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USD/JPY hit its weakest level since April 1990, hovering around 160. Markets watch for possible intervention by Japanese authorities.
FTSE China A50 index has stagnated since March, despite government stimulus ; Indian stocks have outperformed China but may be nearing a turning point.
Oil prices rose Friday due to the US Treasury secretary's comments on the economy's strength and potential supply disruption in the Middle East.
The Core PCE price index rose 2.8% in February year-over-year, matching expectations. Goods prices increased more than services, driving inflation.
The Australian stock market is closed Thursday for Anzac Day. The ASX 200 index reached five record highs but underperformed its major peers.
U.S. stocks are influenced by inflation, and experts are cautiously optimistic. Banks raised S&P 500 targets, expecting 5,500 by year-end.
Gold prices steadied on Wednesday after reaching a two-week low from easing Middle East tensions. The fragile bond market may limit further declines.
The euro stayed flat after rising against the pound last week. UK and EU banks signaled their readiness to act amid easing price pressures.
US major stock indexes dropped Friday; Treasury yields fell amid weak earnings, interest rate uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions.
The Canadian dollar weakened after the Bank of Canada held interest rates steady and hinted at possible monetary policy easing soon.
Asian shares and bond yields fell as safe-haven assets rose during the Mideast conflict. Nasdaq 100 dropped for the fourth time in five sessions.
Oil prices rose Thursday on supply concerns. The US plans to reinstate oil sanctions on Venezuela; the EU discusses new sanctions on Iran.
The Australian dollar has rebounded from a 5-month low against the US dollar. China's Q1 GDP is up 5.3% YoY, boosted by external demand.
On Tuesday, the Japanese yen fell below 154 against the dollar due to the dollar's strength following positive US economic data.
