its post-budget bounce.
Gold prices steady as markets await US data, Fed decision
Gold prices remained broadly stable in Asian trading on Wednesday. A rate cut is expected.
Trump has decided on the candidacy of the new head of the Federal Reserve
The main requirement of the head of the White House for the candidate is the willingness to ensure a reduction in interest rates, Bloomberg reports.
European shares mostly lower with regional economic data in focus
European shares edged lower on Monday, as risk appetite showed signs of waning at the beginning of the final trading month of the year.
OPEC+ confirms decision to suspend oil production increase in 2026
On November 2, 2025, the eight participating countries confirmed their decision to suspend production increases in January, February and March 2026 due to seasonal factors.
Analysis: What are U.S. companies doing with cash?
U.S. corporates generated slightly higher cash levels in the third quarter, even as capital spending rose at one of the fastest clips in years.
Japan finance minister says yen’s rapid fall clearly not driven by fundamentals
Japan’s finance minister said on Sunday that recent erratic swings in the foreign exchange market and rapid yen weakening are "clearly not driven by fundamentals".
Is Agentic Commerce getting over-hyped?
Agentic commerce has quickly become one of the most discussed emerging trends in retail and technology, raising questions about whether enthusiasm is outpacing real-world progress.