New Zealand central bank slashes rates by 50 basis points in second straight rate cut
The RBNZ slashed rates from 5.25% to 4.75% on Wednesday, marking its second straight cut to its interest rate since August.
New book claims Trump spoke with Putin 7 times since leaving office
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Harris and Trump mark Oct. 7 on campaign trail
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China stocks poised to reopen with markets fixated on fiscal stimulus
Traders are closely watching for additional policy measures as Beijing has signaled a sense of urgency in bringing its economy back on track.
Japan’s Nikkei opens up 2% as Asia markets mostly climb ahead of a week of central bank decisions
Economists polled by Reuters expect the BOK and RBNZ to cut rates, while the RBI will hold.
U.S., U.K. climbers stranded on Himalayan mountains rescued
World American and U.K. climbers rescued after 2 days stranded on Himalayan mountains in India Melting Himalayan ice may pose serious danger An American climber was rescued after she and …
Israel airstrikes rock Lebanon as escalation against Hezbollah continues
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Iranian foreign minister vows harsh retaliation if Israel strikes Iran
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Fed close to pulling off the elusive economic soft landing in 2024 after great September jobs report
If this sounds like a Goldilocks scenario, it’s probably not far from it, even with the lingering inflation concerns.
China’s stimulus rally has already sent stocks up 25%. And there could be more to come
Mainland markets is closed for a week-long holiday commemorating the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. Trading is set to resume on Oct. 8.Â