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Global Market Today: Asian stocks advance on Hormuz deal hopes

Asian stocks are set to track Wall Street higher as optimism grows. Prospects for an interim deal with Iran eased energy supply concerns significantly. This development has led to a slide in oil prices and reduced inflation pressures. Investors are now watching for further progress on reopening the Strait of…

The Economic Times

Analysts recommend defensive equities

Thai investors should focus on defensive stocks, particularly energy producers and banks with strong company-specific catalysts, as escalating geopolitical tensions and expectations of prolonged high interest rates reshape market sentiment, according to analysts.

Bangkok Post

Fed Officials Are Not In Full Sync About The Level Of Interest Rates. One Of Them Says The Current One is Sufficient

Philadelphia Fed President Anna Paulson said she believes the current level of interest rates is enough to drive inflation back to the central bank's goal.

International Business Times

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FCNR (B) FD interest rates up to 6.50%: SBI, HDFC Bank, PNB and others- which bank offers highest rate?

For non-resident Indians, foreign currency non-resident bank fixed deposits remain a favored investment choice. With an uptick in interest rates for tenures ranging from three to five years, Punjab National Bank currently leads with an attractive 6.50% rate on select five-year deposits. Meanwhile, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank also showcase…

The Economic Times

EV sales, air travel drive rebound in consumer spending

A surprisingly strong 0.8 per cent rise in household spending could indicate that interest rates aren't slowing the economy as fast as the Reserve Bank thinks.

AAP

Yen clings to intervention gains as traders stay alert to more

The yen maintained intervention-driven gains after joint Tokyo and Washington action. Speculators are wary of rebuilding bearish positions, which supports the currency. The dollar is nursing losses following the yen intervention and falling oil prices. Investors sold the dollar after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold. This week's…

The Economic Times

July’s Top Commodity Performers and Underperformers

Crude oil and oil products posted impressive gains in July as the on-again-off-again war in Iran continues to take center stage in the commodities asset class.

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Amazon, Alphabet Lead 'AI Debt Tsunami' Now Blamed for 20-Year-High Rates

Long-term interest rates have climbed to their highest levels in two decades, and hyperscaler debt issuance is emerging as a key culprit.

Benzinga

New York Fed Chair John Williams Claims Inflation Is On Track To Ease, But Promises Action If That Does Not Happen

John Williams, the chair of New York's Federal Reserve, said he expects inflation to ease gradually, but the central bank will raise interest rates if that does not happen alone.

International Business Times

Will FD investors get higher interest rates as Iran-US war continues and inflation shoots?

Rising inflation and increased credit demand are pushing banks towards higher fixed deposit rates. Banks are also facing competition from small savings schemes and government securities. Deposit growth has slowed while credit demand has climbed significantly in recent months. This widening gap may compel banks to attract more deposits through…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Fed pause sparks Treasury twist, rattles bond markets

The Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged triggered an unusual steepening of the US Treasury yield curve, with long-term yields surging while short-term yields fell. Investors questioned the Fed's commitment to fighting inflation, pushing the 30-year Treasury yield to a 19-year high. Markets now await the US July…

The Economic Times

HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank raise FCNR (B) interest rates: Depositors to get up to 6.25% rates on select tenures; check details

HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank have raised FCNR(B) deposit rates by twenty-five basis points. This increase applies to select US dollar FCNR(B) deposit tenures, effective August 2026. The government will bear hedging costs on three to five-year FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026.

The Economic Times

RBI provides banks greater flexibility to determine bulk deposit interest rates; changes effective from October 1, 2026

New Reserve Bank of India rules will change bank deposit interest rate disclosures starting October 2026. Banks will gain flexibility in setting interest rates for bulk deposits of three crore rupees and above. These institutions must now publish bulk deposit rates on their websites daily by ten AM.

The Economic Times

Gold gains as oil slumps after Trump holds off on Iran attack

Gold prices saw an increase on Monday as oil prices declined. This shift occurred after President Donald Trump delayed further action against Iran. Eased concerns about inflation and interest rates influenced the precious metal's movement. Other precious metals like silver and platinum also experienced gains. Investors now await upcoming United…

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Charting the Global Economy: Central banks hold the line

Global central banks maintained interest rates this week due to rising energy costs. The Federal Reserve and Bank of England saw some officials push for hikes. Inflation accelerated in Germany and France, impacting consumer prices while Japan lowered its economic growth forecast amid higher oil prices.

International Business Times

Trump's 'Rocket Fuel' For Growth Remains Elusive. Republicans Face Uneasy November

The Fed's decision to keep interest rates unchanged has once again brought the spotlight back on November midterms, as the prospect of higher borrowing costs loom, posing uneasiness for the tense Republican camp. The Trump administration's own policies have helped drive an increase as policies, including the tariffs regime, have…

The Economic Times

Trump's push for lower US interest rates faces setback as borrowing costs climb before midterms

Trump's promise of lower interest rates is under pressure as Treasury yields climb and financial markets move contrary to the administration's economic goals. Higher borrowing costs have impacted households, businesses and the federal government. Inflation concerns and policy uncertainty have kept investors cautious about US debt.

The Economic Times

FD rate up to 8.3% for senior citizens investing for three years; Know list of banks

Select banks offer senior citizens fixed deposit interest rates up to 8.3 percent. Jana Small Finance Bank provides this highest rate for a three-year term. TDS is deducted if FD interest exceeds Rs 1 lakh annually for senior citizens. Senior citizens can submit Form 15H to avoid TDS if their…

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Two Fed dissenters say higher interest rates needed to combat inflation

Two Federal Reserve officials dissented, favoring an immediate interest rate hike this week. Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack stated inflation remains stubbornly above the target. Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari also expressed concern about entrenched inflation risks. Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan was the third policymaker supporting a rate increase.…

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Most Investors Are Missing This Simple Strategy to Minimize Risk and Maximize Returns

The generationally high fixed rate of return on bonds presents a unique opportunity for today's investors. Here's what to know.

The Economic Times

Planning to invest over Rs 10 lakh in fixed deposits? Here are 4 benefits of splitting your money across multiple FDs

Investors face a choice between single and multiple fixed deposits for large sums. Splitting deposits offers better liquidity and increased insurance coverage. FD laddering allows reinvestment at prevailing interest rates for potential gains. Managing multiple FDs requires more effort and careful tracking of renewals.

The Guardian - UK

UK house prices up just 0.1% in July as buyers remain cautious on interest rates

Price of average home now £277,542, up from £277,484 the previous month but lower than in May, says Nationwide

The Economic Times

Gold on track to end four-month slump as investors weigh Fed signals

Gold prices are poised for their first monthly gain in five months. Investors are assessing the impact of the U.S.-Iran conflict on global markets. The Federal Reserve's signals are being parsed for clues on inflation and interest rates. Global gold demand remained steady year-on-year as central banks increased purchases. Other…

The Economic Times

Yen weakens after intervention-led surge ahead of BOJ policy decision

The Japanese yen faced renewed pressure after Tokyo intervened in currency markets. The dollar gained as traders questioned the US Federal Reserve's inflation stance. Japan conducted yen-buying intervention, pulling the currency from four-decade lows. The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady at one percent. Analysts anticipate…

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Dollar Sinks as the Yen Soars on Suspected Japanese Intervention

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 6-week low on Thursday and finished down by -0.99%. The dollar retreated on Thursday’s US economic news that showed Q2 GDP growing less than expected and the Jun core PCE prices index easing as expected, dovish factors for Fed policy. The dollar...

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